Leighton Asia

Leighton Asia is a prominent international construction company, established in 1974 as a subsidiary of the Australian CIMIC Group. Based in Wan Chai, Hong Kong, the company has over 45 years of experience in the Asia-Pacific region, focusing on high-profile infrastructure projects. Leighton Asia is known for its expertise in civil engineering, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing services, as well as oil and gas engineering. The company offers a wide range of services, including the construction of major civil infrastructure, complex mechanical and electrical systems, and digital infrastructure projects. Notable works include the Hung Hom station extension of the Sha Tin to Central Link in Hong Kong, the Central Reclamation Phases III, and the New Australian Embassy Compound in Jakarta. Leighton Asia operates across several countries, including Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, India, and more, aiming to be a trusted partner for clients by delivering innovative and sustainable solutions.

Construction Hong Kong, Hong Kong Founded 1974 ~1,939 employees

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Employees
1,939
+0.9% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Revenue / employee
$3.3M
Revenue ~$6.4B
12-month attrition
7.4%
Tech: 11.4%
H1B sponsor
NA

Headcount trend

Leighton Asia went from 1,509 employees in Jul 2023 to 1,939 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 157 people joined, 45 left.

Headcount data through Jun 2025

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other1,208
Engineering463
HR87
Operations81
Finance56
Sales17
Marketing11
Design8

Leighton Asia FAQ

How many employees does Leighton Asia have?

Leighton Asia has about 1,939 employees, up 0.9% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.

What is Leighton Asia's revenue per employee?

Leighton Asia makes about $3.3M in revenue per employee, based on $6.4B annual revenue and 1,939 employees.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.