In 2023, South Korea led with 7.96 thousand researchers in construction, followed by Japan at 6.26 thousand. Germany and Finland showed growth with 6.4% and 7.71% increases year-on-year, while Australia and Spain saw declines of -8.33% and -4.65%, respectively. Notably, Slovenia experienced a significant increase of 9.86%, though from a lower base. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years indicates moderate growth in several regions, with variations in trends across countries.
Future trends to watch include potential technological advancements and sustainability practices influencing researcher demands. Emerging markets and digitalization may play key roles in shaping the landscape by 2025.
Top countries in Total Researchers in Construction by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Full-Time Equivalent) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 South Korea | 7,960 | 2023 | +1.58% | +1.46% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 6,260 | 2023 | +4% | +4.5% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 1,010 | 2023 | +4.36% | -0.043% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 896 | 2023 | +2.87% | +6.4% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 607.33 | 2023 | +4.14% | +7.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 502.08 | 2023 | -6.3% | -4.65% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 406 | 2023 | +5.45% | +6.52% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Australia | 334.7 | 2023 | -9.1% | -8.33% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 275.14 | 2023 | +0.33% | +1.61% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 189.09 | 2023 | -13.43% | -2.08% | View data |
