Construction Managers salary in Chicago, Illinois

Salary distribution

Where Chicago construction managers fall on the wage curve.

Typical entry

• Education

  Bachelor's degree

• Experience

  5 years or more

• On-the-job training

  None

Top skills (O*NET)

• Building and Construction

  Knowledge

  4.9 / 5

• Administration and Management

  Knowledge

  4.3 / 5

• Engineering and Technology

  Knowledge

  4.2 / 5

• Information Ordering

  Ability

  4.1 / 5

• Coordination

  Technical

  4.0 / 5

• Management of Personnel Resources

  Technical

  4.0 / 5

• English Language

  Knowledge

  4.0 / 5

• Problem Sensitivity

  Ability

  4.0 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

1. 01

   Plan, schedule, or coordinate construction project activities to meet deadlines.

2. 02

   Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports, or cost tracking reports.

3. 03

   Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to representatives of the owner or developer, including administrative staff, workers, or clients.

4. 04

   Direct and supervise construction or related workers.

5. 05

   Prepare contracts or negotiate revisions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers, or subcontractors.

6. 06

   Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, or design professionals to discuss and resolve matters, such as work procedures, complaints, or construction problems.

7. 07

   Plan, organize, or direct activities concerned with the construction or maintenance of structures, facilities, or systems.

8. 08

   Study job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods.