Abstract
This study explored the effects of work-to-family conflict on job burnout and job outcomes in the construction industry, focusing on the moderating effects of affective commitment. Based on the conservation of resources theory, a theoretical model introducing affective commitment as a moderating variable was established. A structured questionnaire survey was then implemented among construction professionals in China. A total of 376 valid responses were obtained. Structural equation modeling was used to analyze the valid data. The results revealed the following: (i) work-to-family conflict has a significant positive impact on job burnout, but a significant negative impact on job satisfaction and job performance; (ii) job burnout negatively affects job satisfaction and job performance; (iii) affective commitment negatively moderates the effects of work-to-family conflict on job burnout. This study provides a reference for construction companies to manage work-to-family conflict and job burnout of employees, while also improving their affective commitment and job outcomes.
Highlights
The construction industry is a labor-intensive and project-oriented industry
Before the structural equation modeling (SEM) test, we evaluated whether demographic variables affect Work-to-Family Conflict (WFC), job burnout and job outcomes [1]
This research indicated that gender and marital status did not significantly affect WFC, job burnout and job outcomes
Summary
The construction industry is a labor-intensive and project-oriented industry. As such, it is characterized by a heavy workload, complex processes, high risks, and long construction periods [1].The industry is often seen as full of difficulties, challenges and dangers [2]. Construction professionals face the common and traditional challenges inherent in projects, including managing quality, duration and cost [3]. They face increasingly urgent safety and environmental issues [1,4]. To realize smooth project delivery, many construction companies encourage employees to devote more time and energy to work, which may include sacrificing evenings, weekends and holidays [1,2]. These factors combine to result in construction professionals working long hours under tremendous and sustained pressure. It can negatively affect individual health-related outcomes, such as mental health [7,8], and may affect job-related outcomes, including job satisfaction and job performance
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