The Construction and Real Estate sector, as of Q2 2023, employs over 166,000 professionals across the various subsectors. The Construction workforce is made up of 127,405 professionals whilst the Real Estate sector has 38,673 professionals. As a key economic pillar, the sector continues to grow with many large projects under development and many more in the pipeline to support the kingdom’s infrastructure, tourism, industry and housing. With the rise in inflation and land prices, companies are looking to take advantage of technology and modern construction methods to lower costs and increase affordability. In line with the global movement towards sustainability, the sector is seeing a rise in demand for green buildings as some clients become more environmental conscious and the economic viability of eco-friendly construction increases.

The Construction and Real Estate Sector Skills Report was developed through a comprehensive methodology, including international benchmarking, adherence to International Labour Organization guidelines, and a series of Sector Working Group sessions to gain deep insights into the specific needs and dynamics of Bahrain’s Construction and Real Estate sector.