In 2023, the total hours worked by self-employed individuals in Canada's civil engineering sector was 26.48 million hours. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 shows a decline, with hours decreasing from 25.92 million in 2024 to 23.68 million in 2028. The year-on-year variations indicate a consistent drop, highlighting a decrease of approximately 2.1% annually over the period. The compound annual growth rate over this duration suggests an average decline of roughly 2.2% per year.
Future trends to observe include the impact of technological advancements driving efficiencies, potential market shifts towards collaborative engineering projects, and changing industry regulations. Additionally, economic conditions influencing infrastructure investments could further alter the trajectory of self-employment in this sector.
