Construction Managers

Construction managers work both indoors and outdoors. They typically work out of a central office, but spend a considerable amount of time at job sites. Although this career is not considered hazardous, job sites can be dirty and cluttered with tools, equipment, and construction debris.

Construction managers often travel between job sites—some of which may be located great distances from one another. Some managers get the opportunity to oversee projects in other regions of the United States or even in other countries.

Managers work irregular hours and are often on call 24 hours a day to respond to emergencies, work stoppages due to weather delays, or to meet project deadlines.