Singapore’s construction sector grew 3.6% year-on-year in Q3 2025.[39] For domestically oriented sectors, the sector is forecast to continue growing, supported by expansions in public residential building and civil engineering works.[40] An analysis by Maybank shows that this is driven by a backlog of HDB housing projects and major developments such as Changi Terminal 5 and new MRT lines.[41]
Construction, Property & Engineering
Construction hiring in 2026 is expected to remain steady across the region.
Hong Kong’s outlook is supported by large-scale housing targets of 420,000 units over the next decade[38] and ongoing infrastructure works.
Malaysia’s construction industry is expected to grow by an average of 4% per year from 2026 to 2029.[42] This growth is driven by investments in industrial, transport and energy projects, as well as government initiatives such as New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP 2030)[43], National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR)[44], the National Semiconductor Strategy (NSS)[45] and the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP)[46]. Key growth centres include Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Johor Bahru.[47]
China’s construction market is recovering due to local investment, even as the sector remains in transition.[48] However, labour shortages, fluctuating material costs and complex regulations still pose challenges for project delivery.[49]
Hot Roles in 2026
- Project Director / Senior Project Manager
- Engineering Director / Head of Engineering
- Construction Director / Head of Construction
- Property / Asset Management Director
- Head of Sustainability / ESG & Green Building Lead
AI’s Impact on the Industry
- Robotics and automation are reducing reliance on unskilled labour but simultaneously creating new roles in robotics maintenance and digital operations.
- AI tools are increasingly used to measure and report on green construction performance, driving demand for professionals who can bridge technology and compliance.
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2026 Salary Index
Below is the 2026 Salary Index for Construction, Property & Engineering sectors in Hong Kong and Mainland China.
These figures are designed to help employers and professionals navigate salary expectations, ensuring competitive compensation strategies. Whether you’re hiring or evaluating your career trajectory, this data provides valuable insights into the latest trends.
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Mainland China
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Appendix
- 38. China Daily
- 39. Ministry of Trade and Industry Singapore
- 40. Ministry of Trade and Industry Singapore
- 41. Singapore Business Review
- 42. GlobalData
- 43. Malaysian Investment Development Authority
- 44. Malaysian Investment Development Authority
- 45. Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry
- 46. Ministry of Economy, Malaysia
- 47. Nexdigm
- 48. Turner & Townsend
- 49. Turner & Townsend
