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WorkIndia, a job portal has witnessed significant hiring growth in the construction sector during the year 2023-2024. The sector has witnessed an 81 per cent increase in candidates choosing construction as their preferred field, highlighting its growing appeal among job seekers. Within the sector, the preference for architect roles surged rises, while those opting for engineering roles doubled, indicating a shift towards structural and infrastructure-driven careers.
One of the most notable trends is the substantial surge in hiring for architects, with a growth of 35 per cent. This reflects the rising need for skilled architects in the country’s booming infrastructure and urban development sector. In contrast, interior design roles, including interior designers, witnessed significant declines, with interior design roles dropping by 100 per cent and interior designers seeing a 99 per cent fall. These shifts indicate a transformation in the types of talent needed as the construction sector focuses more on structural and engineering advancements.
The engineering sector saw extraordinary growth. Engineering roles surged by 216 per cent, driven by the growing demand for civil, site, and construction engineers. This massive increase reflects the expanding infrastructure projects across the country, particularly in key cities and emerging urban areas. Tier 1 cities, such as Bengaluru, Delhi, Mumbai, and Pune, saw an increase in demand for construction professionals ranging from 32 to 51 per cent. Tier 2 cities also experienced significant growth, with hiring demand rising by 25 per cent to 68 per cent for roles such as engineers and architects. Most notably, Tier 3 cities reported an exceptional 132 per cent increase in demand, pointing to the rapid development of smaller cities and towns.
WorkIndia’s data further highlights the dominant presence of young professionals in the construction sector. Most candidates selecting construction as their preferred industry fall within the 20-30 age group, with a strong concentration in the 22-24 range. Notably, 24-year-olds alone accounted for 9.11 per cent of candidates, reinforcing the role of a younger, dynamic workforce in driving industry growth.
Nilesh Dungarwal, Co-Founder and CEO of WorkIndia, commented, “The construction sector is witnessing an unprecedented rise in job seekers, with an 81 per cent increase in candidates choosing it as their preferred field. The surge in engineering and architecture roles highlights the industry’s shift towards large-scale infrastructure development, especially in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. This trend signifies the growing demand for skilled professionals who will play a crucial role in shaping India’s urban and rural landscapes.”
Overall, the data from WorkIndia reveals a transformative shift within the construction sector, where engineering and architecture roles are at the forefront, especially in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. While Tier 1 cities continue to experience steady demand, the surge in hiring across smaller cities and towns reflects the expansion of construction activities and the growing significance of these regions in India’s development. This year-on-year growth underscores the rising potential of the country’s infrastructure sector and the crucial role it will play in shaping the nation’s future.
