Abstract: Aptitude is the potential to demonstrate the ability to perform a certain kind of work at a certain level. While several studies have highlighted the relationship between aptitude and employee performance, very few have ...

Abstract: Worker behavior is one of the factors that influences construction labor productivity (CLP). This notion is discussed extensively in the literature; however, in most of these studies, the relation between behavior and ...

Abstract: In this globally connected world, construction sites are becoming multicultural workplaces. Workers from different places, cultures, and social backgrounds are increasing workplace diversity. However, the literature shows ...

Abstract: Workplace training aims to enhance the performance of trainees by improving their specific skills. Unfortunately, the outcome of such trainings in terms of the percentage of increase in trainees’ performance is not generally ...

Abstract: Any occupation requires a certain set of competencies at a given employment level. Although in the construction industry the competency requirements for mid- and upper-level employees are very well defined, such clear ...

Abstract: Worker shortages and poor performance are perennial problems in the construction industry. The literature suggests that increasing workforce diversity and inclusion is one of the solutions to counter such problems. Because ...

Abstract: Poor performance of workers is a perennial problem for the construction industry worldwide. While there have been many studies reporting the influence of motivation on construction labor productivity (CLP), much of the ...

Abstract: Rail infrastructure projects are complex and capital intensive and involve an array of stakeholders. As a result, proper risk management in these projects is crucial for their successful completion. In developing countries ...

Abstract: An inclusive workforce leads to higher productivity and creativity, increased job satisfaction, and decreased turnover. Though few studies have identified factors affecting inclusion in construction, there is a need for a ...