The construction industry in the United States is one of the largest in the world, with a total revenue in 2018 of $2 trillion,* an estimated 3,186,774 businesses and over 10 million workers. Despite this, current challenges for the industry include a shortage of skilled labor, technology development and integration, and meeting standards compliance. Careers within this leading industry include construction and project managers, masons, plumbers, solar photovoltaic installers, architects and surveyors, electricians and engineers.
Highest paying jobs in construction include:
Superintendent, Project Manager and Senior Project Manager.