Construction Manager
- Lead projects from concept to completion, ensuring structures stand the test of time.
- Shape skylines and communities by managing construction projects efficiently.
- Dive into diverse fields like carpentry or plumbing for a dynamic career path.
💰 Earn $98K-$161K
📚 Bachelor Degree
Overview
Plan, direct, or coordinate, usually through subordinate supervisory personnel, activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems. Participate in the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation. Includes managers in specialized construction fields, such as carpentry or plumbing.Scoop
Excellent (Increasing by 5% or more)
Day-to-Day
- Plan, schedule, or coordinate construction project activities to meet deadlines.
- Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports, or cost tracking reports.
- Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to representatives of the owner or developer, including administrative staff, workers, or clients.
- Direct and supervise construction or related workers.
- Prepare contracts or negotiate revisions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers, or subcontractors.
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Best For You If...
YOU Like 💕
- Influencing or leading others
- Using data or completing tasks
- Working with my hands
You are skilled in 💫
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Speaking
- Writing
- Monitoring
- Reading Comprehension
You value 🙏
- Having support
- Having freedom
- Job security
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Construction Manager
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