5 Tips for Becoming a Construction Manager in California

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5 Tips for Becoming a Construction Manager in
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(1) Research

• For many people, becoming a construction manager
  might seem like an impossible goal. However, with
  the right combination of ambition and hard work,
  you can make your dream of managing construction
  projects in California a reality. Here are five
  tips that will help you as you work toward your
  goal of becoming a construction manager in
  California.

These days, one of the most popular career
choices is becoming a construction manager. With
demand higher than ever before, you might be
wondering how to become one. While there are no
formal educational requirements for this
profession, its recommended that you have at
least a bachelors degree. This will provide you
with the knowledge and skills necessary to
succeed as a construction manager both on the
job and long-term when youre making decisions
about your future. You should also get certified
if possible obtaining any applicable
certifications demonstrates your commitment to
and knowledge of this field.
(2) Network And Be Humble
If you want to become a construction manager, one
of the first things youll need to do is find out
what qualities are required of this job. The
qualities that are generally regarded as
necessary and desirable by employers include
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• Creativity and design abilities
• Ability to think logically and solve problems
• Communication skills, both written and oral
• Judgment and decision-making ability
• Technical knowledge about construction methods,
  materials, equipment, processes, techniques,
  tools, codes, standards, and other regulations
• Familiarity with new developments in construction
  practices
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Experience working on projects from start to
  finish including budgeting/cost estimating
  experience
• Knowledge of building trades such as carpentry,
  electrical wiring, plumbing, or masonry
• Knowledge of contracting and legal aspects
  related to the construction industry
• Must be physically fit and able to lift heavy
  loads to 50 pounds
• Must be able to read blueprints
• Work outdoors at times during all seasons of the
  year weather extremes may be encountered when
  traveling to remote sites

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(3) Build Relationships

• You will have responsibility for managing staff
  and subcontractors and must motivate them to meet
  project deadlines
• Requires creativity, good judgment, analytical
  thinking skills, and strong communication skills

You may feel overwhelmed by the size of the
industry, but there are plenty of resources
available to guide you and help you navigate your
way. If youre just starting, be sure to build
relationships with other professionals such as
builders, architects, general contractors, and
more so that they will refer business to you when
opportunities arise. Consider attending training
seminars on topics like bidding and contract law
these can equip you with the necessary
knowledge for construction management. Keep track
of your accomplishments and demonstrate them to
others by talking about your past successes or
current projects let them know what sets you
apart from others in the same field.
(4) Become An Expert
Construction management is a critical aspect of
building and industrial construction.
Construction managers oversee the budget,
schedule, staffing, and quality of the building
or industrial construction projects.
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(5) Work On Your Business

• Although many companies now look to build their
  staff instead of relying on outside contractors,
  its still essential that they hire an
  experienced construction manager who can
  anticipate potential problems before they arise.
  And because of the heavy regulatory framework
  necessary to follow these days, firms need to
  find an expert who has the right mix of high
  standards and experience.
• One way to get your foot in the door as a
  contractor is by earning an engineering degree
  from one of Californias many reputable colleges
  or universities. When combined with skills gained
  through industry experience, graduates can become
  proficient enough to rise into management
  positions with competitive salaries and
  all-around benefits packages.

Construction managers oversee the construction
process and ensure quality standards are met.
Whether its residential or commercial, there is
always construction happening throughout the
year. While construction management requires
skills such as mathematics, engineering, and
business administration, most firms also require
years of experience working in the field before
you can become a manager. And if you want to work
on the West Coast specifically? Youll need even
more experience. Lets take a look at five tips
to help you get started!
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• 1) Create an extensive resume that includes any
  experience with this industry along with any
  education relevant to this field. Keep your cover
  letter concise (one page is best).
• Try to customize each cover letter by explaining
  how your past experiences fit into this specific
  position at this specific company. Dont make
  general statements like I am looking for a job or
  I have many years of experience. Give concrete
  examples from your resume to show why youre
  qualified for this position.
• 2) Send out resumes early and often! Many
  employers will not post their positions until
  weeks after they start searching, so it is
  important to send out those resumes right away.
• 3) Get involved in networking groups both online
  and offline Join LinkedIn groups related to your
  profession, attend meet-ups related to
  construction management near you, visit local job
  fairs related to construction management find
  opportunities where people who do what you do
  congregate so that they can introduce you around.

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• 4) Be persistent when it comes to finding a job
  Companies have different hiring processes, which
  means some companies may contact you sooner than
  others. To be hired, you may have to apply
  through multiple channels. Remember that it is
  okay to follow up with your employer about how
  the interview went this shows initiative and
  interest in getting the position.
• 5) If all else fails, move closer It may sound
  drastic but sometimes relocation may be necessary
  to achieve ones goals. The pay scales vary
  depending on region and location thus a
  construction manager would likely make less money
  outside of California than within California
  because costs of living are lower outside of CA
  than within CA.

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