Salary Range
$72,000 – $145,000
Job Outlook
5% growth through 2032
Education
Bachelor's in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
Work Settings
Onsite
About This Career
Construction Managers plan, coordinate, and oversee construction projects from inception to completion. They manage budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and ensure quality and safety on job sites.
Top Skills
Project schedulingBudget managementBlueprint readingSubcontractor managementSafety complianceContract negotiation
Typical Responsibilities
- Manage project budgets and timelines
- Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers
- Ensure safety and quality compliance
- Review blueprints and specifications
- Conduct site inspections
- Report project status to stakeholders
Common Certifications
✓ PMP✓ CCM✓ OSHA 30✓ LEED AP
Career Progression
1
Assistant Project Manager
0-3 years experience
2
Project Manager
3-7 years experience
3
Senior PM / Superintendent
7-12 years experience
4
Director of Construction
12+ years experience
ATS Keywords to Include in Your Resume
project managementbudget managementOSHAschedulingsubcontractor managementblueprint readingchange orders
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Hiring Industries
General ContractorsReal Estate DevelopmentGovernmentHeavy Civil
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