GITNUXREPORT 2025

Upskilling And Reskilling In The Construction Industry Statistics

Construction industry needs urgent reskilling to bridge skills gap, boost productivity.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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80% of construction companies believe that remote and digital tools increase workforce flexibility

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Construction firms investing in AI and machine learning for project planning report 35% faster completion times

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The global construction industry is forecasted to spend over $1.4 trillion on digital transformation by 2026, highlighting the emphasis on upskilling

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The use of wearable technology for training and safety monitoring increased by 70% last year

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The average age of construction workers is 42, indicating a need for youth reskilling programs

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75% of construction companies report a skills gap affecting productivity

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The construction sector is expected to require 2.2 million new workers by 2030, highlighting the need for reskilling

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Only 35% of construction firms have comprehensive upskilling programs in place

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Construction workers who undergo upskilling experience a 15% increase in productivity

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60% of construction workers feel they lack sufficient digital skills

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Reskilling initiatives in construction have increased project safety by 20%

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45% of construction firms invest in digital upskilling to improve project delivery

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80% of respondents in a survey believe that upskilling is essential for future competitiveness in construction

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70% of construction companies see a direct correlation between training and project efficiency

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Investment in upskilling and reskilling in construction is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12% over the next 5 years

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55% of new construction workers have completed some form of vocational training or certification

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65% of construction companies reported difficulty finding workers with the right skill set

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Digital upskilling led to a 25% reduction in rework on construction sites

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50% of construction firms are exploring virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) for training purposes

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Training programs focusing on sustainable building practices increased knowledge retention by 30%

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Construction workers who received training in safety procedures reduced accidents by 40%

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Only 22% of construction firms have formal mentoring programs to support upskilling

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Only 24% of workers feel confident using new construction technology after training, indicating a gap in effective upskilling

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68% of construction firms have reported a gap in advanced technical skills such as BIM (Building Information Modeling)

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The cost of rework due to skill deficiencies in construction is estimated at $31 billion annually

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40% of construction managers believe that reskilling can help reduce project delays

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58% of construction companies have used online courses for employee development

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Construction sector's productivity growth has lagged behind other industries by approximately 1.3% annually, emphasizing the need for upskilling

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47% of construction workers expressed interest in learning new digital tools if proper training is provided

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The adoption of drones in construction has increased by 150% over the past 3 years, requiring specialized skills

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Only 18% of construction firms have comprehensive reskilling programs targeting middle management

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72% of construction businesses believe that training in green building practices can attract more clients

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Construction companies that implement digital skill training see a 20% reduction in project costs

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The implementation of modular construction techniques, which require specialized skills, grew 25% annually, demanding new upskilling efforts

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Only 30% of construction workers are confident in their ability to operate new machinery after initial training, indicating a need for ongoing upskilling

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Construction firms investing in reskilling experienced a 14% increase in employee retention

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83% of construction projects are expected to incorporate more technology, making ongoing upskilling essential

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The global construction industry is projected to face a shortage of 22 million workers by 2030 without significant reskilling efforts

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65% of construction managers see ongoing learning as critical for project success

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Nearly 50% of construction companies plan to increase investment in upskilling over the next two years

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Investment in digital training tools has increased by 60% among construction firms since 2020

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Construction industry employees who are trained in sustainable practices are 30% more likely to take initiatives toward eco-friendly projects

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Key Highlights

75% of construction companies report a skills gap affecting productivity
The construction sector is expected to require 2.2 million new workers by 2030, highlighting the need for reskilling
Only 35% of construction firms have comprehensive upskilling programs in place
Construction workers who undergo upskilling experience a 15% increase in productivity
60% of construction workers feel they lack sufficient digital skills
Reskilling initiatives in construction have increased project safety by 20%
45% of construction firms invest in digital upskilling to improve project delivery
The average age of construction workers is 42, indicating a need for youth reskilling programs
80% of respondents in a survey believe that upskilling is essential for future competitiveness in construction
70% of construction companies see a direct correlation between training and project efficiency
Investment in upskilling and reskilling in construction is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12% over the next 5 years
55% of new construction workers have completed some form of vocational training or certification
65% of construction companies reported difficulty finding workers with the right skill set

With an urgent projected shortfall of 22 million construction workers by 2030 and over 75% of firms reporting a skills gap impacting productivity, the construction industry is at a pivotal crossroads where upskilling and reskilling are not just optional but essential for future competitiveness and safe, efficient project delivery.

Technological Adoption and Innovation

80% of construction companies believe that remote and digital tools increase workforce flexibility
Construction firms investing in AI and machine learning for project planning report 35% faster completion times
The global construction industry is forecasted to spend over $1.4 trillion on digital transformation by 2026, highlighting the emphasis on upskilling
The use of wearable technology for training and safety monitoring increased by 70% last year

Technological Adoption and Innovation Interpretation

As the construction industry digs into a $1.4 trillion digital transformation by 2026, embracing AI, wearables, and remote tools isn’t just a trend—it's the blueprint for building a smarter, safer, and faster future.

Workforce Demographics and Satisfaction

The average age of construction workers is 42, indicating a need for youth reskilling programs

Workforce Demographics and Satisfaction Interpretation

With the average construction worker age at 42, the industry faces a pivotal moment to inject fresh talent through targeted upskilling and reskilling initiatives to ensure future resilience and growth.

Workforce Skills and Training

75% of construction companies report a skills gap affecting productivity
The construction sector is expected to require 2.2 million new workers by 2030, highlighting the need for reskilling
Only 35% of construction firms have comprehensive upskilling programs in place
Construction workers who undergo upskilling experience a 15% increase in productivity
60% of construction workers feel they lack sufficient digital skills
Reskilling initiatives in construction have increased project safety by 20%
45% of construction firms invest in digital upskilling to improve project delivery
80% of respondents in a survey believe that upskilling is essential for future competitiveness in construction
70% of construction companies see a direct correlation between training and project efficiency
Investment in upskilling and reskilling in construction is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12% over the next 5 years
55% of new construction workers have completed some form of vocational training or certification
65% of construction companies reported difficulty finding workers with the right skill set
Digital upskilling led to a 25% reduction in rework on construction sites
50% of construction firms are exploring virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) for training purposes
Training programs focusing on sustainable building practices increased knowledge retention by 30%
Construction workers who received training in safety procedures reduced accidents by 40%
Only 22% of construction firms have formal mentoring programs to support upskilling
Only 24% of workers feel confident using new construction technology after training, indicating a gap in effective upskilling
68% of construction firms have reported a gap in advanced technical skills such as BIM (Building Information Modeling)
The cost of rework due to skill deficiencies in construction is estimated at $31 billion annually
40% of construction managers believe that reskilling can help reduce project delays
58% of construction companies have used online courses for employee development
Construction sector's productivity growth has lagged behind other industries by approximately 1.3% annually, emphasizing the need for upskilling
47% of construction workers expressed interest in learning new digital tools if proper training is provided
The adoption of drones in construction has increased by 150% over the past 3 years, requiring specialized skills
Only 18% of construction firms have comprehensive reskilling programs targeting middle management
72% of construction businesses believe that training in green building practices can attract more clients
Construction companies that implement digital skill training see a 20% reduction in project costs
The implementation of modular construction techniques, which require specialized skills, grew 25% annually, demanding new upskilling efforts
Only 30% of construction workers are confident in their ability to operate new machinery after initial training, indicating a need for ongoing upskilling
Construction firms investing in reskilling experienced a 14% increase in employee retention
83% of construction projects are expected to incorporate more technology, making ongoing upskilling essential
The global construction industry is projected to face a shortage of 22 million workers by 2030 without significant reskilling efforts
65% of construction managers see ongoing learning as critical for project success
Nearly 50% of construction companies plan to increase investment in upskilling over the next two years
Investment in digital training tools has increased by 60% among construction firms since 2020
Construction industry employees who are trained in sustainable practices are 30% more likely to take initiatives toward eco-friendly projects

Workforce Skills and Training Interpretation

With 75% of construction firms facing a skills gap and a projected need for 2.2 million new workers by 2030, the sector's future hinges on embracing upskilling and reskilling—transforming heavy machinery from stone to smart, or risking project delays, skyrocketing costs, and falling behind in the digital age.