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Occupation:

Construction Manager

Job Description

Construction Managers are a part of the building process from the very beginning, working closely with architects and engineers to go over plans and blueprints, making timetables for the project, determining material and labor costs, negotiating with and hiring subcontractors and workers, scheduling workers on site, gathering permits and making sure everything is up to code. For large scale projects, construction managers might work on specific projects in conjunction with other construction managers.

Required Skills & Abilities

Typical Salary

$89,250

Education Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis on transportation or construction

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