And only 9% have any intention of still being in the same job at the end of next year, suggesting that HR managers are going to have a battle on their hands to retain staff.
CareerStructure.com surveyed more than 2,000 construction, engineering and built environment professionals and found that 47% of industry professionals wanted to leave their current employer this year.
58% thought they deserved a bigger salary and 60% were unhappy with their benefits package.
Building services was found to be the most miserable sector, with 21% of workers on £15,000 or less each year, compared to an industry average of £38,625.
Oil & gas is the best paid and has the happiest workforce, with 10% earning £100,000 or more, and 44% gaining a pay increase of 5% or more in the past year.
Location was another important factor on salary, with London found to be where professionals could earn the most, with 20% earning £50,000 or more. Working abroad was found to deliver even greater rewards, with 71% of those in North America taking home £50,000 or more.
CareerStructure.com commercial director Rob Searle said: “Jobseekers are clearly eager for more in 2014. As industry confidence grows, the desire for change will build so we expect to see a lot of switching in 2014. Employers will need to work harder than ever to retain their talent, as jobseekers consider locations abroad and at home which offer bolstered remuneration packages.”
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