Employment Outlook For The Surveying Profession 2026-2029

This report outlines employment demand and skills needs across Ireland’s surveying profession for the period 2026–2029. It highlights strong, sustained demand across construction, land and property, with supply projected to fall short and a significant workforce gap emerging.
Shortages are expected to be most acute at mid and senior levels, reflecting legacy gaps from previous economic cycles. While student enrolments have increased, they are unlikely to fully meet projected demand.
The report also highlights changing skill requirements, with growing emphasis on digital capability, data-driven practice, and core professional skills such as communication and leadership.
It further examines awareness of surveying careers among students and guidance counsellors, identifying opportunities to improve engagement. The report concludes with recommendations focused on strengthening promotion, education pathways, and collaboration across industry and education to address ongoing skills shortages.