Global Civil Engineering Market Set to Reach $23.0 Trillion

Civil engineering market set to jump from USD 13.8 trillion to USD 23.0 trillion by 2035

A new market study released on September 11, 2025 projects steady global growth in civil engineering over the next decade. The study estimates the global market at USD 13.8 trillion in 2025 and forecasts expansion to USD 23.0 trillion by 2035, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 5.2% from 2025 to 2035. The report spans 250 pages and breaks the market into service and application segments, along with regional and country-level outlooks.

Top-line drivers and leading service and application segments

The study identifies the planning & design and building segments as the key engines of revenue in 2025. Planning & design is projected to hold 39.6% of market revenue that year, making it the largest service category. The building application is expected to command 45.1% of civil engineering revenue in 2025. Growth in these areas is linked to rising project complexity, urban expansion, government housing programs, and advances in digital design tools.

How the market grows year by year

The report traces growth with three multi-year phases. From 2021 to 2025 the market is said to expand from USD 10.7 trillion to USD 13.8 trillion, with annual increments of roughly USD 0.6 trillion, USD 0.6 trillion, USD 0.6 trillion, and USD 0.7 trillion. That period is described as steady acceleration driven by infrastructure build-out and higher government spending on roads, bridges, and public works.

The 2026–2030 block shows strengthened growth: values move from USD 13.8 trillion in 2026 to USD 16.9 trillion in 2030, with mid-years at USD 14.6 trillion (2027), USD 15.3 trillion (2028) and USD 16.1 trillion (2029). This phase is linked to investments in high-speed rail, smart cities, and new industrial facilities.

From 2031 to 2035 the market expands from USD 17.8 trillion to USD 23.0 trillion, with intermediate values provided for each year. The report notes a mild deceleration in the annual increment rate as some regions approach infrastructure maturity and baseline systems near saturation.

Five parent markets that shape civil engineering

• Construction and infrastructure: contributes roughly 28–32% of influence on the market.
• Building materials and equipment: about 20–24%.
• Transportation and urban mobility: around 15–18%.
• Water and wastewater management: roughly 10–12%.
• Energy and utilities: approximately 8–10%.

Technology, sustainability and market challenges

The market outlook highlights adoption of tools such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), modular construction techniques, and sustainable materials as central to improving efficiency and cutting rework. Environmental concerns are pushing wider use of green design and climate-resilient building methods. At the same time, the sector faces practical hurdles including raw material price swings, supply chain limits, labor shortages, and complex regulatory environments. Technical risks such as geotechnical uncertainty and structural integrity assessments are also noted.

Regional and country outlooks

The report covers more than 40 countries and maps regional patterns. Asia-Pacific is identified as the leader in new construction activity while North America and Europe largely focus on modernization and retrofitting. Country growth projections include a projected 7.0% CAGR for China, 6.5% for India, 5.5% for France, 4.9% for the UK, and 4.4% for the USA over 2025–2035. These rates reflect a mix of large infrastructure programs, smart city investments, and renewal projects.

Competitive landscape and business strategies

Competition is reported to be shaped by project scale, technical know-how and international reach. Leading firms in the sector are noted for integrated delivery models, digital project management, and cross-border partnerships. Companies that bundle technology-enabled services, cost-efficient delivery and lifecycle support are seen as best positioned to capture opportunities in major markets.

Specific project and sector notes

The study also connects to a set of notable projects and trends that may shape civil engineering practice, including large cultural buildings, water treatment expansions, and major urban mixed-use developments. A separate infrastructure move highlighted involves revitalizing an old railway line that links mining areas to a major port, where a large foreign contractor plans a long-term operational concession, rehabilitation works and rolling stock procurement. Such projects underscore how transport and trade needs remain central to the sector’s pipeline.

Report details and contact context

The report is identified as a 250-page market study released on September 11, 2025. It includes segmented analysis by service and application, regional breakdowns, country-level CAGRs, and a list of firms operating across heavy civil, building and specialist niches. The study scope and contacts are provided in the source material for those seeking more detailed figures.