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Correlation Analysis between Job Stress and Job Satisfaction of Building Construction Field Managers

  • An, Sung-Hoon (Department of Architectural Engineering, Daegu University) ;
  • Zhang, Zhen (Department of Architectural Engineering, Daegu University) ;
  • Lee, Ung-Kyun (School of Architecture, Kwandong University)
  • Received : 2013.05.02
  • Accepted : 2013.05.22
  • Published : 2013.10.20
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Abstract

The success of a construction project hinges on the effective and efficient management of human resources. The stress of human resources is directly related with work performance, and as such, should be managed to improve work performance. This study examined the correlation between job stress and job satisfaction among building construction project managers. A questionnaire to measure work performance was created by referring to the Korean Occupational Stress Questionnaire Short Form developed by the Korean Occupational Safety & Health Agency, as well as a previous study. The mean job satisfaction score of field managers was 3.6, which suggests that they are generally satisfied in their current job environment. A Pearson's correlation analysis showed that the field managers that were satisfied with their job had less job stress. These results could be used for the effective management of construction site managers and to improve their job performance in the field.

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