Drivers and barriers for multiskilling workers in the Singapore construction industry

Construction in Singapore has always been perceived as a low productivity sector, given the slow labour productivity growth. To address the issue, the Singapore government introduced the Multiskilling Scheme (MS) in 2012, aiming to develop competent workers who are versatile in multiple skillsets. This study attempts to assess the extent of adoption of the MS in Singapore’s construction industry by recognizing the benefits, drivers, and barriers...