Modelling Sustainable Construction Workforce Management Practice and Job Satisfaction in Construction Firms in Lagos State

Abstract:

Importance of having a sustainable workforce management practice in construction firms cannot be overemphasized, especially when primary objective of an organization is high productivity.  The study presents therefore, sustainable human resources management practice that could influence job satisfaction among construction workforce. One hundred and fifty (150) questionnaires were used for the study. Random sampling technique was used in sample selection, SPSS software was utilized in data processing and analysis while results are presented   in tables and charts.  The study generated a regression model that could be used to recommend sustainable work force practice. The following practices were recommended as a key to good workforce management: priority in training and retraining of workforce, good remuneration system, good occupational health and safety provision among others. It is believed that a good construction workforce management practice would induce high worker’s productivity.