Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
Data analyst
Web developer
Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
contract engineer
ESCO occupation · 15 essential, 18 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
project management
engineering processes
assess financial viability
interpret technical requirements
define technical requirements
manage contracts
ensure compliance with purchasing and contracting regulations
technical drawings
contract law
manage budgets
engineering principles
perform scientific research
use technical drawing software
build business relationships
manage engineering project
Optional & specialised skills
issue sales invoices
tax legislation
cost management
carry out tendering
perform project management
assess supplier risks
identify suppliers
manage tender processes
handle customer complaints
consult with technical staff
maintain contract administration
labour legislation
manage contract disputes
meet contract specifications
construction industry
manage sub-contract labour
perform contract compliance audits
compare contractors' bids
Other matches: civil engineering worker · tourism contract negotiator · rail project engineer · futures trader · grants administrator
Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.