150,000 UK construction jobs to be added in five years

More than 150,000 UK construction jobs are set to be created over the next five years despite Brexit uncertainty and Carillion’s collapse, according to a new report.

The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) predicts 15,350 carpenters and 9,350 labourers will be needed as more homes are built.

The strongest job growth in the sector is expected to be in a range of professional and managerial roles as the industry seeks to boost its productivity.

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