The construction industry is the nation’s largest single industry employing more people and contributing more money than any other single industry. With the increasing need for new schools, hospitals, housing and other commercial buildings, the industry will demand more quality workers to get the job done.

From skilled trade workers to designers and management positions to support staff, permanent, well-paying construction careers exist in all areas of the industry. Careers in the construction industry can be divided into four general categories: Skilled Trades, Management, Administration and Professional Support, and Design and Engineering.

Explore the various job opportunities within each category. Click on the following links to find out what each job entails, what you’ll need to know to jump start your own career and to see how much you could earn from a career in construction.