In 2023, Germany led Europe with over 1 million employed in construction services, showing a robust 3.49% increase. Despite economic challenges, Italy and Switzerland had positive growth spurts at 1.1% and 3.73%, respectively. Hungary and Poland exhibited strong upward trends at 7.25% and 6.77%, reflecting dynamic sector growth. Conversely, France and the UK experienced slight declines, with France contracting by 1.27%. Spain and Bulgaria saw notable declines of 3.68% and 3.11%, respectively. In smaller markets, Cyprus and Croatia had remarkable growth rates, highlighting emerging potentials.
Future trends to watch include digital transformation, which may enhance productivity, and the impact of sustainability practices that could reshape workforce dynamics across Europe. Growing urbanization and infrastructure investment could drive employment, especially in Eastern and Central Europe.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed in Construction Services by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 1,028,700 | 2023 | +3.22% | +3.49% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 484,380 | 2023 | +0.88% | +1.1% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 414,950 | 2023 | -0.91% | -1.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 387,040 | 2023 | -0.11% | -0.3% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 285,080 | 2023 | +5.92% | +6.77% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 278,980 | 2023 | -5.27% | -3.68% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 149,270 | 2023 | +2.78% | +3.22% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Switzerland | 135,240 | 2023 | +2.79% | +3.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 122,710 | 2023 | +1.46% | +0.84% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 98,660 | 2023 | +1.3% | +1.38% | View data |
