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Construction Managers

SOC 11-9021.00Job Zone 4 · Considerable Preparationv.26.05

Context coveredThis framework covers construction management practice from entry-level field compliance and scheduling support through executive-level portfolio governance, workforce leadership, and enterprise contract strategy across commercial, residential, and large-scale infrastructure project environments.

Sources:O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.SkillsCrosswalkSkillsCrosswalk — O*NET enrichment + adjacency index. Opens in new tab.
Emerging
Entry / Apprentice
  1. Building and safety codes — identify and reference applicable regulations during site walkthroughs under the direction of a senior construction manager.
  2. Project schedules and calendar software — enter task durations and dependencies under supervision to support deadline tracking on active construction sites.
  3. Budget estimate worksheets — compile labor and material cost data into draft estimates using spreadsheet tools under close managerial review.
  4. Quality control checklists — apply pre-established inspection protocols at designated milestones on residential or light commercial projects.
  5. Construction workers and crew leads — relay daily task assignments and safety instructions under the guidance of a project superintendent.
  6. Labor requirement logs — calculate basic crew sizes needed for routine trade activities using standard staffing formulas provided by supervisors.
  7. Project management software — input progress updates, milestone completions, and resource allocations as directed on assigned project modules.
  8. Subcontractor documentation — review contracts and scope-of-work documents for completeness and flag discrepancies to senior staff for resolution.
  9. Technical drawings and specifications — read and interpret standard construction documents to verify field conditions align with design intent.
  10. Verbal and written communications — prepare meeting notes and progress summaries for distribution to project team members under managerial direction.
Developing
Mid-level / Established
  1. Building code compliance inspections — conduct routine site reviews across multiple trade disciplines, documenting deficiencies and initiating corrective actions with limited oversight.
  2. Quality control programs — implement established QC procedures, track non-conformances, and verify closure of corrective actions on mid-scale commercial projects.
  3. Construction activity schedules — develop and maintain CPM-based project schedules using scheduling software, adjusting sequences to address emerging delays in familiar site conditions.
  4. Progress and cost tracking reports — prepare and submit periodic budget variance and earned-value reports to owners and stakeholders using project management software.
  5. Subcontractor and craft crews — supervise daily field operations, resolve work-sequence conflicts, and enforce safety requirements across multiple trades on site.
  6. Labor dispatch plans — analyze trade workflow demands and issue crew deployment schedules aligned with project phase requirements and available workforce capacity.
  7. Owner and design-team meetings — participate in project coordination meetings, raise construction concerns, and document agreed resolutions for distribution to field teams.
  8. Subcontract agreements — review subcontractor proposals, negotiate scope and schedule terms, and process contract amendments within delegated authority limits.
  9. CAD and document management software — retrieve, mark up, and distribute revised drawings and submittals to ensure field teams work from current design documents.
  10. Risk identification logs — recognize and escalate common project risks related to schedule, cost, and safety to the project manager with supporting data.
Proficient
Senior / Expert IC
  1. Regulatory compliance programs — autonomously oversee inspection regimens across all project phases, resolving code interpretation issues directly with inspectors and authorities having jurisdiction.
  2. Project-wide quality management plans — design, deploy, and continuously improve QC systems covering materials testing, inspection hold points, and subcontractor quality requirements on large commercial builds.
  3. Integrated master schedules — develop multi-phase, resource-loaded project schedules, identify and mitigate critical-path risks, and resequence work to recover schedule on complex construction projects.
  4. Cost control and budget reporting — independently prepare detailed budget estimates, manage contingency reserves, and deliver cost-to-complete forecasts to ownership groups on projects exceeding several million dollars.
  5. Full project workforce — direct and evaluate the performance of superintendents, field engineers, and subcontractor foremen, applying progressive discipline and recognition practices across the full project team.
  6. Workforce planning analyses — model labor demand curves against subcontractor capacity and market availability, negotiating procurement strategies to maintain optimal site staffing throughout the project lifecycle.
  7. Multi-party dispute resolution — lead negotiations among owners, architects, consultants, and contractors to resolve design conflicts, change orders, and claims, documenting outcomes in formal correspondence.
  8. Prime and subcontract negotiations — draft, negotiate, and execute contract amendments, bond requirements, and insurance provisions with consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors within full project authority.
  9. Systems analysis for constructability — evaluate design documents, specifications, and sequencing logic to identify constructability issues before work begins, recommending value-engineered solutions to design teams.
  10. Analytical and compliance software — leverage integrated project controls platforms to perform trend analyses, forecast schedule and cost outcomes, and generate executive-ready reports for owner presentations.
Advanced
Lead / Principal / Executive
  1. Organizational safety and compliance strategy — establish company-wide building-code compliance frameworks and safety management systems, ensuring consistent regulatory adherence across an entire portfolio of concurrent projects.
  2. Enterprise quality management systems — design and institutionalize QC standards, audit protocols, and continuous-improvement processes that elevate quality performance across all divisions and project types.
  3. Portfolio-level master planning — direct the integrated scheduling and resource-allocation strategy for multiple simultaneous large-scale construction programs, setting organizational capacity thresholds and delivery priorities.
  4. Capital budget governance — set financial performance targets, approve project budgets at the program level, and lead executive reporting on cost performance, profitability, and risk exposure to boards or ownership groups.
  5. Construction workforce leadership — recruit, mentor, and retain senior project managers and superintendents, creating career development pathways and succession plans that sustain organizational talent pipelines.
  6. Strategic labor and contractor relations — negotiate enterprise-level agreements with trade unions, major subcontractors, and staffing agencies, shaping workforce availability and cost structures across multi-year project pipelines.
  7. Executive stakeholder engagement — represent the organization in high-stakes negotiations and dispute proceedings with clients, government agencies, and joint-venture partners, safeguarding company interests and relationships.
  8. Contractual risk and procurement leadership — establish standard contract templates, bonding strategies, and procurement policies that protect organizational interests across diverse project delivery methods including CM-at-risk and design-build.
  9. Technology and innovation adoption — evaluate and mandate deployment of emerging construction technologies — including BIM, cloud-based collaboration platforms, and data analytics tools — to drive productivity and competitive advantage.
  10. Organizational culture and ethics — model leadership behaviors aligned with integrity, dependability, and stress resilience, embedding these work styles into performance expectations and professional development programs across the firm.

AI-at-Work Competency Framework

Sources:Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab.Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab.WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab.
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Authoritative source data identified for 998 occupations

How a worker at each mastery level uses, directs, and evaluates AI tools in this occupation. Each statement cites its evidence inline; click a citation chip to verify the source.

Emerging
  1. AI-assisted report drafting — submits budget estimates and progress reports to an AI tool for initial formatting and calculation checks, then reviews outputs before submission to stakeholders Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  2. Schedule generation support — prompts an AI tool to produce draft project timelines from provided milestones, then cross-checks the output against site constraints and subcontractor availability Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
Developing
  1. Compliance monitoring delegation — directs an AI assistant to scan project documentation against applicable building codes and safety regulations, then personally verifies flagged discrepancies on site Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  2. Quality control program drafting — uses an AI tool to generate initial quality control checklists and procedures from project specifications, then refines them based on site-specific judgment Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  3. Cost tracking automation — feeds expenditure data into an AI tool to generate variance analyses and forecast summaries, retaining final sign-off on all budget decisions Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
Proficient
  1. Multi-task coordination orchestration — directs an AI assistant through iterative scheduling conflicts across subcontractor crews, validating each proposed resolution against contract deadlines and resource constraints Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Personnel resource planning — instructs an AI tool to model crew allocation scenarios across concurrent project phases, then applies managerial judgment to select and adjust the preferred staffing plan Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  3. Risk identification synthesis — tasks an AI assistant with aggregating site inspection logs, incident reports, and regulatory updates into a prioritized risk register, then leads team review of the final output Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
Advanced
  1. Complex problem-solving with AI-augmented decision support — integrates AI-generated scenario analyses into high-stakes project decisions—such as scope changes or contractor disputes—while maintaining accountability for all judgments that carry legal or safety consequence Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. AI workflow governance — establishes project-level protocols specifying which construction management tasks are routed to AI tools, which require human sign-off, and how AI outputs are documented for compliance purposes, reflecting an autonomous AI interaction rate calibrated to the complexity of field conditions Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  3. Cross-project AI performance evaluation — audits AI tool outputs across multiple concurrent projects to identify systematic errors in cost forecasting or scheduling, then updates prompting standards and tool selection criteria for the broader project management team Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Evidence pack
AEI usage
Task observations: 275
Augment share: 27.5%
Time saved: 81.7%
AI autonomy: 3.23
SAFI positioning
Top skill: Judgment and Decision Making
Score: 60 / 100
precision: category_estimate
WEF cluster
Human-Technology Interaction
human_technology_interaction
Sources:Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab.Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab.WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab.

Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework

Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Ten durable-skill domains mapped to four proficiency/role levels for each occupation. Each statement is aligned to the Pathsmith taxonomy, derived from trusted grounding data and mapped to occupation-specific O*NET tasks and skills.

1Communication11 statements
Emerging
  1. Project status summaries — drafts written progress reports covering task completion and basic budget variance for internal review Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Subcontractor instructions — conveys daily work assignments and site expectations to crew leads using clear verbal direction O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Stakeholder correspondence — composes contract-related emails and meeting notes addressing owner inquiries and scope clarifications Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Site safety briefings — delivers toolbox talk content to mixed-trade crews adapting technical language to audience comprehension level Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Regulatory documentation — prepares written compliance reports for building and safety code inspections with accurate supporting detail O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Budget and cost reporting — prepares and submits detailed budget estimates and cost-tracking reports to owners and executives with precision and clarity O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Dispute resolution dialogue — leads structured conversations with architects, consultants, and subcontractors to resolve construction problems and work procedure conflicts Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Contract negotiation communication — articulates project requirements and revision rationale clearly during contractual discussions with suppliers and design professionals O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Executive project briefings — presents complex multi-phase construction program status to ownership groups and boards, translating technical risk into business impact Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-stakeholder communication strategy — establishes communication protocols and reporting cadences across owners, contractors, inspectors, and design teams for an entire project portfolio Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Mentored reporting culture — coaches project engineers and field superintendents on technical writing and verbal communication standards for professional documentation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
2Leadership11 statements
Emerging
  1. Crew task delegation — assigns daily construction tasks to workers under supervision, monitoring initial progress and reporting completion status O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Labor dispatch coordination — assists in determining labor requirements and communicating workforce needs to site supervisors O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Superintendent oversight — directs and supervises construction workers across a single trade or phase, holding crew accountable to schedule and quality expectations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Project team motivation — fosters a productive site culture by recognizing worker contributions and addressing performance issues promptly Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Quality program implementation — leads field teams through execution of quality control procedures, ensuring inspection checkpoints are completed as planned O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Multi-trade workforce leadership — manages personnel resources across multiple subcontractor crews simultaneously, balancing productivity with safety and schedule compliance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Owner and stakeholder accountability — takes responsibility for project outcomes in client-facing meetings, providing transparent updates on schedule, cost, and risk Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Site-level decision authority — makes binding decisions on construction sequencing, resource reallocation, and problem resolution without escalation in standard field conditions O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Program-level leadership — directs multiple simultaneous construction projects through a team of subordinate managers, setting strategic priorities and performance standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Leadership pipeline development — identifies high-potential field supervisors and provides structured mentorship to advance them into project management roles Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Organizational change leadership — champions adoption of new construction delivery methods, safety standards, or technology platforms across an entire division or firm Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
3Metacognition9 statements
Emerging
  1. Personal knowledge gap recognition — identifies unfamiliar building codes or construction methods and seeks guidance from senior managers or technical references Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Estimating self-check — reviews own budget calculations and schedule inputs for errors before submission to project stakeholders Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Decision reflection practice — reviews past site decisions after project milestones to identify what information was missing and how judgment could improve Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Learning strategy adaptation — adjusts approach to mastering new trade knowledge, contract law, or technology tools based on feedback from project outcomes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Pre-construction cognitive planning — systematically maps known risks, information gaps, and decision dependencies before mobilizing a complex project Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Performance monitoring self-regulation — tracks own scheduling and cost management effectiveness against project benchmarks and adjusts work habits accordingly Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Bias awareness in hiring and assignments — recognizes and corrects for personal assumptions when evaluating subcontractor bids or assigning labor to specialized tasks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Metacognitive mentorship — teaches project engineers and field supervisors structured reflection techniques to improve their own planning and problem-solving accuracy Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Systemic learning integration — synthesizes lessons learned across a portfolio of completed projects into updated estimating models, risk registers, and training materials Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
4Critical Thinking11 statements
Emerging
  1. Code compliance review — examines project documentation against building and safety code requirements, flagging apparent discrepancies for supervisor review O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Basic RFI analysis — evaluates requests for information from subcontractors, identifying whether clarification requires design professional input or field resolution O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Change order evaluation — analyzes subcontractor change order requests for legitimacy, pricing accuracy, and schedule impact before approving or disputing O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Schedule variance diagnosis — examines delay causes using look-ahead schedules and production records to distinguish controllable from external factors Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Bid comparison analysis — evaluates competing subcontractor bids against scope documents, identifying omissions, assumptions, and unit-cost anomalies O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Complex problem resolution — applies structured root-cause analysis to recurring construction defects, productivity failures, or safety incidents to develop corrective action plans Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Risk-based decision making — weighs evidence from inspections, weather forecasts, labor availability, and supply chain data to make schedule and sequencing decisions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Contract interpretation — analyzes contract language, drawings, and specifications to resolve scope disputes with subcontractors and design professionals O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Portfolio risk assessment — critically evaluates risk exposure across multiple simultaneous projects, prioritizing resource and management attention based on probabilistic impact analysis Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Construction methodology challenge — questions inherited project delivery assumptions and evaluates alternative methods, materials, or sequences to improve cost, quality, or schedule outcomes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Critical thinking framework deployment — embeds structured analytical protocols into project team workflows, raising the quality of field decision-making organization-wide Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
5Collaboration11 statements
Emerging
  1. Trade coordination participation — attends coordination meetings between mechanical, electrical, and structural trades, contributing observations and relaying information to supervisors Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Owner team interaction — responds to owner and client inquiries in a professional, cooperative manner under direction of senior project management O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Design team collaboration — works jointly with architects and engineers during constructability reviews, contributing field perspective to resolve design conflicts Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Subcontractor relationship management — establishes cooperative working relationships with subcontractor foremen to align sequencing, access, and resource sharing on shared work areas O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Inter-department coordination — collaborates with estimating, procurement, and safety departments to ensure project plans reflect accurate cost and compliance inputs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Multi-stakeholder project conferencing — facilitates regular project meetings with owners, contractors, inspectors, and design professionals, navigating competing priorities to maintain project momentum Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Conflict navigation across trades — mediates disputes between subcontractors over work sequencing, space access, or scope boundaries, achieving resolution without schedule loss Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Owner partnership management — builds sustained collaborative relationships with repeat clients, integrating their operational priorities into project planning and execution O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Integrated project team leadership — creates a unified project culture across owner, designer, contractor, and subcontractor organizations on large-scale construction programs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Industry collaboration advancement — participates in cross-company working groups, trade associations, or public agency partnerships to improve construction standards and practices Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Collaborative conflict resolution mentorship — trains junior managers in principled negotiation and group facilitation techniques for managing complex multi-party construction disputes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
6Character11 statements
Emerging
  1. Safety code adherence — follows building and safety regulations on site without exception, reporting observed violations to supervisory personnel immediately Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Accurate record keeping — maintains honest and complete daily logs, inspection records, and time sheets even when data reflects unfavorable project performance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Transparent cost reporting — submits budget estimates and cost tracking reports that accurately reflect actual expenditures, including overruns, without distortion Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Ethical subcontractor dealings — maintains consistent and fair treatment of subcontractors during bid review, contract execution, and payment processing Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Accountability for field decisions — owns the outcomes of site management decisions, communicating mistakes and corrective actions directly to project stakeholders Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Regulatory compliance integrity — enforces full compliance with building codes, environmental regulations, and labor laws across all project personnel without compromise Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Client trust stewardship — manages owner funds, contract terms, and project information with complete transparency and fiduciary responsibility Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Professional conduct under pressure — maintains composed, respectful, and principled conduct during high-stakes disputes, schedule crises, or safety emergencies Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Ethics standard setting — establishes and enforces firm-wide conduct expectations for procurement, safety reporting, and subcontractor treatment, modeling integrity at every level Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Whistleblower-capable accountability — identifies and reports fraudulent billing, safety falsification, or regulatory violations by any party, including superiors or clients Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Industry reputation leadership — builds a professional reputation grounded in consistent ethical practice that attracts quality subcontractors, clients, and talent to the organization Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
7Creativity11 statements
Emerging
  1. Workaround ideation — proposes alternative material substitutions or access solutions when standard approaches are blocked by supply delays or site constraints Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Schedule gap problem solving — suggests adjusted task sequencing options to supervisors when original schedule assumptions become invalid O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Value engineering contribution — identifies construction method or material alternatives that maintain specification compliance while reducing cost or improving schedule Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Quality program innovation — adapts standard quality control checklists and inspection sequences to address unique project conditions or novel building systems O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Site logistics design — develops creative laydown yard configurations, crane placement plans, and traffic flow strategies for constrained urban or industrial sites Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Construction problem invention — designs novel field solutions to unforeseen structural, mechanical, or sequencing conflicts that arise mid-project without design precedent Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Procurement strategy creativity — structures phased or alternative procurement approaches that secure scarce materials or specialty subcontractors in competitive market conditions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Delivery method experimentation — evaluates and pilots alternative project delivery methods such as design-build or IPD on appropriate projects to improve outcomes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Systemic construction innovation — introduces new building technologies, prefabrication methods, or digital workflow tools that transform project delivery capabilities across the firm Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Creative contracting structures — designs contract frameworks that align incentives, share risk equitably, and enable collaborative innovation among project participants Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Innovation culture building — creates organizational conditions where field superintendents and engineers are empowered and expected to generate and test new construction approaches Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
8Growth Mindset11 statements
Emerging
  1. Feedback receptivity — accepts correction from senior managers on estimate errors, schedule miscalculations, or field decisions and applies changes without defensiveness Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Unfamiliar system learning — engages with new building systems, contract types, or project management software with effort and inquiry rather than avoidance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Post-project learning — participates in after-action reviews following project completion, extracting concrete lessons to apply to future scheduling, budgeting, or crew management Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Certification and credential pursuit — actively advances technical knowledge through construction management coursework, code training, or professional credentialing programs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Challenge project acceptance — volunteers for complex or unfamiliar project types as opportunities to develop new competencies in building systems, delivery methods, or markets Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Setback reframing — responds to project delays, budget overruns, or inspection failures by analyzing causes and redirecting team effort rather than assigning blame Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Continuous process improvement — systematically updates estimating templates, safety protocols, and scheduling methods based on performance data from completed projects Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Mentee development investment — dedicates time to developing less experienced project managers, viewing their growth as a measure of personal professional effectiveness Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Organizational learning leadership — builds firm-wide systems for capturing, sharing, and applying project lessons across all teams, making growth a structural rather than individual practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Industry knowledge advancement — contributes original insights to construction management practice through conference presentations, publications, or standards committee participation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Disruptive challenge embrace — pursues the most organizationally significant and technically complex projects as vehicles for personal and team mastery development Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
9Mindfulness11 statements
Emerging
  1. Site attention calibration — maintains focused observation during site walkthroughs, noticing safety hazards, workmanship defects, and schedule deviations without distraction Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Emotional awareness in conflict — recognizes personal frustration during disputes with subcontractors or inspectors and pauses before responding Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Intentional meeting facilitation — enters project meetings with a defined agenda and deliberate communication goals, managing personal reactions to contentious discussion Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Stress response regulation — maintains operational effectiveness during overlapping project crises, safety incidents, or deadline compression through deliberate attention management Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Worker well-being attentiveness — notices early indicators of crew fatigue, morale decline, or interpersonal conflict on site and responds before productivity or safety is compromised Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. High-stakes decision composure — maintains calm, systematic thinking during emergencies, budget crises, or major schedule collapses, preventing reactive decisions that compound project damage Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Active listening discipline — gives full, undivided attention to owner complaints, inspector findings, and subcontractor concerns, comprehending issues completely before responding Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Intentional prioritization — reviews competing demands each day with deliberate focus, allocating personal attention to highest-impact activities rather than reacting to noise Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Organizational mindfulness modeling — demonstrates and teaches present-moment awareness and emotional regulation practices that improve decision quality across the project management team Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Crisis environment grounding — anchors project teams in calm, factual, present-focused communication during major construction failures, legal disputes, or safety emergencies Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Stakeholder attunement — reads subtle shifts in owner confidence, subcontractor morale, or inspector posture and responds proactively before relationships deteriorate Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
10Fortitude11 statements
Emerging
  1. Adverse condition persistence — continues productive field management through weather delays, material shortages, or crew absenteeism without abandoning schedule targets Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Criticism tolerance — receives negative inspection findings or owner complaints without withdrawal, redirecting energy toward corrective action Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Schedule recovery commitment — sustains concentrated effort to rebuild project schedule following significant delays, maintaining team momentum through an extended recovery period Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Safety enforcement courage — enforces stop-work orders and safety requirements against resistant subcontractors or production-pressured owners without capitulation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Budget crisis navigation — manages project operations under severe cost pressure without compromising quality or safety standards, finding legitimate savings through disciplined analysis Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Litigation and dispute endurance — maintains professional effectiveness and project leadership during protracted contract disputes, claims processes, or regulatory investigations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Multi-front crisis management — sustains performance across simultaneous project crises including safety incidents, design failures, and owner conflicts without collapse of management function Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Unpopular decision execution — implements workforce reductions, subcontractor terminations, or scope reductions when project viability demands it, accepting relational cost Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Program-level resilience — guides an entire construction program through catastrophic disruptions such as economic downturns, major site accidents, or regulatory shutdowns, preserving organizational capacity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Courageous advocacy — publicly challenges unsafe client demands, unrealistic schedules, or unethical practices imposed by owners or executives, accepting professional risk to protect project integrity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Fortitude culture cultivation — builds a project team culture where persistence, accountability, and courage under pressure are recognized, rewarded, and developed as organizational strengths Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Related titles
Construction Manager · Bridges and Buildings Supervisor · Commercial Construction Project Manager · Commercial Construction Superintendent · Commercial Superintendent · Concrete Foreman · Construction Area Manager · Construction Coordinator · Construction Director · Construction Foreman · Construction Management Supervisor · Construction Project Manager
RAPIDS apprenticeships
0238 · Construction Manager
O*NET skills
Judgment and Decision MakingManagement of Personnel ResourcesCritical ThinkingCoordinationComplex Problem SolvingActive ListeningTime ManagementActive LearningMonitoringNegotiationReading ComprehensionSpeakingWritingSystems AnalysisManagement of Financial ResourcesSystems EvaluationSocial PerceptivenessMathematicsManagement of Material ResourcesQuality Control AnalysisLearning StrategiesPersuasionInstructingService OrientationOperations Analysis
Knowledge domains
Building and ConstructionAdministration and ManagementMathematicsEngineering and TechnologyCustomer and Personal ServiceMechanicalProduction and ProcessingEconomics and AccountingPublic Safety and SecurityDesignPersonnel and Human ResourcesEnglish LanguageAdministrativeComputers and ElectronicsEducation and TrainingLaw and GovernmentSales and Marketing
Abilities
Problem SensitivityInformation OrderingDeductive ReasoningWritten ComprehensionOral ComprehensionOral ExpressionVisualizationWritten ExpressionNear VisionSpeech Clarity
Work styles
Leadership OrientationDependabilityIntegrityAttention to DetailPerseveranceStress Tolerance
Technology
Word processing softwareDocument management softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareCalendar and scheduling softwareAnalytical or scientific softwareComputer aided design CAD softwareData base user interface and query softwareProject management softwareCompliance softwareCloud-based data access and sharing software
Tasks · seed anchors for statements
  1. Inspect or review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes or other regulations.
  2. Develop or implement quality control programs.
  3. Plan, schedule, or coordinate construction project activities to meet deadlines.
  4. Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports, or cost tracking reports.
  5. Direct and supervise construction or related workers.
  6. Determine labor requirements for dispatching workers to construction sites.
  7. Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, or design professionals to discuss and resolve matters, such as work procedures, complaints, or construction problems.
  8. Prepare contracts or negotiate revisions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers, or subcontractors.
CIP education codes
15.100144.040252.010152.020152.020552.200152.200252.2099

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