The Gold Coast’s construction scene is looking pretty healthy with an estimated $5.5 billion in construction activity projected over the next 12 months.[1] 200 construction projects have already been confirmed for delivery over the next 2-3 years and gives Tradies strong positivity for continued demand providing for the industry. [1]

CSQ CEO,  Brett Schimming, spoke at an industry launch on the Gold Coast in September announcing that “The major project pipeline is valued at between $4 billion (committed) and $14.8 billion (committed + potential) over the coming years.” [1]

“With the majority of these projects being residential construction projects, CSQ predicts continued strong demand for a wide range of building trades workers, including carpenters, electricians and plumbers.” [1]

“Large residential projects like the Jewel Surfers Paradise, Gainsborough Greens and the Arundal Springs Masterplan are typical of the kinds of works that will be driving activity,” says  Mr Schimming. [1]

Here are the Top 5 Major Construction Projects in the Gold Coast (committed or underway):

The top 5 major construction projects committed or underway in the Gold Coast include: [1]

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[1] https://www.csq.org.au/news/gold-coast-tradies-urged-to-train-to-take-up-5-5b-in-upcoming-work/