Careers in Construction

Discover the rewards of a career in construction

The Crafts

You can make good money and experience job satisfaction. There are many careers in construction, including skilled craftworkers, superintendents, project managers, engineers, architects, general or subcontractor business owners, marketing professionals and more! To learn more about the wide array of construction careers, go to www.careers.nccer.org, www.getconstructive.com, or click on any of the professions listed below.

Foreman
Bricklayer
Carpenter
Cement Mason
Drywall Finisher/Taper
Electrician
Glazier
Iron Worker
Laborer
Operating Engineer/ Equipment Operator
Painter Paperhanger
Pipe Steamfitter
Plasterer
Plumber
Roofer
Sheetmetal Work
Survey/Field Engineer

College Grads

Constructor
Project Manager
Superintendent
Estimator
Construction/Project Engineer

Jobs listed above are just a sample of the careers available in the design-build industry. For more information or for help learning which career might suit you best, we suggest you go to www.careers.nccer.org, ,www.getconstructive.com, or visit Oregon's Apprenticeship and Training website.