Skills
1. Communication
2. Attention to detail
3. Team working
4. Accuracy
5. Problem solving
6. Leadership skills
7. The ability to motivate a team
8. Decision-making skills
9. Organisational and planning skills
10. Maths and IT skills
Qualifications
There are a number of ways you can become a Construction Manager, as a minimum you will need 4 or more GCSEs grades A-C (9-4) and a minimum of 2 A Levels or BTEC equivalent.
Level 3
You can study a BTEC Subsidiary or Extended Diploma in Construction & the Built Environment or an Advanced Level 3 Apprenticeship in Construction Contracting Operations.
Level 4, 5 & 6
You can study a HNC, HND, Higher Apprenticeship or Degree in Construction and the Built Environment or other related subjects.
Salary
Newly trained construction managers can earn £25,000 - £35,000
Trained construction managers with some experience can earn £35,000 - £48,000
Senior, chartered or master construction managers can earn £48,000 - £60,000
Self-employed construction managers set their own pay rates