https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer Construction Manager en-us 2022-05-12 18:56:47 UTC 2025-11-20 18:37:31 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f477-2640.png 10052213 https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2181802290 https://www.cmaanet.org/sites/default/files/inline-files/CMAA_CareerBrochure2017_v4_web.pdf]]> 2022-05-12 19:01:56 UTC https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2181802290 10052213 https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2181802653 Within California, there is no shortage of schools that offer amazing civil engineering programs and even some that directly offer degrees in construction management. some of the top engineering schools include UC Berkeley, Cal Poly SLO, and University of Southern California. 
According to the us bureau of labor stats, "
Construction managers typically need a bachelor's degree in construction, business, engineering or a related field." A degree higher than Bachelor's will always present a candidate as more suitable, but under no means is it required. With the right amount of schooling, one degree should be enough. The US bureau also comments that the courses included in these areas of study similarly pertain to "project control and management, design, construction methods and materials, and cost estimation". In summary, classes with business material, such as communications and money management, and classes with actual construction material are most useful when it comes to qualifying for the position of a construction manager.

]]> 2022-05-12 19:02:15 UTC https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2181802653 10052213 https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2181803082 The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) describes construction work as the 4th most dangerous job in the world. Construction managers have to constantly be looking out for their employees. but despite the danger, in the end it's worth it for the good future it can birth. (issues the career can remedy)]]> 2022-05-12 19:02:33 UTC https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2181803082 10052213 https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2181803433 Construction managers assist in encouraging the world to be more sustainable when building new or remodeling old infrastructure. The world is stated to be doomed in the near future, but as long as the leaders of certain industries, such as construction, enforce greener habits, it will help dwindle the severity of the world's circumstances.]]> 2022-05-12 19:02:53 UTC https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2181803433 10052213 https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2181803640 There is no doubt that the salary for a construction manager is very high. According to multiple sources, the average salary for a construction manager is about $130,000. 

The highest paying locations are states by the coast, east and west. In the west, the most high-paying cities are located between 1-3 hours from Gridley such as Roseville, San Francisco, and Walnut Creek. ]]> 2022-05-12 19:03:05 UTC https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2181803640 10052213 https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2181803739 Construction managers can live and work wherever. In fact, their team and them may even be contracted to different locations within the US and international locations. ]]> 2022-05-12 19:03:10 UTC https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2181803739 10052213 https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2181805781 According to Rachel Burger, construction managers can expect to wake up early to a day that encompasses:

• Planning, organizing, scheduling, directing, controlling, and finishing the construction firm’s projects
• Hiring and managing subcontractors and staff
• Preparing and submitting budgets
• Maximizing available resources, whether material or human
• Working with architects and engineers to optimize the final product
• Negotiating contracts and representing the firm at meetings
• Keeping construction workers safe
• Ensuring compliance with local and federal construction laws

]]> 2022-05-12 19:04:58 UTC https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2181805781 10052213 https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2181806383 Benefits:
- make lots of money

- is in high demand

- "build" a more sustainable future

- Universal occupation, is needed everywhere and is only getting more popular (us bureau of labor stats)

- allows me to travel to different locations, whether it's domestic or international

- it will immerse me in a core subject that I'm already really good at and only want to get better in: math

- I'll be able to work with any given size of corporation and network with notable individuals.

-Much room for career advancement

- May just get to oversee employees from an air conditioned office, though that's not what I want.

Drawbacks:
- Dangerous environment when on site of a project

- long, stressful hours of being on site; 40 hours a week

- constantly have to communicate with clients if the project is not on track to finish on time]]> 2022-05-12 19:05:31 UTC https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2181806383 10052213 https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2181818135 US Bureau of Labor Statistics:  gives stats about construction management https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/print/construction-managers.htm 

A day in the life of a construction manager: 
https://www.thebalancesmb.com/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-construction-manager-845349

Brochure all about construction management
https://www.cmaanet.org/sites/default/files/inline-files/CMAA_CareerBrochure2017_v4_web.pdf

Summary about the job of construction manager. https://www.cmaanet.org/about-us/what-construction-management 

creating sustainable infrastructure through construction management
https://www.british-assessment.co.uk/insights/what-is-sustainable-construction-and-why-is-it-important/

]]> 2022-05-12 19:15:14 UTC https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2181818135 10052213 https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2181819952 Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Construction Managers,
at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/construction-managers.htm (visited May 12, 2022).]]> 2022-05-12 19:16:46 UTC https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2181819952 10052213 https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2186072312
did you have a specifc career in mind?
- most graduate with the idea of working in mind in structural design 

there's a small percentage of ce's go into structural design because it requires its own certifications. lack of opportunities in certain areas. 

larger cities will have more opportunities and will likely pay more

she said that when sh went to school she had three girls in her classes for engineering 
still some inequality 

civil engineers should be flexible

benefits v drawbacks
-very demanding, yet rewarding

]]> 2022-05-16 16:49:42 UTC https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2186072312 10052213 https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2186265254 - Universal occupation, is needed everywhere and is only getting more popular (us bureau of labor stats)

- allows me to travel to different locations, whether it's domestic or international

- it will immerse me in a core subject that I'm already really good at and only want to get better in: math

- I'll be able to work with any given size of corporation and network with notable individuals. 

- I want to be able to do my part in making a more sustainable yet/and progressive future that includes the surrounding infrastructure. By being a part of the construction and engineering industry, I will be able to influence the world of construction and engineering to be more atmosphere-friendly and environmentally conscience.

Last but not least:
 - It's high paying and in demand]]> 2022-05-16 18:48:17 UTC https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2186265254 10052213 https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2186287954 While in college, students should be expected to gain on-site experience through courses of personal internships. Once hired to be on a team, aspiring construction managers will train with skilled managers to view operations. Typical training can last anywhere from 6 months to a full year.]]> 2022-05-16 19:04:21 UTC https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2186287954 10052213 https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2188173061 2022-05-17 18:51:52 UTC https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2188173061 10052213 https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2188194125 Yes. Most of the time different positions will require the same courses in college. The courses for all prospective workers are ones based on finances, communication/socialization, business, actual construction experience and knowledge, and safety in the field.]]> 2022-05-17 19:06:53 UTC https://padlet.com/10052213/DreamCareer/wish/2188194125