Skills shortages
There appears to be no end to the upward graph of all the Economic indicators in Ireland’s continuing growth. In virtually all sectors of the economy, severe staff shortages are commonplace, and the drive to recruit suitable candidates from across the globe to meet the shortfalls continues with ever growing momentum. This is especially so in the Construction industry, with widespread anecdotal evidence of project postponements and delays due to chronic shortages in skilled professional personnel.
In the past two quarters, the most vibrant sector in the industry has been the increased output of housing stock which shows an increase of over 25 per cent on a similar period last year. This is reflected in the almost nil increase in the level of rents across the sector countrywide, including in the greater Dublin area. It is predicted that rents will actually start to fall as the output in stock continues to grow.
If you are considering a career move and wish to discuss the current job opportunities within the Architecture, Engineering , Quantity Surveying and Construction, please contact c.herlihy@gpcireland.com or call Caroline on 00 353 86 8055216