The employment forecast in Italy's civil engineering sector predicts a consistent decline from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, employment stood at approximately 71.9 thousand FTE (Full-Time Equivalent). The sector is expected to experience a year-on-year decrease in employment: 1.55% from 2024 to 2025, 1.57% from 2025 to 2026, 1.57% from 2026 to 2027, and 1.58% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 shows an average annual decrease of approximately 1.56%.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential government infrastructure investment policies impacting employment.
- Automation and digitalization affecting labor demand in civil engineering.
- Impact of economic conditions on the construction market.
