Uplifting HR Practices for a Better Built Environment Workplace
Workforce issues continue to be a challenge for the sector, exacerbated by an ageing workforce. To better attract and retain local talents in the Built Environment (BE) sector, the sector needs to improve workplace environment and human resource (HR) practices to ensure it remains competitive against competing sectors for talent.
It is therefore important that BE firms build strong HR capabilities and adopt good HR practices. Firms could start with understanding their HR maturity by undertaking a holistic assessment via the Human Capital Diagnostic Tool (HCDT).
What is Human Capital Diagnostic Tool (HCDT)?
Human Capital Diagnostic Tool (HCDT)
is a national framework for measuring firms’ Human Capital capabilities in meeting the organisation’s business and workforce needs.
What are the benefits of doing HCDT?
- Prepare for business and workforce transformation.
- Be aware of the benchmark scores against peers and business growth stage.
- Prioritise resources to improve Human Capital competencies and capabilities.
- Receive insights on how to close the gaps (if any) from trained HCDT assessors.
Interested to take part in HCDT?
Firms may register by scanning the QR code or click on this link: http://hcdt.ihrp.sg/
[Note: Firms tapping on BCA schemes must complete both Self-Assessment, and Moderated Assessment (to be completed within six months after completion of Self-Assessment).
Download the HCDT EDM to learn more about HCDT or refer to IHRP’s webpage for more information.
List of Resources to Support your HR Journey
Manpower and Human Capital Digest
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Curated content on manpower/human capital topics for business and HR leaders, where we aim to inform and discuss on business/workforce strategies that build business and sector resilience. Please click here to view the issues. |
Human Resource (HR) Guidebook
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The initiative to develop the Human Resource Guidebook for the Built Environment sector was supported by BCA and Workforce Singapore (WSG), led by the Institute for Human Resource Professionals (IHRP) in collaboration with The Singapore Contractors Association Ltd (SCAL) and in consultation with sector firms. The Guidebook is designed as an essential resource to assist built environment firms in navigating the complexities of human resource management. Through infographics, activity worksheets and case studies of best practices, the Guidebook offers insights and strategies to guide firms in improving their HR practices and build up the sector’s HR capabilities. Together, let's build a better built environment workplace.
The Guidebook is meticulously structured into six key topics, each crafted to address the unique challenges and opportunities within the built environment sector. You may download the Guidebook at the links below.
- #1: Change Management: How does Change Management support businesses through the transition? Who is usually involved and what are their roles?
- #2: Employee Engagement: What are some strategies for organisations to attract and retain talent, yet foster a positive workplace culture?
- #3: Career progression pathways: How can organisations design these pathways to align back to organisational needs, yet use them to develop employees?
- #4: Training and development: What are some strategies you can adopt to build your human capital to not only meet the changing needs of the industry but also allow you to deliver greater value and better work for the organisation?
- #5: Flexible work arrangements: How can organisations use this to not only provide employees with flexibility to balance personal and professional responsibilities, but use this as a strategy to develop organisational resilience?
- #6: Policies, laws and guidelines: What are the various kinds of policies, laws and regulations that organisations need to be mindful of to ensure good governance, safety and security of employees?
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Job Redesign (JR) Guidebook
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The Job Redesign Guidebook, developed in collaboration with industry partners, is a resource for Built Environment firms looking to transform their workforce. Through a structured REVAMP methodology, this guidebook provides practical tools, templates, and best practices to help organisations redesign jobs effectively. Please click here to download the Job Redesign Guidebook.
For firms keen to tap on Productivity Solutions Grant - Job Redesign (PSG - JR) to support job redesign initiatives, please click here for more information. |
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