Construction Managers
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.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Construction Managers to increase by 9.1% between 2024 and 2034, from 609,100 to 664,300 jobs. Its estimate of 49,700 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($114,990), education (Bachelor's degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
609,100
Projected employment (2034)
664,300
Projected change (2024–2034)
9%
Annual openings (projected average)
49,700
Pay & Preparation
$114,990
Bachelor's degree
None
Moderate-term on-the-job training
Essential Skills
Management of Personnel Resources (4.12/5) • Judgment and Decision Making (4.12/5) • Critical Thinking (4/5) • Coordination (4/5) • Time Management (4/5) • Complex Problem Solving (4/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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