FCC Construcción Portugal has just cemented its position as a leader in the national business landscape by joining the group of organisations recognised as the happiest to work for in the country, as part of the Happiness Works 2026 study, organised by Forbes Portugal in partnership with Happiness Works.
According to the Forbes publication, the full list can be found at Happiness Works 2026: Discover the happiest companies in Portugal; the initiative highlights the companies that stand out most for creating positive, sustainable and people-centred work environments.

Conducted since 2012, the Happiness Works study analyses organisational happiness based on multiple factors, including leadership, recognition, purpose, working environment and work-life balance. This model assesses a comprehensive set of variables that enable the identification of management practices that promote the well-being and engagement of teams. [forbespt.com]

People-centred organisational culture

FCC Construcción Portugal’s inclusion in this recognition consolidates a consistent track record in promoting an organisational culture focused on employee well-being. The company had previously been recognised for indicators of happiness and job satisfaction, notably through certifications in the area of organisational well-being, which acknowledge policies focused on quality of life, productivity and talent retention.
This approach translates into an ongoing commitment to healthy, collaborative and inclusive work environments, where valuing people plays a central role in the business strategy.

A strategic factor in competitiveness

According to the data from the study, happiness at work is increasingly seen as a strategic factor, being directly linked to higher levels of productivity, lower staff turnover and better organisational results.

In this context, FCC Construcción Portugal’s recognition in Happiness Works 2026 reinforces not only its commitment to best practices in people management, but also its ability to align economic performance with organisational well-being.

Commitment to the future of work

This latest accolade highlights the evolution of the construction and engineering sector in Portugal, which is increasingly mindful of the importance of organisational culture and the employee experience.

For FCC Construcción Portugal, joining this group of recognised organisations marks another milestone in its journey, reflecting its ongoing commitment to creating sustainable value, not only through its projects but also through its people.