Job prospects Construction Site Foreman/woman near Winnipeg (MB)

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Contractors and supervisors, heavy equipment operator crews near Winnipeg (MB). There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Contractors and supervisors, heavy equipment operator crews (NOC 72021) in the Winnipeg region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Here are some key facts about Contractors and supervisors, heavy equipment operator crews in the Winnipeg region:

• Approximately 730 people work in this occupation.
• Contractors and supervisors, heavy equipment operator crews mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 79%
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 13%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology