Maloney, W F and McFillen, J M (1983) Research needs in construction worker performance. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 109(2), pp. 245-254. ISSN 0733-9364
Abstract
No validated model of worker motivation and performance exists for the construction industry. Reasons for this are examined. Such a model has been developed outside of construction. The model is presented and discussed. Research that is needed to develop and validate the model for use in the construction industry is discussed. The need for this research to be interdisciplinary in nature, to encompass construction researchers and industrial/organizational psychologists or organizational behaviorists, is analyzed.
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | job analysis; mathematical models |
| Index terms: | organizational behaviour, construction industry, construction worker, mathematical model, job analysis, motivation |
| Subjects: | industry analysis, psychology, practitioner, workforce, business, mathematical modelling |
| Topics: | Roles and Professions, Research Practice, Organizational Design, Human Resources |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTA |
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