Tendências e desafios na mão de obra da construção civil em Natal, Rio Grande do Norte: uma análise dos fatores que influenciam a informalidade e seu impacto no ambiente de trabalho

Abstract

According to the Brazilian Chamber of Construction Industry (CBIC): In 2021 there were around 3.8 million informal workers in the civil construction compared to 3.2 million formal workers, with the highest rates of informality in the North and Northeast regions. Therefore, this study has focused on examining the factors that directly influence workers to choose informal employment, with specific focus on the city of Natal, Rio Grande do Norte. Interviews were conducted with 40 workers from the construction sector, encompassing various profiles and ages, aiming to gather data to identify the factors that lead these workers to informal employment, even when formal jobs opportunities are available. The results, following data analysis, indicated a direct correlation with a high level of misinformation about the social benefits of formal employment, coupled with de educational background of the majority involved in the construction market, additionally, there is a direct influence linked to their financial situation.