Careers in Construction & Real Estate
One hundred and seventy-four careers across construction trades, project management, surveying, architecture-adjacent roles, property management, brokerage, and the work that designs and runs the built environment. Each card below carries the typical preparation path, the salary range from entry to senior level, and a short read on what the work actually involves day to day.
174 careers in Construction & Real Estate
Analytics Consultant
Bachelor's Degree · $105,000
Analyzes complex data sets to identify trends, provide actionable insights, and recommend data-driven strategies to…
Appraiser
Bachelor's Degree · $67,960
Appraise real estate, exclusively, and estimate its fair value. May assess taxes in accordance with prescribed…
Apprentice Carpenter
High School Diploma or Equivalent · $50,000
Assist skilled carpenters in constructing, installing, and repairing structures and fixtures by measuring, cutting,…
Apprentice Electrician
High School Diploma · $65,165
Assists licensed electricians in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems. This role involves hands-on…
Apprentice Iron Worker
High School Diploma or Equivalent · $60,000
Apprentice Iron Workers learn to erect and dismantle structural steel frameworks, reinforce concrete with rebar, and…
Apprentice Mason
High School Diploma or Equivalent; Vocational Training · $45,000
Assist in the construction, repair, and maintenance of brick, block, and stone structures by mixing mortar, laying…
Architectural Glass and Metal Technician
High School Diploma or GED · $58,000
Install, repair, and fabricate glass and metal components, including curtain wall framing, storefronts, doors,…
Assistant Project Manager (Construction)
Bachelor's degree · $75,000
Assists project managers in planning, executing, and closing construction projects. This includes coordinating…
BIM Manager (Real Estate)
Bachelor's in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management; BIM certifications · $95,000
Manages Building Information Modeling processes for real estate development and facilities management, coordinating 3D…
Boilermakers
High School Diploma · $73,340
Construct, assemble, maintain, and repair stationary steam boilers and boiler house auxiliaries. Align structures or…
Brickmason Helper
High School Diploma or GED · $38,000
Assists brickmasons, blockmasons, and stonemasons by performing duties such as mixing mortar, transporting materials,…
Brickmasons and Blockmasons
High School Diploma · $60,800
Lay and bind building materials, such as brick, structural tile, concrete block, cinder block, glass block, and…
Building Inspector / Plans Examiner
Associate's degree or equivalent experience + ICC certifications · $68,000
Reviews construction plans and inspects buildings during and after construction to ensure compliance with building…
Building Superintendent / Building Manager
High school diploma or trade certification; building maintenance experience essential · $52,000
Serves as the on-site manager of a residential or commercial building, handling day-to-day maintenance, tenant…
Buyer's Agent / Buyer's Advocate
Real estate license required; Bachelor's in Business or related field preferred · $62,000
Represents property buyers exclusively throughout the purchasing process, conducting market research, identifying…
Cabinetmaker
Certificate or Vocational Training · $50,000
Designs, constructs, and repairs wooden cabinets, furniture, and fixtures using a variety of materials and tools.…
Carpenter Apprentice
High School Diploma or Equivalent · $48,000
Assists skilled carpenters in constructing, erecting, installing, and repairing structures and fixtures made of wood,…
Carpenter Helper
High School Diploma or equivalent · $45,000
Assists carpenters in measuring, cutting, shaping, and assembling wood or other construction materials. Prepares and…
Carpenters
High School Diploma · $59,310
Construct, erect, install, or repair structures and fixtures made of wood and comparable materials, such as concrete…
Carpet Installers
High School Diploma · $49,850
Lay and install carpet from rolls or blocks on floors. Install padding and trim flooring materials.
Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers
Less than High School · $54,660
Smooth and finish surfaces of poured concrete, such as floors, walks, sidewalks, roads, or curbs using a variety of…
Commercial Leasing Agent / Manager
Bachelor's in Business or Real Estate; real estate license required · $72,000
Manages the leasing of commercial office and mixed-use spaces, marketing vacancies, qualifying tenants, negotiating…
Commercial Property Manager
Bachelor's in Business, Real Estate, or Facilities Management; CPM or RPA designation valued · $78,000
Manages commercial office, retail, or industrial properties, overseeing tenant relations, building operations, capital…
Commercial Real Estate Analyst
Bachelor's in Finance, Real Estate, or Economics; CFA or CCIM helpful · $72,000
Conducts financial analysis, market research, and due diligence for commercial real estate transactions and…
Commercial Real Estate Appraiser
Bachelor's in Real Estate, Finance, or Economics; MAI designation from Appraisal Institute · $82,000
Determines the market value of commercial properties including offices, retail, industrial, and multifamily assets…
Commercial Real Estate Broker
Bachelor's in Business, Finance, or Real Estate; CCIM or SIOR designation valued · $95,000
Facilitates the sale and lease of commercial properties including office buildings, retail centers, and mixed-use…
Construction and Building Inspectors
High School Diploma · $72,120
Inspect structures using engineering skills to determine structural soundness and compliance with specifications,…
Construction Consultant
Bachelor's Degree · $95,000
Construction consultants provide expert advice and guidance on construction projects, covering aspects from planning…
Construction Coordinator
High School Diploma or Equivalent · $62,000
Coordinates various aspects of construction projects, including scheduling, resource allocation, communication, and…
Construction Equipment Maintenance Technician
Postsecondary Nondegree Award · $60,000
Inspect, maintain, and repair heavy construction equipment such as bulldozers, cranes, excavators, and loaders.…
Construction Equipment Operator
Certificate or Vocational Training · $65,000
Operates heavy machinery to move earth, materials, and other objects on construction sites, ensuring projects are…
Construction Executive
Bachelor's Degree · $150,000
Oversees construction projects by managing teams, ensuring timely and within-budget completion, and coordinating…
Construction Foreman
Certificate or Vocational Training · $79,920
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of construction or extraction workers, ensuring projects are completed…
Construction Helper
High school diploma or equivalent · $38,000
Assists skilled tradespeople, such as carpenters, masons, and electricians, on construction sites. Duties include…
Construction Laborers
High School Diploma · $46,730
Perform tasks involving physical labor at construction sites. May operate hand and power tools of all types: air…
Construction Manager
Bachelor's degree (Construction Management/Civil Engineering) · $107,000
Plans, coordinates, and oversees construction projects from inception to completion, managing budgets, schedules,…
Construction Managers
Bachelor's Degree · $106,980
Plan, direct, or coordinate, usually through subordinate supervisory personnel, activities concerned with the…
Construction Project Manager (Real Estate Development)
Bachelor's in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Architecture; PMP certification valued · $105,000
Manages the construction phase of real estate development projects, overseeing contractors, budgets, schedules, quality…
Construction Supervisor
Associate's Degree · $85,000
Oversees and manages construction projects from conception to completion, ensuring adherence to safety standards,…
Construction Worker
High School Diploma · $50,000
Constructs, maintains, and repairs buildings and infrastructure. Performs a variety of tasks involving physical labor…
Continuous Mining Machine Operators
High School Diploma · $63,380
Operate self-propelled mining machines that rip coal, metal and nonmetal ores, rock, stone, or sand from the mine face…
Corporate Real Estate Manager
Bachelor's degree · $110,000
Manages a company's real estate portfolio, including property acquisition, disposition, leasing, and facility…
Crane Operator
High School Diploma · $65,000
Operates various types of cranes to lift, move, and position heavy materials and equipment on construction sites or in…
Crane Operators
High School Diploma · $68,080
Operate mechanical boom and cable or tower and cable equipment to lift and move materials, machines, or products in…
Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas
Less than High School · $62,740
Rig derrick equipment and operate pumps to circulate mud or fluid through drill hole.
Development Manager / Project Director (Real Estate)
Bachelor's in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or Real Estate; PMP or MRED helpful · $115,000
Manages the execution of real estate development projects from pre-construction through delivery, coordinating design…
Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers
Less than High School · $58,140
Apply plasterboard or other wallboard to ceilings or interior walls of buildings. Apply or mount acoustical tiles or…
Drywall Finisher
High School Diploma · $64,700
Prepares wall surfaces for painting by taping and coating joints, smoothing imperfections, and sanding to achieve a…
Drywall Installer
High School Diploma · $58,930
Installs and finishes drywall panels on walls and ceilings, ensuring smooth surfaces and proper insulation. Measures,…
Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas
High School Diploma · $59,600
Operate a variety of drills such as rotary, churn, and pneumatic to tap subsurface water and salt deposits, to remove…