Future of Work and Digital Management Journal 4 Serial Number 11 2026 01 06 The Effect of Emotional Intelligence on Job Security Among Employees in the Construction Sector The Effect of Emotional Intelligence on Job Security Among Employees in the Construction Sector 1 10 EN Journal Article 2025 07 10 <table> <tbody> <tr> <td> <p>This study aimed to examine the impact of emotional intelligence on the perceived job security of employees working in the construction sector. A descriptive–survey research design was employed. Data were collected using two standardized instruments: Singh’s Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire, which measures self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management, and Ashford, Lee, and Bobko’s Job Security Questionnaire. The instruments were adapted and validated for the local context, and their reliability was confirmed through Cronbach’s alpha coefficients (0.855 for emotional intelligence and 0.703 for job security). The target population consisted of employees engaged in construction projects. Using Cochran’s formula, 500 questionnaires were distributed, and 316 valid responses were obtained (85.44% male, 14.56% female; age range predominantly 18–30 years). Data analysis was performed using SPSS v26, employing Pearson correlation, simple and multiple linear regression, and K-means clustering to explore relationships and classify respondents by emotional intelligence and job security levels. The results revealed a significant positive correlation between emotional intelligence and job security (r = 0.276, p &lt; 0.01). Among the emotional intelligence dimensions, self-management and social skills showed the strongest associations with job security. Regression analysis indicated that emotional intelligence significantly predicted job security even after controlling for demographic factors such as age, contract type, and work tenure. Cluster analysis showed that 59% of employees with high emotional intelligence reported high job security, while 43% of those with low emotional intelligence experienced low job security. The effect of emotional intelligence on job security was stronger among employees aged 18–30 years. Emotional intelligence plays a critical role in enhancing job security perceptions among construction employees. Developing self-management and social skills can buffer negative effects of contract type and tenure, fostering stability, satisfaction, and organizational resilience.</p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> https://www.journalfwdmj.com/index.php/fwdmj/article/download/135/218