ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION

The construction industry plays a significant role in our economy. A developing economy means specific goals must be met to respond to increased housing needs and create new infrastructure upgrades and improvements. If you're someone who loves getting your hands dirty and solving problems, this could be the perfect career for you!

Questions
  • Do you like being outdoors?
  • Do you get satisfaction from building something with your own hands?
  • Do you enjoy being part of a team that others depend on?
Career Pathways

The construction field has three general career pathways:

  • Design (Preconstruction): Individuals who develop detailed plans for building structures, including homes, roads and bridges, such as architects.
  • Construction: Individuals who implement construction designs, building and remodeling all types of structures, such as carpenters, electricians and plumbers.
  • Maintenance and Operations: Individuals who manage the placement and management of machines and equipment, such as refrigeration mechanics.
What It Takes
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Leadership
Shield emblazoned with a checkmark
Integrity
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Ability to Multitask
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Teamwork & Coordination
Puzzle pieces fitting together
Problem-Solving
Education-Career-Income: Architecture and Construction
occupation
required education
Salary Range
Construction Managers
Bachelor's Degree
$65,259 - $144,977
Cost Estimators
Bachelor's Degree
$40,365 - $81,177
Architects, Except Landscape and Naval
Bachelor's Degree
$46,151 - $111,851
Civil Engineers
Bachelor's Degree
$58,712 - $121,996
Interior Designers
Bachelor's Degree
$36,202 - $76,768
Surveying and Mapping Technicians
Associate Degree
$32,557 - $52,676
Architectural and Civil Drafters
Associate Degree
$42,095 - $66,948
First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers
Some College, No Degree
$35,893 - $60,885
First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers
Some College, No Degree
$46,950 - $80,596
Carpenters
Certificate
$34,647 - $51,892
Electricians
Certificate
$38,189 - $56,964
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
Certificate
$36,014 - $55,239
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
Certificate
$35,332 - $56,410
Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers
Certificate
$45,061 - $ 85,302
Source: 2024 Florida CareerSource
For more information, visit Florida Department of Education CTE Frameworks