Construction Managers
SOC Code: 11-9021 Job Zone 4: Considerable Preparation Needed
Plan, direct, or coordinate, usually through subordinate supervisory personnel, activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems. Participate in the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation. Includes managers in specialized construction fields, such as carpentry or plumbing.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Construction Managers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central East New York nonmetropolitan area | $83,491 | $121,222 | $158,954 | $196,685 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA | $100,859 | $132,642 | $164,403 | $196,186 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $108,618 | $134,992 | $161,346 | $187,720 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $92,976 | $123,760 | $154,544 | $185,328 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $112,258 | $136,552 | $160,846 | $185,141 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $86,944 | $119,496 | $152,069 | $184,621 |
| Anchorage, AK | $102,170 | $129,542 | $156,915 | $184,288 |
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $94,224 | $123,157 | $152,090 | $181,022 |
| Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area | $96,866 | $124,862 | $152,880 | $180,877 |
| East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area | $88,067 | $117,104 | $146,162 | $175,198 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| DPR Construction, A General Partnership | 122 | $106,274 |
| TESLA, INC. | 98 | $136,082 |
| Trenmor LLC | 93 | $123,658 |
| M. A. Mortenson Company | 74 | $117,774 |
| Cumming Management Group, Inc. | 60 | $133,776 |
| Black & Veatch Corporation | 34 | $97,144 |
| Turner Construction Company | 28 | $133,818 |
| Suffolk Construction Company, Inc. | 25 | $117,953 |
| Turner & Townsend, Inc. | 25 | $160,712 |
| WSP USA Inc. | 25 | $108,810 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 118 | $109,129 |
| 2021 | 181 | $114,303 |
| 2022 | 204 | $114,577 |
| 2023 | 581 | $488,262 |
| 2024 | 999 | $466,691 |
| 2025 | 1,332 | $388,248 |
| 2026 | 206 | $131,307 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Judgment and Decision Making | 4.1 | |
| Management of Personnel Resources | 4.1 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 4.0 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 4.0 | |
| Coordination | 4.0 | |
| Time Management | 4.0 | |
| Active Learning | 3.9 | |
| Negotiation | 3.9 | |
| Monitoring | 3.9 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Building and Construction | 4.7 |
| Administration and Management | 4.2 |
| Mathematics | 4.0 |
| Engineering and Technology | 4.0 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.9 |
| Mechanical | 3.8 |
| Production and Processing | 3.8 |
| Economics and Accounting | 3.8 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 40.0% |
| High school diploma | 15.0% |
| Some college | 15.0% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 10.0% |
| Associate's degree | 10.0% |
| Less than high school | 5.0% |
| Doctoral degree | 5.0% |
Typical Tasks
- Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, or design professionals to discuss and resolve matters, such as work procedures, complaints, or construction problems.
- Plan, organize, or direct activities concerned with the construction or maintenance of structures, facilities, or systems.
- Determine labor requirements for dispatching workers to construction sites.
- Inspect or review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes or other regulations.
- Study job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods.
- Requisition supplies or materials to complete construction projects.
- Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports, or cost tracking reports.
- Develop or implement quality control programs.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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