overview.

Construction is one of the best-performing sectors for employment in New Zealand, seeing the strongest growth in jobs over the past few years, with the trend to continue until 2026. Demand is high, which makes construction not only a good sector to be in if you’re qualified, but also a good one to get into through apprenticeships, graduate training and other entry routes.

The openings on offer include a range of professional roles in areas such as contract administration, site management and construction project management. The latter is notable in being consistently one of the most in-demand roles within the economy as a whole, with pay to match.

Construction remains a highly male-dominated industry – women make up twelve per cent of Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation (BCITO) apprentices – but this is changing. Industry bodies are keen to attract more women to broaden the talent pool and help bridge any skill gaps.

key facts.

in-demand skills & qualifications.

in-demand skills & qualifications.

in-demand skills & qualifications.

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in-demand skills & qualifications.

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