Identification and Assessment of the Challenges Faced by the Construction Employees in Dubai

The construction sector significantly contributes to the growth of the global economy by creating jobs and stimulating the economy. The industry provides jobs for many skilled and unskilled workers, including carpenters, electricians, engineers, and construction managers. While the construction industry in Dubai presents opportunities for employment and career growth, it also presents several challenges for construction employees. This study focuses on the major problems faced by the construction professionals in Dubai, like physical demands, health and safety concerns, stress and burnout, lack of job security, limited opportunities for career advancement, inadequate job training, low pay and benefits, superior-subordinate relationship, and language and cultural barriers. A quantitative analytical methodology was used for the study. The survey was conducted among 154 employees from various construction firms in Dubai using a structured questionnaire for this purpose. Descriptive statistics, independent samples t-tests, and one-way ANOVA were used to analyse the data. The results revealed that there exists a significant difference between the gender of the employees for the challenging factors except for physical demands, inadequate job training and superior-subordinate relationship. Addressing these challenges through proper regulations, improved working conditions, and fair compensation can lead to a more positive and sustainable work environment for construction employees in Dubai.