Construction Manager Career Guide and Counseling

Question: Construction Manager? I'm friendly with some people who want houses built and a lot of real estate agents who sell vacant lots and houses that are gorgeous but are torn down and rebuilt. I'm friendly with a few builders. I want to set up the home buyer directly, or through the real estate agent, with the builder and and I would like some consideration for it. I don't know if it's a percentage or how it works. I don't know a lot (anything) about construction but I learn quickly and one of the builders invited me to his sites and offered to show the ropes. Eventually when I'm more knowledgeable I'd like to hold the home buyers' hand from concept to fruition. What's the title of the guy that brings the builder and the home buyer together? What's his cut? And how does that compare to a construction manager? What books can I read and what steps do I take? If I start a business what does my business model look like?

Answer: Sounds like you should start out by getting your real estate license. They are typically the ones to put together a deal. Then you may want to go to work for a larger builder who has a sales staff. There you can be a client contact for the custom homes you sell. If you are bright and pay attention, you should be able to learn enough to figure out what it is exactly you want to do and how to do it. You may find out that you should go back to school and study architecture. Architects also hand hold the client from beginning to end on upper end custom homes. The downside to being an architect is that there is a lot more work to it than just dressing up and driving around in a fancy car. And the money is not as good. Good luck.

Question: What is the salary of a Construction Manager in Australia? Is there great damand for construction managers in Australia and what is the difference between a construction manager and a project manager. What are their roles and which one has a higher salary?

Answer: If you check out the following salary comparison site for Australians it may help you- they do have a 'Building & Construction' category, but the site is just new so they are still building up their salary data .. so perhaps one to watch: http://www.livesalary.com.au Cheers, Des

Question: What would i major in to become a construction manager? I am looking at colleges and i want to be a construction manager. But im not sure what i would major in to purcue it. I know that business managment is good but i also need to lear about construction and all the works of that trade. PLEASE help i need to find a college. ( Florida costal area )

Answer: construction management,civil engineering, civil engineering tech...i would go for business til ure masters

Question: What are the jobs you can get as a construction manager? I know being a construction manager is kind like a general contractor but what are the other jobs you can get as a construction manager?

Answer: Well, you can check out your options by browsing a free classified ads website such as http://www.stumblehere.com. They have a lot of jobs available and you can search in your area, too. For their direct link to jobs, go to http://stumblehere.com/search/subject-jo…

Question: what city would be the best to become a construction manager? i need to know where to be a construction manager. so i need a city that would be the best(like how much they pay)

Answer: This may also be referred to as a "Project Manager" in some companies. Usually employed by "General Contractors" accepting "bids" on construction projects. GC's acquire "blue prints", requirements necessary, specific materials, etc. GC's employee professional personnel whose job is to "get the numbers" and submitted to their company's management submitting final "bid" to client. Sub-contractors, supply/material companies, electricians, plumbers, etc. are ALL contacted for their quotes in areas of expertise, the GC adds in their "profits", time frames proposed, and hopefully "bid" is accepted. Spread sheets are attached to the "bid" making it an easy way for a potential client to review, compare, analyze. Preferred vendors may get the "bid" no matter if "higher" or due to past, satisfied, performance. YOU MUST be knowledgeable in "construction", know how to read "blue prints", know how to be customer friendly, be a "leader" with the sub-contractors, know how to inspect "jobs" as completed, and the list continues, a LOT to know and learn. Atlanta where I live is "booming" in business. Many large "construction companies" and/or GC's as well as "small". Call throughout the country to get ideas. Once YOU learn this business YOU can easily move elsewhere with employment.

Question: Retired experienced Construction Manager looking for work. How do I find a position? Can someone help me with this, I have been trying to land a job for a couple of years now without success. I was a very successful manager with a good track record and then dropped out for five years. My wife was sick and dying and I wanted to be with her and take care of her, and I did to the end. Now I am unable to get back in again. I have put my resume out in all the agencies to no avail.I have built a website saying what I am capable of - no response! What's happening out there?

Answer: Hello, If you don't mind working in overseas try this job recruitment website. There are alot of openings. May be you can get your opportunity. Good luck. www.jobstreet.com

Question: How do I become a Construction Manager? I just graduated from HS and I would like to know how get this Career or w/e it is. I have done some research but am in need of more help. and I have some question 1. What classes do I take? ( yes I know in diff states it differs 2.What kind of degree is this? ( is it just call Construction Manager?) 3.How many years will it take to complete? Thank you for help

Answer: Your better off working in a construction site ans working your way up. You can go to school on your off time. You would need advanced math, engineering and other science courses.

Question: Could bad credit keep you from getting a job as a construction manager? I have bad credit, and I'm about to graduate from College soon and I was wondering can my bad credit affect my chances of getting a job in construction management?

Answer: Nope. It will, however, affect you if you are trying to get a job that has to do with Finance or money...

Question: where is the best college to go to to become a construction manager? i need to know where the best college would be to become a construction manager!

Answer: It depends on what state you live in...cal state university northridge has a construction management program BA. Some community colleges offer construction site management program..such as college of the canyons in santa clarita .

Question: what type of diploma should i complete if i want to become a construction manager? i am currently on the college prep, but would like to switch to tech. what do you say?

Answer: Earn a degree in Construction Management. It's an excellent field. I have a friend who became very wealthy in this field.