Let's get prepared
Our future construction workforce will look very different from today. The better we understand what that future might look like, the more we can do now to ensure we're ready for all the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.
We've done the research
By understanding the 12 trends that will have the most impact on
- consumers
- industry
- workers
you can focus on the trends that will get your business prepared for the construction industry of the future.
Trends
Choose group
See the 12 most important trends affecting the future of industry by group concerned.
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Consumer preference is a major trend affecting construction
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Why environmental sustainability impacts on construction
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Mix of buildings is a major trend affecting construction
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Technology is a major trend affecting construction
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Specialisation is a major trend affecting construction
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Prefabrication is a major trend affecting construction
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Subconstracting is a major trend affecting construction
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Immigration is a major trend affecting construction
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Work expectations is a major trend affecting construction
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Regional shift is a major trend affecting construction
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Diversity is a major trend affecting construction
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Older workers are having an impact on construction
What workforce trends mean for skills and training
The combined impact of the 12 workforce trends is a big shift in skills that people need. Construction education needs to adapt and respond to meet future needs.
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1. Breadth of skills
The trends will have a big impact on the way people work and the breadth of skills they need.
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2. Softer skills
Softer skills like adaptability, being comfortable with continuous learning and working inclusively with people from diverse groups are becoming important.
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3. Broader skills
The current education system delivers the right technical skills but needs to get better at delivering broader skills.
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4. Education evolution
Roles are changing more rapidly than ever and education needs to evolve to keep up.
Trends most impacting on your trade
Find out which of the 12 workforce trends will have the most impact on your trade.
