The construction industry is eyeing growth of 10% this year, according to a new survey by engineering group Aecom.
The survey also identified a number of challenges facing the sector such as lack of government planning (47%) and funding to large-scale infrastructure projects (43%).
Respondents to the survey also reported an increased focus on climate change, with 60% seeing it as a critical factor in their business.
John O'Regan, director of Aecom, said that major projects have transformed the country in recent years, delivering a higher quality of life domestically and making it more competitive internationally - these include Terminal 2 at Dublin Airport and the Luas.
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On climate change, Mr O'Regan said research has shown that industry's attitude is changing.
But he said that if businesses are to fully adopt the circular economy, the industry needs to see further initiatives to help companies to move towards greener practices.
