Career Profile Construction Managers Education Bachelor's This is the typical education required for an entry-level position. Earnings $88,800 This is the typical median salary earned for an entry-level position. Construction managers plan, coordinate, budget, and supervise construction projects from start to finish. General Information 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. Watch a brief video about this occupation. Watch Video Construction Managers Occupational Outlook For the Rural Capital Area 236 Job Opportunities Over the next five years, an average of 236 openings per year are projected for Construction Managers. +17.2% Employment Change Employment for Construction Managers is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 17.2% between 2023 and 2028. $42.69 Earnings Potential An average worker in this occupation is paid $42.69/hour. Entry level workers are paid $29.89, while experienced workers are paid $54.74. The median wage is significantly above average regional wages across occupations. Local Employment Opportunities There are 1,924 Construction Managers in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 2,254. Top Employing Industries, Locally The top industries employing Construction Managers are Residential Building Construction, Nonresidential Building Construction, and Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors. Knowledge Areas The top most significant knowledge categories for Construction Managers include Building and Construction, Administration and Management, and Engineering and Technology. Educational Attainment Patterns The most common level of education for Construction Managers is Bachelor's. 95% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree. Sources: BLS JobsEQ® ONET
