As of 2023, the number of employees in Brazil's road and rail construction sector was 134.76 thousand. Forecasts indicate a steady decline, with employment decreasing from 134.76 thousand in 2024 to 101.11 thousand by 2028. This represents a significant year-on-year reduction, calculated approximately at -6.43% from 2024 to 2025, -6.73% from 2025 to 2026, -7.10% from 2026 to 2027, and -7.48% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) exhibits an average annual decrease of about -7.10% over the forecasted five-year period.

Future trends to watch for:

Infrastructure investment opportunities or policy changes potentially reversing the employment decline.
Technological advancements increasing efficiency, possibly reducing human labor requirements.
Economic conditions, such as inflation or GDP growth, affecting sector dynamics.
Environmental regulations and sustainable development priorities reshaping industry employment.