Job Shadow: Project Manager
As a project manager, you will already be very familiar with the building process, as well as the culture of construction. You are the primary leader of a building project, responsible for planning and...
High School
Job Shadow: Project Supervisor
A construction superintendent manages day-to-day construction operations and is most commonly a high level craft professional. The superintendent is responsible for the quality of work and many times for...
Job Shadow: Electrician
Electricians usually have a wide range of skills that are necessary for almost every type of construction, both indoors and outdoors. They will install, maintain, and repair electrical power,...
Job Shadow: Pipefitter
A pipefitter, sometimes called a steamfitter, fits various piping that is often meant to deal with high pressure. It is common for a pipefitter to layout and design a piping system before executing the...
Job Shadow: Drywall Finishing
Drywall finishers might be asked to perform a variety of tasks on the job site that pertain to drywall, with their primary role being to hang, tape, mud, and sand drywall to remove seams and fill gaps....
Job Shadow: HVAC Technician
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) technicians maintain, repair, and install the systems that control the temperature and air quality in buildings. These systems have become more complex...
Job Shadow: Mason
Cement masons and concrete finishers work with a variety of masonry materials, including concrete, brick, and stone. They might be smoothing, leveling, and finishing freshly poured cement or installing...
Job Shadow: Iron Worker
Ironworkers lay and fabricate the structural steel framework for buildings, stadiums, bridges, and other structures. They possess very high technical skills, including welding and cutting steel,...
Job Shadow: Carpenter
The working environment for carpenters can be very diverse as some carpenters work with rough framing and others work with detailed trim. While constructing and repairing building frameworks and...
Job Shadow: Heavy Equipment Operator
Heavy equipment operators drive, maneuver, and control the heavy machinery used to construct roads, bridges, buildings, and other structures. This position typically requires a high school diploma and on...