A. M. The Director of the Consejo de Alcaldes y Oficina de Planificación del Área Metropolitana de San Salvador (COAMSS-OPAMSS), Luis Rodríguez, reported that the construction sector has experienced historic growth, exceeding 22% so far this year. This upswing has generated more than 165,000 jobs in construction and real estate, as well as boosting the economy through projects that together exceed US$3.3 billion.
According to Rodríguez, the collaborative work between COAMSS-OPAMSS, the Cámara Salvadoreña de la Construcción (CASALCO) and other trade associations has been key to achieving these results. The increase in port activity, driven by imports of construction materials through the Port of Acajutla, has registered a growth of more than 50% in revenue, reflecting the high demand and dynamism of the sector.
The official emphasized that security conditions, strategic decisions regarding public investment, fiscal discipline, the reduction in the number of municipalities, and territorial planning have contributed to creating a favorable investment climate. These factors have strengthened investor confidence and accelerated project execution.
Rodríguez recalled that, since last year, authorities projected that 2025 would be “the year of investment in construction”. Now, with the figures in hand, he affirmed that this prediction is being met thanks to coordination between the public and private sectors, as well as the positive market response.
The goal, he emphasized, is to maintain this growth rate, strengthen the infrastructure of the San Salvador Metropolitan Area, and continue generating quality jobs. Working together with trade associations and the private sector will continue to be the cornerstone of this strategy to consolidate the country as a development hub in the region.
