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.

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 5 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