182,000 new jobs could be created in the construction sector over the next five years

As the demand for new homes soars across the UK, the future of the construction sector has never been brighter, with close to 182,000 new jobs set to be created in this segment, according to new research published by the CITB.

Figures obtained from the organization’s latest Construction Skills Network (CSN) forecast would suggest that housing will account for over a third (37%) of the UK’s total annual construction output between now and 2018.

Output growth will be strongest in the South West (+3.5%), Wales (+3.4%) and East Anglia (+3%)Employment growth will be a mixed bag across the UK, with East Anglia at the top end set to see its construction workforce increase by an average 2.0% a year, while the West Midlands is predicted to experience an average reduction of 0.2%.

Additionally, the report suggests that private housing will be the chief driver for construction’s growth and the sub-sector will see a 7.0% rise in output in 2014, followed by 5.0% in 2015. On average, it will grow by 4.6% a year to 2018.

Needless to say, this trend will likely affect hiring trends, putting some significant pressure on construction companies’ HR departments, who should seriously consider the implementation of a solid and reliable workforce management system.

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Moreover, our specific position within this market segment, as well as proven experience in the field enables us to thoroughly customize our systems in order to meet all of your requirements, whether you’re an enterprise customer with multiple sites or a smaller business.

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