Why construction jobs are now the most in-demand

Spain’s construction sector is facing a severe shortage of skilled workers, which has already led to a noticeable rise in wages across the industry. For the country’s economy, this means not only a shift in the labor market balance, but also new opportunities for those considering technical professions as a path to stable income. As noted by InfoJobs and Esade, the staffing situation in construction has become one of the most discussed topics of 2025.Average salaries for professionals employed in construction have confidently exceeded nationwide figures. For example, plumbing jobs offer around €27,500 a year, while general construction workers can expect nearly €28,600. Heavy equipment technicians can expect about €28,700. For comparison, the average salary across all vacancies on the InfoJobs platform in 2025 was €27,336. Overall, the real estate and construction sector offers about €31,400 per year, which is significantly higher than the national average.Labor shortageOne of the key reasons for rising wages is the low competition for jobs. There are just 21 candidates per construction worker position and 26 applicants per plumber opening. In other industries, this figure is as high as 56 people for each vacancy. The shortage of qualified personnel makes experienced and trained workers especially valuable to employers. According to InfoJobs and Esade, the lack of new entrants and a shortage of young professionals with vocational training only worsens the problem.In constr...