Project Life Cycle Handling and Performance of Energy Projects: A Case of Schneider Electric Kenya Limited

Ombuna Risper Sarah, Tumuti Joshua Wachira

Abstract: The Success and performance of energy projects highly depend on effective project life cycle management, which is essential and cannot be overlooked, particularly as the global energy sector shifts toward sustainable solutions. In Kenya, the energy sector faces unique obstacles, such as infrastructure limitations, regulatory complexities, and stakeholder engagement hurdles, which complicate project execution. Despite these challenges, the industry plays a crucial role in enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability through innovative solutions like smart grids and automation technologies, which are essential for successful project delivery. The study aimed to examine the Project Life Cycle Handling and performance of energy projects. The study adopted a descriptive and explanatory research design, employing an ex-post facto survey design. The target population involved employees working in Schneider Electric's energy and infrastructure projects. The employees involved in these projects included 69 individuals from Schneider Electric, consisting of 7 Managers, 15 Technical Auditors, 30 Field Service Representatives, and 17 Sales Engineers. The main research instrument used to gather data from respondents was semi-structured questionnaires. After being checked for completeness, the completed surveys were coded and imported into SPSS version 23 for analysis and cleaning. The coefficient of variation, mean, and standard deviation were among the descriptive statistics that were employed. On the other hand, multivariate Ordinary Least Squares regression and Pearson correlation were used to evaluate the intensity and direction of the causal association between process handling and energy project performance. Tables and charts were used where appropriate to present the results. The analysis results revealed that the assessment and documentation of potential risks during the project initiation phase at Schneider Electric Kenya Limited were good. The study found that the project objectives were clearly and effectively defined during the planning stage at Schneider Electric Kenya Limited. The study concluded that project execution significantly affects performance by ensuring timely delivery, cost control, and customer satisfaction. Proper execution boosts client trust and preserves profitability. The study recommended that project managers should establish formal frameworks or guidelines to ensure consistent and inclusive stakeholder engagement at the initial stages. These frameworks should define who is to be involved, when, and how, to avoid tokenism and ensure substantive input from diverse stakeholders, including community members, technical experts, local leaders, and policy actors.

Keywords: Project Life Cycle Handling, Project performance

How to Cite?: Ombuna Risper Sarah, Tumuti Joshua Wachira, "Project Life Cycle Handling and Performance of Energy Projects: A Case of Schneider Electric Kenya Limited", Volume 14 Issue 9, September 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 50-60, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR25831000856, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR25831000856