Construction Managers

SOC Code: 11-9021

Construction Managerss inspect or review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes or other regulations. This career typically requires considerable preparation (2-4 years). With an AI-proof score of 86.1/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Monitoring, Coordination, Critical Thinking.

AI-Proof Score: 86.1Very High
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Median Salary

$106,980

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Job Growth

8.7%

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Training Time

Considerable preparation (2-4 years)

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Job Zone

Zone 4 / 5

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Training Cost

~$40,000

Key Skills

  • Monitoring
  • Coordination
  • Critical Thinking
  • Judgment and Decision Making
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Speaking
  • Active Listening
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Management of Personnel Resources

Common Tasks

  • Inspect or review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes or other regulations.
  • Develop or implement quality control programs.
  • Plan, schedule, or coordinate construction project activities to meet deadlines.
  • Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports, or cost tracking reports.
  • Direct and supervise construction or related workers.

Why AI-Proof?

  • Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
  • Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
  • Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
  • Social and regulatory barriers to full automation