Abraham Assefa (PhD)Kidaneab Tekalign2025-04-252025-04-252024-10https://etd.aau.edu.et/handle/123456789/5358The construction industry in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia faces numerous challenges in project management, including design errors, communication issues, visualization difficulties, delays, rework, and cost overruns. This thesis explores the feasibility and implementation framework of integrating Extended Reality (XR) technology into construction project management practices to address these challenges. XR technology, encompassing Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR), offers significant potential to enhance design visualization, improve stakeholder communication, and increase overall project efficiency. The methodology employed in this study involves a mixed research approach, including surveys and interviews with construction professionals to identify current practices, challenges and assess their awareness and acceptance of XR technology. Case studies of three construction consulting firms—A, B, and C and one technology company D, provided insights into the practical implementation and outcomes of XR technology in construction projects. The data were analyzed to evaluate the technical, economic, operational, and organizational feasibility of adopting XR technology in the local context. The findings reveal that XR technology can significantly improve project management processes. For instance, consulting firm B reported a 30% reduction in design errors and a 25% increase in stakeholder engagement through the use of VR and AR in two completed projects, a medium hospital and a private school. Notably, the internal rate of return (IRR) for implementing XR technology is estimated at 30.04%, highlighting its financial viability. The economic feasibility analysis indicates that the initial cost of implementing XR technology is approximately 1,007,424.00 Birr, with ongoing annual operational costs estimated at 307,660 Birr. Despite the high initial investment, the potential for cost savings through reduced errors and rework, improved efficiency, and enhanced communication suggests a positive return on investment within three to five years. However, challenges such as limited local suppliers for XR hardware and the need for significant training and technical support must be addressed. In conclusion, the integration of XR technology in construction project management in Addis Ababa is feasible and offers substantial benefits in addressing current challenges. The developed implementation framework provides a comprehensive guide for successful adoption, outlining necessary steps, resources, and strategies. Future research should focus on longitudinal studies to further quantify the long-term benefits and explore the impact of XR technology on different types of construction projects.en-USAddis AbabaAugmented RealityConstruction Project ManagementExtended RealityFeasibility StudyImplementation FrameworkMixed RealityVirtual Reality.Thesis