The construction workers in *The Perfect Man* (2005) serve as a peripheral yet somewhat symbolic presence within the narrative, though they do not play a central role in the plot. They represent the background of ordinary, working-class individuals who contrast with the emotional turmoil and personal struggles of Jean and Holly. Their interactions, though limited, reflect everyday life continuing around the main characters’ internal battles—building, fixing, and creating—while Jean’s life feels fractured and unstable.

In a way, the construction workers function as a metaphor (symbolic representation) for rebuilding, which mirrors Jean’s journey of reconstructing her own sense of self-worth, though this theme remains subtle and largely in the background. Their presence also lends a sense of realism to the film's urban setting, but their impact on the plot remains minimal.