Mega-projects in Cartagena: How employment is generated and the economy is boosted
According to the latest technical consolidation of contracts in execution, the strategic mega-projects of the District already generate 1,040 direct jobs, a figure projected to increase to 5,825 jobs in the following construction phases.
TL;DR
- Mega-projects in Cartagena are creating 1,040 direct jobs, with projections to reach 5,825.
- Employment growth is tied to the progressive advancement of construction phases, increasing labor demand.
- Priority is given to hiring workers from Cartagena.
- Key projects contributing to job creation include the Malecón del Mar, educational infrastructure, Bayunca-Pontezuela sanitation, La Carolina Interchange, and various road rehabilitation packages.
- Infrastructure development is seen as a driver of urban growth, labor opportunities, and economic dynamization for families.