Psychological Safety’s Critical Role in Construction

Talking about the difficult challenges facing construction is a vital part of raising awareness and driving change, but talk alone isn’t enough. That’s why we are sitting down with Amit Oberoi, Executive Chairman of the Considerate Constructors Scheme, a UK-based company that is taking many of those big challenges head on.  One of the most important challenges facing our workforce today is psychological safety, which empowers team members to speak up, to disagree, and to surface concerns without fear of retaliation or consequences.  Join Eric and Amit as they discuss: The statistics on the mental health of our construction teams are alarming and much of the data indicates that the construction industry has one of the highest rates of suicide among all industries in the United States. Psychological safety fosters creativity and better outcomes in construction projects. The data on mental health in construction highlights the importance of providing a safe and healthy environment for your workforce and underscores the need for organizations to prioritize employee care and retention. Guidance on how individuals can advocate for themselves and communicate their needs to their managers. Why loneliness can be a significant issue, even in a crowded workplace. Developing a culture of transparency and honesty requires deliberate effort and starting small. Why a sense of pride and connection to the work can be a driving force in the industry. 

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.