The construction industry in Yucatán is facing a deficit of five thousand workers, particularly masons, due to a shortage of labor in this sector over the past four years. Since 2020, the state has experienced a significant scarcity of workers, including plumbers, electricians, and other related trades, which could impact growth expectations for the second half of 2024.
Raúl Monforte González, the state president of the Mexican Chamber of Construction Industry (CMIC) and a columnist for El Financiero, emphasized the need to encourage new workers through training and skill development. The challenge lies in attracting individuals to these jobs, as younger generations are showing less interest in this field.
Additionally, many workers have been absorbed by mega-projects of the current administration, such as the Tren Maya, as well as other private-sector initiatives. To address the shortage, the CMIC has trained around 1,300 construction workers in the first six months of this year, focusing on improving working conditions and safety.
These training sessions cover safe tools and equipment handling, as well as the implementation of safety protocols at job sites. Despite the deficit, the construction industry in Yucatán remains well-prepared to tackle these challenges, and delays in ongoing projects are not expected.
Source: Yucatan a la Mano
