High-Performance Work Practices System for Construction Works in Nigeria

Abstract

 The construction industry is characterised by poor project performance, hence, the paradigm shift to innovative project performance strategies such as high-performance work practices. Despite some of the strategies that have been implemented to enhance performance, there has been a dearth of scholarly and practical focus on the application of high-performance work practices (HPWP) as an innovative means of dealing with these challenges. This study evaluated the various forms of high-performance work strategies and their effects on project delivery. The population of the study is 665 and the sample size is 250. Simple random sampling technique was used to administer structured questionnaire to the respondents. However, only 225 were properly filled and used for this study. The findings from the study indicate that the respondents are aware of all the eight various forms of high-performance work strategies with mean item scores ranging between 4.25 - 3.62. which include; selective hiring, on-the-job training and development, performance management, incentive compensation, employee empowerment, job security, employee involvement, and work-life balance. The study concludes that HPWPs are critical drivers of project performance, particularly through training, empowerment, and performance management. The study recommends that construction firms should invest more on On-the-job training and development and allow employee involvement in decision making process.