The European construction employment landscape shows Spain leading with a significant share, closely followed by the UK and Germany, while Iceland and Malta have the smallest shares. Notable growth in employment was seen in Hungary, Portugal, and Greece, reflected by their impressive year-on-year increases, while countries like Bulgaria and Lithuania experienced declines. Mediterranean countries such as Greece, Malta, and Cyprus exhibited the strongest growth trends. Similarly, Romania and Luxembourg showed positive trends, suggesting a strengthening sector despite a few downturns in some Central and Northern European countries.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of green building initiatives and digital technologies on employment distribution. Countries investing in sustainable construction may see a rise in employment shares. Additionally, the influence of economic policies and urbanization rates will be pivotal in shaping these employment patterns going forward.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed in Construction of Residential and Non-residential Buildings Share by Country (Units (Employees))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 11.87 | 2023 | -2.96% | -1.98% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 9.93 | 2023 | +0.64% | +0.61% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 9.2 | 2023 | +1.23% | +1.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 8.73 | 2023 | +1.59% | +1.3% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 8.02 | 2023 | +2.18% | +1.74% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 5.43 | 2023 | +4.24% | +5.23% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 5.34 | 2023 | -3.68% | +2.34% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 5.17 | 2023 | +5.88% | +2.47% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 4.76 | 2023 | +3.25% | +3.94% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 3.42 | 2023 | +1.21% | -0.057% | View data |
