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ARCHITECTURE, CONSTRUCTION & URBAN PLANNING

Site manager

Oversee construction projects by managing timelines, budgets, and safety standards while collaborating with contractors and engineers.

50 000 – 130 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
Bachelor's degree
Education level
00
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
1-3 years
Market tension
Moderate to high
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
1-3 years
Market tension
Moderate to high
Intl. mobility
Rare

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
50 000 – 70 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
70 000 – 95 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
95 000 – 130 000 USD/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — United States

Entry into the profession often begins with internships or assistant roles on construction sites, progressing through experience and additional certifications.

Training — United States

Site managers generally hold a bachelor's degree in construction management or civil engineering, supplemented by certifications such as OSHA Safety and PMP.

Practical experience on construction sites is crucial.

The job market — United States

The demand for site managers is moderate to high, driven by ongoing construction and infrastructure projects.

Employment is concentrated in construction companies and real estate development firms.

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