Construction Careers

Explore the skilled crafts

Explore the wide variety of construction careers. With opportunities ranging from STEM careers to tech jobs to crafts focused on artistry — you can find your perfect fit in the industry. Learn about in-demand construction careers, their salaries and education requirements below.

Construction Career Match

This personality quiz will match your strengths and interests with potential career fields in construction.

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Architect

Boilermaker

Carpenter

Civil Engineer

Concrete Finisher

Craft Laborer

Drywall Installer

Electrician

Framer

Glazier

Heavy Equipment Operator

HVACR Technician

Instrumentation Technician

Insulator

Ironworker

Mason

Millwright

Mobile Crane Operator

Painter

Pipefitter

Pipeline Technician

Plumber

Power Line Worker

Project Manager

Rigger

Roofer

Safety Professional

Scaffold Builder

Sheet Metal Worker

Solar Photovoltaic Installer

Sprinkler Fitter

Surveyor

Tower Crane Operator

Utility Field Technician

Welder

Wind Turbine Maintenance Technician

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CareerStarter

CareerStarter is a free online platform that leads students and job seekers beyond career exploration to direct connections with employers, educators, local training programs and job opportunities. It’s a connection hub designed to get people started on a career pathway in construction that aligns with their interests. 

Looking for Opportunities?

Kickstart your career journey with CareerStarter, where you can learn about the construction industry, explore the skilled crafts, create a profile, build your resume and apply to construction jobs. CareerStarter provides the resources to uncover new and exciting career pathways in one of the most in-demand industries.