Al-Kharaj: Journal of Islamic Economic and Business
Vol. 8 No. 1 (2026): All articles in this issue include authors from 3 countries of origin (Indonesi

High-Performance Work Systems on Performance: The Mediating Roles of Engagement and Innovation in Construction Industry

Nuraeni Pou (Unknown)
Laksana, Ignatius Rinda (Unknown)
Aditya Winahyo Eka Putra (Unknown)
Rano Kartono Rahim (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Jan 2026

Abstract

This study examines the persistent underachievement of project employees’ KPIs at PT XYZ despite increasing organizational profitability by investigating the influence of High-Performance Work Systems (HPWS) on Employee Performance through Employee Engagement and Innovative Work Behavior within a Resource-Based View (RBV) framework. Using a quantitative explanatory and cross-sectional design, data were collected from 208 project-level managerial employees through a five-point Likert-scale questionnaire, exceeding the minimum sample requirement of 163 respondents. Structural Equation Modeling–Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) using SmartPLS 4 was employed to evaluate both measurement and structural models. The results reveal that HPWS does not directly affect employee performance but significantly enhances employee engagement and innovative work behavior. Both variables act as partial mediators, translating HPWS practices into improved performance outcomes. These findings suggest that HPWS initiatives should emphasize competency development and innovation-enabling mechanisms rather than administrative compliance. Consistent implementation across projects is essential to ensure effective KPI achievement. Future research should adopt longitudinal designs and incorporate contextual variables such as leadership support or psychological safety.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

alkharaj

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

Al-Kharaj, Journal of Islamic Economic and Business is peer-reviewed journal published by program studi ekonomi syariah , Institut Agama Islam Negeri (IAIN) Palopo. Al-Kharaj focus on the research of Islamic Economic and Business. The aims of this journal is to explore and develop economic related ...