The world’s five most important mega-projects

Having been hit hard by the financial crisis of 2008 the infrastructure and construction industry is now experiencing a resurgence with many analysts predicting that construction is likely to be one of the most dynamic industrial sectors over the next 15 years.

Given the huge role that the construction industry will play in the global economy in the next decade and a half, and the positive impact this will have on engineering job markets,

Fircroft’s Infrastructure & Construction team have picked out what they consider to be the five most important mega construction projects in the world.

In drawing up the list they have taken many factors into consideration, including economic, social and cultural impact as well the engineering ambition and technical prowess involved in each project.

Do you agree with the top five? View the infographic below and let us know…