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What Work Nottinghamshire 2015 / 2016 CONSTRUCTION The construction industry has had its ups and downs over recent years but compared to other regions, the sector in the East Midlands is predicted to grow more favourably. The number of jobs within some roles is expected to grow, however there are also jobs such as electrician where the number of jobs isn’t expected to rise but skilled people will be needed to replace those who leave. Environmental targets mean there are some exciting new areas to work in such as intelligent buildings. Skills & qualities What is happening? • The sector is expected to grow over the next six years, with 224,000 new jobs for the UK expected over the next five years1. Around 15,500 of those could be in the East Midlands. • Roles most needing new workers in the region include labourers, civil engineers, glaziers and surveyors. Across the UK, skills needed include building envelope specialists, civil engineers, architects, wood trade and interior fit-out, painters and decorators and bricklayers. All areas will need managers, IT and office-based staff2. Useful subjects • A growing population, changes in our living habits and energy savings means money is being put into infrastructure (such as the tram extension), housing and leisure sectors. • The sector is expected to grow over the next six years, with 17,000 people needed by 2020 to replace those who leave or retire3. Bricklayer • 13% of the workforce is female and it’s growing . • Designing and building with the environment in mind is a growing area and there are many new skills needed such as installation of solar equipment and reducing energy. • Opportunities for skilled craft work on old buildings in the built heritage sector. www.bconstructive.co.uk www.the-nhtg.org.uk www.architecture.com www.apprenticeships.gov.uk www.nottinghamcityjobs.com 14 £36,000 Wood joiner 5 £24,800 Architect • Over 38% of people working in construction are self‑employed and the figure is rising4. On the web What could you earn?* £25,200 Painter and decorator £21,900 Electrician £30,200 Civil engineer £38,500 Local employers • Scott Wilson Pavement Engineering • Laing O’Rourke • North Midland C