Journal of the Architectural Institute of Korea Structure & Construction (대한건축학회논문집:구조계)

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A Comparative Analysis on the Job Satisfaction of Construction Worker - Focusing on Seoul Metropolitan Area -

관리직 및 생산직 건설근로자의 직업 만족도 비교·분석 - 수도권 지역을 중심으로 -

  • Received : 2015.04.01
  • Accepted : 2015.06.04
  • Published : 2015.06.30
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Abstract

The purpose of this study is to analyze desire level and job satisfaction through high dimensional statistical analysis techniques to suggest basic data for the establishment of effective motivational measures for the improvement of construction image of construction workers and enhancement of work desire. Followings are the major results gained after executing this study. First, it was analyzed that the desire level of manager of general construction company were relatively in the higher desire level compared to the managers of specialized construction company and field workers. Also, managers of specialized construction company and field workers were identified as showing similar desire level in most items. Second, all the construction workers showed a normal level of satisfaction, and managers relatively showed higher satisfaction level than the field workers. Also, managers of general construction company was identified as showing higher satisfaction level than the managers of specialized construction company. Third, it was displayed that extrinsic reward satisfaction factors caused the greatest influence on the overall job satisfaction of all the construction workers.

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Supported by : 한국연구재단

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