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
manage contracts
use technical drawing software
project management
engineering processes
interpret technical requirements
assess financial viability
technical drawings
perform scientific research
build business relationships
engineering principles
ensure compliance with purchasing and contracting regulations
manage budgets
contract law
define technical requirements
manage engineering project
Optional & specialised skills
issue sales invoices
manage contract disputes
identify suppliers
perform contract compliance audits
compare contractors' bids
carry out tendering
handle customer complaints
meet contract specifications
cost management
manage sub-contract labour
manage tender processes
labour legislation
construction industry
perform project management
tax legislation
consult with technical staff
maintain contract administration
assess supplier risks
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.