Although the construction industry has been experiencing a slump during the past seven years, after a period of growth between 2004 and 2007, the industry still makes a sizeable contribution to the economy and creates many employment opportunities. How do construction companies remain relevant in the changing economic conditions? The Chairman of Inyatsi Construction, Mr Frans Pienaar, as well as SA Top Woman in Construction, Rachel Tladi (CEO of Uvuko Civils) and Caroll Masevhe (CEO Kapcor Construction), discuss the contribution of the infrastructure development on the economy - and how construction companies can ensure they create employment opportunities and contribute positively to socio-economic development. Then the chairman of the Construction and Property Youth Indaba adds his voice on behalf of the youth in the Construction sector.