How Employee Benefits and Protection Strengthen the Construction Workforce

Construction businesses are under more pressure than ever. Tight margins, rising labour costs, skills shortages and growing expectations around social value all place new demands on employers - especially those managing large, deskless workforces.

Traditional benefits such as private medical insurance or enhanced sick pay are often out of reach for site-based teams, despite employers wanting to do the right thing for their people. At the same time, construction remains one of the UK’s most future-proof, human-driven industries, making workforce attraction and retention a critical priority.

This whitepaper explores how the smarter use of HR technology and accessible workplace protection can help construction employers bridge this gap.

Inside, you’ll discover:

• Why construction roles are among the least impacted by AI, and why people remain your most valuable asset
• How benefits platforms and workplace insurance can be made universally accessible and cost-neutral
• How improving engagement links directly to retention, reduced absence and ROI
• Ways to strengthen ESG and social value credentials - including support for families and communities
• Practical examples of how face-to-face engagement drives higher take-up and long-term impact

For construction leaders looking to balance commercial realities with people-first leadership, this whitepaper sets out a clear, practical path forward.

Unlock the full report and start building a more connected, valued, and resilient workforce.