Civil Engineering Job Postings on Indeed in the United States
This dataset tracks civil engineering job postings on indeed in the united states over time.
Latest Value
149.41
Year-over-Year Change
2.98%
Date Range
2/1/2020 - 8/1/2025
Summary
The Civil Engineering Job Postings on Indeed in the United States index tracks the volume of job postings for civil engineering roles on the popular job search platform. This metric provides insight into labor demand and hiring trends in the civil engineering industry.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
The Civil Engineering Job Postings on Indeed index serves as a real-time indicator of employment conditions and talent needs within the civil engineering field in the United States. Economists and policymakers monitor this data to assess the strength of the engineering job market and overall construction sector activity.
Methodology
The index is calculated based on the raw number of job postings for civil engineering roles on the Indeed job search platform.
Historical Context
This data is used by economists, policymakers, and industry analysts to gauge the health of the construction and infrastructure development sectors.
Key Facts
- The index is based on job postings, not actual hires.
- Civil engineering is a key industry for infrastructure development.
- The index tracks labor demand, not supply or wages.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Civil Engineering Job Postings on Indeed index measures the volume of job postings for civil engineering roles on the Indeed job search platform in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides real-time insight into labor demand and hiring trends within the civil engineering industry, which is a key sector for infrastructure development and construction activity.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The index is calculated based on the raw number of job postings for civil engineering roles on the Indeed job search platform.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers monitor this data to assess the strength of the engineering job market and overall construction sector activity, which informs decisions related to infrastructure investment and labor market policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is published with a short lag and may not capture all job postings, as it is based solely on data from the Indeed platform.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Civil Engineering Job Postings on Indeed in the United States (IHLIDXUSTPCIVIENGI), retrieved from FRED.