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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...