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Alumbugu, P O (2019) Construction material logistics management: the case of north-central Nigeria, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Binqela, L (2019) The influence of briefing on Eastern Cape government project outcomes, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Camngca, V P (2020) Underutilisation of information communication and technology in the building construction industry case study: Department of Public Works in the Amathole district in the Eastern Cape, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Chigara, B (2018) Integrating sustainability principles in construction health and safety management practices in Zimbabwe, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Gogela, N (2019) Quality in low-cost houses in Nelson Mandela Bay, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Ibrahim, K (2019) A framework for ethical sourcing of construction materials, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Jesumoroti, C O (2018) Motivation of construction workers in the nelson Mandela Bay Metropole, South Africa, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: motivation; poverty; construction site; communication; stakeholder; South Africa; productivity; weather; quantitative research; questionnaire survey; bricklayer; carpenter; construction worker; electrician; employee; plumber; professional
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- URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/30573
- Abstract:
The issue of construction workers' motivation has become a subject of debate among construction project management professionals. Construction workers mostly work long hours in relatively disagreeable environments and, far from their families. Most of the activities are done under difficult conditions including harsh weather conditions, however, employees are required to be motivated towards ensuring the attractiveness of the industry to them. Moreover, there are diverse perceptions that the motivation of construction workers positively impacts construction workers performance or rather adversely affects the general performance of construction workers. Although, workers motivation has been proven to improve construction productivity globally, motivation of construction workers seems not to be effectively implemented in South African Construction Industry. As a result, it is difficult for management to identify motivational factors that affect workers productivity in a work environment. A quantitative research approach was employed to analyse the result obtained from a structured questionnaire survey. The research respondents included: bricklayers, plumbers, concrete workers, electricians, carpenters, and professionals. This study used data from primary source which focus on tradesman, labourer and professional context. A survey was conducted with tradesmen, labourers and professionals regarding motivation on construction workers which was conducted in the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropole, Eastern Cape. It was found that motivation is important to construction workers' performance. Awarding bonuses to workers is important to improving workers' efficiency and there is a need for construction workers recognition by management. Construction industry stakeholder should shift their attention and prioritise the motivation of its workers since the industry has a way of cubing poverty and uplifting the county's economy. The findings revealed that motivational communication, rather than functional communication, would enhance worker productivity. It was found that both intrinsic and extrinsic rewards are needed to improve worker productivity. It was also found that positive reinforcement techniques, should be used to enhance worker productivity. The findings from this research study revealed that the motivational theories apply to construction workers, and management needs to apply these theories wisely to achieve improved productivity. The study therefore concludes that motivational techniques are necessary to improve construction workers productivity on a vii construction site. It is recommended that supervisors use motivational communication, extrinsic rewards, intrinsic rewards and positive reinforcement to motivate their workers to achieve higher levels of productivity.
Koopman, K L (2023) Implementation of technological innovations within the South African construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Lombard, D (2019) Critical success factors of South African construction companies, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Lukhele, T M (2023) A systematic risk management model for construction project management: a case study of the new infrastructure project in the University of Mpumalanga, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Mafuya, N (2018) Challenges facing the state of construction health and safety management practices within the Eastern Cape: a case of the Sarah Baartman District, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Mangezi, W (2019) Red tape in upgrading of informal settlements in Nelson Mandela Bay, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Mazondwa, S (2019) The delivery of low-income housing in Sarah Baartman District from 2012 to 2017, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Monyane, T G (2019) A lean-led-evaluation of infrastructure development improvement programme in South Africa, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Motau, S M (2019) Quality of subsidised housing in South Africa and the role of the National Home Builders Registration Council, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Mvandaba, N (2020) Corruption elimination within the public infrastructure sector in the Eastern Cape, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Neethling, J P (2020) Invalid submission of extension of time claims in the South African construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Obiozo, R N (2018) The role of psychosocial recuperative therapy in enhancing construction performance on projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Phalanndwa, S A (2018) Cost and time overruns on Mpumalanga Province infrastructure projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Sisilana, O (2018) Construction company joint ventures in South Africa, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Sisilana, V (2018) Labour and external stakeholder management in construction projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Taft, G S (2019) The sustainability of small, medium and micro enterprises within the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropole, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Tyindyana, X (2019) The challenges of professional women in a male dominated South African construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.
Xongo, N (2018) Causes and impacts of delays in low-income housing projects in the greater Nelson Mandela Bay and Buffolo City Municipality, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Nelson Mandela University.