Money Isn’t Everything
Job function, not money, is the top priority for engineers and construction personnel looking for new jobs. This is according to a recent survey by international recruitment firm EPCglobal, which reports that of 736 participants, almost 60% said that what a job entails is what's most important. Salary was the runner up, as 19% responded that money mattered most.
Job function, not money, is the top priority for engineers and construction personnel looking for new jobs.
This is according to a recent survey by international recruitment firm EPCglobal, which reports that of 736 participants, almost 60% said that what a job entails is what’s most important.
Salary was the runner up, as 19% responded that money mattered most. The company itself came in at third on the list, followed by access to a company car and health insurance. Other vote getters included travel, location, supervisor, stability, challenge, work experience, the opportunity to use one’s strengths, and the right fit.
Additionally, 81% reported that they preferred to speak directly with recruitment consultants during job searches.
Those surveyed included engineers, project managers, construction managers, construction workers and commercial services workers. Roughly 67% of respondents claimed to have more than 10 years of experience in the E/C field, 18% had six to 10 years of background in the area, and 9% had one to five years.
Do you have experience and expertise with the topics mentioned in this content? You should consider contributing to our CFE Media editorial team and getting the recognition you and your company deserve. Click here to start this process.
