To investigate the relationship between techniques, worker organization, & types of jobs in the Dutch construction industry, questionnaire data were obtained from 20 private firms. Attention is focused on how the use of different materials & methods of building exerts an effect on the content of individual jobs. Analysis shows that the upsurge in the use of prefabricated components & standardized materials leads to a decrease in workers' qualification level. Additionally, workers have less control on the job site. Increased specialization brings about additional divisions in work organization. It is argued here, however, that the complexities of state-of-the-art architecture necessitate both highly skilled & broadly trained workers. 5 Tables, 2 Figures, 28 References.
