Investment in Africa is on the rise, as the continent would appear to be marginally affected by the economic crises sweeping the world.
UAE ports specialist DP World is the latest company looking to increase its investments in Africa to offset the downturn in other parts of the world. The company already has interests in Nigeria, Senegal, Rwanda, Mozambique and South Africa and is the operator behind the planned £1.5bn London Gateway port in the UK.
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Wednesday, February 11, 2009
South Africa commits billions to creating residential construction jobs
Housing and the eradication of informal settlements are at the forefront of rteh Sout African government's infrastructure investment plans, according Finance Minister Trevor Manuel.
In his 2009 Budget Speech the Minister indicated that in the next three years, infrastructure grants to municipalities will total R67 bn (€5.2bn), and a further R45 bn (€3.5bn) will be spent on the country’s Breaking New Ground housing programme.
"Together with investment in roads and public transport, these constitute one of the largest areas of expansion of public sector spending, and are rightly prioritised as part of our response to the current deterioration in employment and economic activity," said the minister.
In South Africa, housing delivery increased rapidly between 1994 and 99 and more than 721 813 houses were built in the first five years and more than 892 699 units were built in the second five years.
To address housing needs, particularly in rural areas, the Department of Housing facilitated the delivery of approximately 186,000 incremental housing opportunities between 2004 and 2008 through housing finance provided by the National Housing Finance Development Institutions. During the period from 2004 to 2008, through Breaking New Ground, an estimated 311 600 direct South African construction job opportunities were created in addition to a further 290 750 indirect construction job opportunities, making a total of 602 350 construction job opportunities.
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In his 2009 Budget Speech the Minister indicated that in the next three years, infrastructure grants to municipalities will total R67 bn (€5.2bn), and a further R45 bn (€3.5bn) will be spent on the country’s Breaking New Ground housing programme.
"Together with investment in roads and public transport, these constitute one of the largest areas of expansion of public sector spending, and are rightly prioritised as part of our response to the current deterioration in employment and economic activity," said the minister.
In South Africa, housing delivery increased rapidly between 1994 and 99 and more than 721 813 houses were built in the first five years and more than 892 699 units were built in the second five years.
To address housing needs, particularly in rural areas, the Department of Housing facilitated the delivery of approximately 186,000 incremental housing opportunities between 2004 and 2008 through housing finance provided by the National Housing Finance Development Institutions. During the period from 2004 to 2008, through Breaking New Ground, an estimated 311 600 direct South African construction job opportunities were created in addition to a further 290 750 indirect construction job opportunities, making a total of 602 350 construction job opportunities.
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Friday, February 6, 2009
Irish Construction professionals seek Russian Olympic construction job opportunities
In 2007, China was the coffee shop of Irish business (In Beijing you couldn’t turn a corner without bumping into someone from Ireland looking for a business opportunity). In 2008, the UAE and Saudi Arabia came in to focus, and numerous construction professionals took advantage of good value long haul flights to seek out opportunities in the Middle East. But in 2009 it may be Russia that becomes the next haunt of the somewhat smaller army of Irish developers, architects and engineers who are looking for the next big deal. And there is still plenty of business to be done.
Enterprise Ireland (EI) has become the advance guard of Irish industry, looking to build sustainable business relationships for Irish firms on foreign soils and sands. EI recently brought a group of Irish architects and engineers on trips to Saudi Arabia and Russia.
The delegation of Irish engineers and architects that traveled to Russia visited the little known resort of Sochi, in Southern Russia, which will host the Winter Olympics in 2014. There is after all €2.2bn in deals up for grabs in Sochi.
The group that traveled to Saudi Arabia was looking at ways to get involved in Saudi Arabia’s Grand Designs including an environmental city.
EI, in conjunction with the Construction Industry Federation (CIF), the Royal Institute of Architects Ireland (RIAI) and Engineers Ireland has embarked on a number of “Leadership for Growth” programmes aimed at exporting the expertise garnered by Irish construction firms, Irish architects and Irish engineers in the past few years.
EI says nearly 100 company executives are completing the Enterprise Ireland’s international selling programme, which is made up of eight training modules.
See also Exporting the Tiger
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Enterprise Ireland (EI) has become the advance guard of Irish industry, looking to build sustainable business relationships for Irish firms on foreign soils and sands. EI recently brought a group of Irish architects and engineers on trips to Saudi Arabia and Russia.
The delegation of Irish engineers and architects that traveled to Russia visited the little known resort of Sochi, in Southern Russia, which will host the Winter Olympics in 2014. There is after all €2.2bn in deals up for grabs in Sochi.
The group that traveled to Saudi Arabia was looking at ways to get involved in Saudi Arabia’s Grand Designs including an environmental city.
EI, in conjunction with the Construction Industry Federation (CIF), the Royal Institute of Architects Ireland (RIAI) and Engineers Ireland has embarked on a number of “Leadership for Growth” programmes aimed at exporting the expertise garnered by Irish construction firms, Irish architects and Irish engineers in the past few years.
EI says nearly 100 company executives are completing the Enterprise Ireland’s international selling programme, which is made up of eight training modules.
See also Exporting the Tiger
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Tuesday, January 20, 2009
€900m schools programme could create 3,300 construction jobs
Irish Minister for Education Batt O’Keefe TD has said that up to 3,300 Irish construction jobs could be created in 2009 through the Government’s €900m schools building programme.
Up to €580m has been allocated for construction and upgrading of new primary and post-primary schools. Third level facilities have been allocated €265million.
Minister O Keefe surmises: “Some economic commentators work to the principle that every €255,000 of investment in construction activity is likely to generate a single job. Applying this theory to my capital programme should ensure that around 3,300 construction jobs will be secured this year.”
A number of schools are planned for construction in 2009 as part of the public-private partnership (PPP) programme.
Other relevant stories
Maynooth university library project to create 150 new Irish construction jobs
Job opportunities in education rollout
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Up to €580m has been allocated for construction and upgrading of new primary and post-primary schools. Third level facilities have been allocated €265million.
Minister O Keefe surmises: “Some economic commentators work to the principle that every €255,000 of investment in construction activity is likely to generate a single job. Applying this theory to my capital programme should ensure that around 3,300 construction jobs will be secured this year.”
A number of schools are planned for construction in 2009 as part of the public-private partnership (PPP) programme.
Other relevant stories
Maynooth university library project to create 150 new Irish construction jobs
Job opportunities in education rollout
Click here for the latest construction jobs in Ireland
2,000 construction jobs for North Dublin
The Irish construction industry may not after all be in a free falling downturn. In 2009 the Irish construction industry has dusted itself down from the hammering it took in 2008 and a number of significant Irish construction jobs opportunities will emerge in the coming months. Foremost amongst these construction job opportunities will be Treasury Holdings’ €800m Spring Cross, Ballymun Town Centre regeneration scheme.
The developer expects to get to work on the final part of the Ballymun Regeneration scheme in North Dublin in the coming months, and says that 2,000 construction jobs will be created by the development during the projects three-year construction programme, which will finish in 2012.
The development will include over 60,000 sq m of retail space, 28,000 sq m of office space and over 11,000 sq m of leisure facilities.
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The developer expects to get to work on the final part of the Ballymun Regeneration scheme in North Dublin in the coming months, and says that 2,000 construction jobs will be created by the development during the projects three-year construction programme, which will finish in 2012.
The development will include over 60,000 sq m of retail space, 28,000 sq m of office space and over 11,000 sq m of leisure facilities.
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Monday, December 22, 2008
Most popular construction jobs 2009
In terms of the most sought jobs through constructionjobs.ie in 2008, construction project managers jobs have featured prominently on all lists between June and December 2008. So, it should come as no surprise that it is the most popular job at constructionjobs.ie at the end of 2008.
Elsewhere in the chart, quantity surveyor, civil engineering and construction manager positions have all performed well during the year.
Based on our projected construction job opportunities in 2009 expect to see site management positions grow in prominence. If funding can be secured for infrastructural works across Europe, USA and Canada construction managers, civil engineers and QS's should enjoy a wealth of opportunity as the year proceeds.
Civil engineers and project managers should also find job opportunities in Australia and the Middle East. Engineers and experienced trades people will be much in demand in Australia and Canada, while Poland and Ukraine will continue their drive to attract experienced tradespeople and civil engineers home to meet their infrastructural requirements for the 2012 UEFA European Championships.
Top 10 constructionjob.ie Construction Job Applications December 08
Construction : Project Management
Construction : Quantity Surveying / QS
Construction : Civil Engineering
Construction : Construction Management
Construction : Health & Safety
Construction : Electrical Engineering
Construction : Site Management
Construction : Contracts Management
Construction : Site Engineering
Construction : Planning
Top 10 constructionjob.ie Construction Job Applications June
Construction : Project Management
Construction : Quantity Surveying/QS
Construction : Health & Safety
Construction : Civil Engineering
Construction : Site Engineering
Construction : Site Management
Construction : Foreperson
Construction : Construction Management
Design : CAD
Construction : Planning
Construction : CAD/ Electrical Engineering
Elsewhere in the chart, quantity surveyor, civil engineering and construction manager positions have all performed well during the year.
Based on our projected construction job opportunities in 2009 expect to see site management positions grow in prominence. If funding can be secured for infrastructural works across Europe, USA and Canada construction managers, civil engineers and QS's should enjoy a wealth of opportunity as the year proceeds.
Civil engineers and project managers should also find job opportunities in Australia and the Middle East. Engineers and experienced trades people will be much in demand in Australia and Canada, while Poland and Ukraine will continue their drive to attract experienced tradespeople and civil engineers home to meet their infrastructural requirements for the 2012 UEFA European Championships.
Top 10 constructionjob.ie Construction Job Applications December 08
Construction : Project Management
Construction : Quantity Surveying / QS
Construction : Civil Engineering
Construction : Construction Management
Construction : Health & Safety
Construction : Electrical Engineering
Construction : Site Management
Construction : Contracts Management
Construction : Site Engineering
Construction : Planning
Top 10 constructionjob.ie Construction Job Applications June
Construction : Project Management
Construction : Quantity Surveying/QS
Construction : Health & Safety
Construction : Civil Engineering
Construction : Site Engineering
Construction : Site Management
Construction : Foreperson
Construction : Construction Management
Design : CAD
Construction : Planning
Construction : CAD/ Electrical Engineering
Seven UK Construction Sectors to Watch in 2009
Several high profile construction projects will require an array of experienced construction professionals over the next 18 months. The UK’s ConstructionSkills Network is predicting over 40,000 new construction jobs will be created every year between 2009 and 2013, with the north-east benefiting with the creation of 1,700 new construction jobs year on year. North east infrastructure projects, such as the £260m New Tyne Crossing and Building Schools for the Future programme are two construction areas that will drive construction recruitment activity over the next four years.
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Key UK Construction Recruitment Opportunities to watch in 2009
Crossrail
The £16bn Crossrail project, the largest civil engineering project in Europe, is the most exciting infrastructure projects of 2009. The rail scheme, running from Maidenhead in the west, to Shenfield and Abbey Wood in the east, has been in planning for 20 years. The £300m to 400m project delivery partner role will be announced in March. Enabling works frameworks will be awarded in the same month, while contracts notices for the main works will be published in summer next year.
Key Crossrail Construction Job Opportunities in 2009: Senior Estimator, Planner, Civil Engineer
London Olympics 2012
Activity is increasing steadily on the Olympic Park. The latest figures show that of the 2,701 strong workforce currently working on the Olympic Park. Milestones to be achieved by summer include completing the Olympic Stadium and Aquatics Centre foundations.
Up to 9,000 construction workers will be needed at the peak of construction on the Olympic Park in 2009/2010.
Key London Olympics Construction Job Opportunities in 2009: Planner/Senior Planner, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineer
Energy
Seven new nuclear power plants are planned for construction over the coming years with individual budgets of £600m each. A £1bn coal-fired power station, Kingsnorth plant proposed by Eon, is also expected to receive government approval in the New Year. A number of other power companies have also outlined plans for coal-fired stations and are waiting to see what happens to the EON project.
Key UK Energy Construction Job Opportunities in 2009. Senior Quantity Surveyor, Mechanical Service Engineer, Contracts Manager, HVAC Engineer
Education
The UK Government's £45bn Building Schools for the Future (BSF) programme has set a number of priorities for the next 18 months. The administering body Partnerships for Schools (PfS) recently reported a number of new entrants a growing number of companies entering the area. The programme is being fast tracked with local authorities now able to bring their BSF schemes forward for early inclusion. The European Investment Bank has offered to provide 50percent of funding for up to five BSF schemes. But another 18 schemes will also need funding by the end of 2009.
The PfS £2bn National Academy framework delivers capital- funded Academy school schemes and smaller BSF schemes, typically under £150m. The framework is due to be renewed in 2009, doubling in size to a £4bn pipeline of work. The six leading companies in the market are Carillion; Balfour Beatty; Kier, Laing O'Rourke; Wilmott Dixon and Skanska.
Key UK Education Construction Job Opportunities in 2009: Quantity Surveyor, Contracts Manager, Construction Health and Safety Manager
Healthcare
Small and medium-sized healthcare schemes will be the order of the day in 2009. This covers contracts with a value of under £100m, which can be procured much quicker than larger scale PFI projects. Fourteen firms are currently bidding for up to 10 places on the new £1bn framework, known as NHS Express LIFT. The deal will run for two years with a two-year extension option. Key companies include Eric Wright; Laing O'Rourke; Vinci; Skanska;Costain; Miller; and Morgan Sindall.
Key UK Healthcare Construction Job Opportunities in 2009: Quantity Surveyor, Project Manager, Architect
Roads
Site-clearance has started on the £5bn privately-funded M25 widening scheme. Balfour Beatty head up the ConnectPlus consortium on the Design Build Finance and Operate (DBFO). The project will be fully operational during 2009. There are another four projects, with a total value of £325m that can expect starts in 2009:
£30m improvements to the A180/A160 junction near Immingham Port.
£100m A46 dualling between Newark and Widmerpool.
£30m of improvements to the A12 between the M25 and Ipswich.
£165m south east Manchester relief road.
Key UK Roads Construction Job Opportunities in 2009: Highways Engineer. Civil Engineer, Construction Project Manager
Water infrastructure
Between 2008 and 2010 it is estimated at least £7bn will be spent on Government water projects. On top of that, a number of water and sewage firms have called for an extra £500m between 2008 to 2010 to be spent on upgrade projects.
Key UK Water Services Construction Job Opportunities in 2009: Water Planner, Senior Planner, Quantity Surveyor.
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Key UK Construction Recruitment Opportunities to watch in 2009
Crossrail
The £16bn Crossrail project, the largest civil engineering project in Europe, is the most exciting infrastructure projects of 2009. The rail scheme, running from Maidenhead in the west, to Shenfield and Abbey Wood in the east, has been in planning for 20 years. The £300m to 400m project delivery partner role will be announced in March. Enabling works frameworks will be awarded in the same month, while contracts notices for the main works will be published in summer next year.
Key Crossrail Construction Job Opportunities in 2009: Senior Estimator, Planner, Civil Engineer
London Olympics 2012
Activity is increasing steadily on the Olympic Park. The latest figures show that of the 2,701 strong workforce currently working on the Olympic Park. Milestones to be achieved by summer include completing the Olympic Stadium and Aquatics Centre foundations.
Up to 9,000 construction workers will be needed at the peak of construction on the Olympic Park in 2009/2010.
Key London Olympics Construction Job Opportunities in 2009: Planner/Senior Planner, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineer
Energy
Seven new nuclear power plants are planned for construction over the coming years with individual budgets of £600m each. A £1bn coal-fired power station, Kingsnorth plant proposed by Eon, is also expected to receive government approval in the New Year. A number of other power companies have also outlined plans for coal-fired stations and are waiting to see what happens to the EON project.
Key UK Energy Construction Job Opportunities in 2009. Senior Quantity Surveyor, Mechanical Service Engineer, Contracts Manager, HVAC Engineer
Education
The UK Government's £45bn Building Schools for the Future (BSF) programme has set a number of priorities for the next 18 months. The administering body Partnerships for Schools (PfS) recently reported a number of new entrants a growing number of companies entering the area. The programme is being fast tracked with local authorities now able to bring their BSF schemes forward for early inclusion. The European Investment Bank has offered to provide 50percent of funding for up to five BSF schemes. But another 18 schemes will also need funding by the end of 2009.
The PfS £2bn National Academy framework delivers capital- funded Academy school schemes and smaller BSF schemes, typically under £150m. The framework is due to be renewed in 2009, doubling in size to a £4bn pipeline of work. The six leading companies in the market are Carillion; Balfour Beatty; Kier, Laing O'Rourke; Wilmott Dixon and Skanska.
Key UK Education Construction Job Opportunities in 2009: Quantity Surveyor, Contracts Manager, Construction Health and Safety Manager
Healthcare
Small and medium-sized healthcare schemes will be the order of the day in 2009. This covers contracts with a value of under £100m, which can be procured much quicker than larger scale PFI projects. Fourteen firms are currently bidding for up to 10 places on the new £1bn framework, known as NHS Express LIFT. The deal will run for two years with a two-year extension option. Key companies include Eric Wright; Laing O'Rourke; Vinci; Skanska;Costain; Miller; and Morgan Sindall.
Key UK Healthcare Construction Job Opportunities in 2009: Quantity Surveyor, Project Manager, Architect
Roads
Site-clearance has started on the £5bn privately-funded M25 widening scheme. Balfour Beatty head up the ConnectPlus consortium on the Design Build Finance and Operate (DBFO). The project will be fully operational during 2009. There are another four projects, with a total value of £325m that can expect starts in 2009:
£30m improvements to the A180/A160 junction near Immingham Port.
£100m A46 dualling between Newark and Widmerpool.
£30m of improvements to the A12 between the M25 and Ipswich.
£165m south east Manchester relief road.
Key UK Roads Construction Job Opportunities in 2009: Highways Engineer. Civil Engineer, Construction Project Manager
Water infrastructure
Between 2008 and 2010 it is estimated at least £7bn will be spent on Government water projects. On top of that, a number of water and sewage firms have called for an extra £500m between 2008 to 2010 to be spent on upgrade projects.
Key UK Water Services Construction Job Opportunities in 2009: Water Planner, Senior Planner, Quantity Surveyor.
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