Careers in construction and real estate
One hundred and twenty-three careers across construction trades, project management, surveying, architecture-adjacent roles, property management, brokerage, and the work that designs and runs the built environment. Each card below carries the typical preparation path, the salary range from entry to senior level, and a short read on what the work actually involves day to day. You are looking at page 3 of 3 for Construction & Real Estate.
123 careers in Construction & Real Estate, page 3 of 3
Drainage Engineer
Certificate or Vocational Training · $49,880
Inspect, maintain, repair, and install drainage systems including foul and surface water sewers, soakaways, septic…
Electrical Testing and Inspection Engineer
Certificate or Vocational Training · $63,190
Carry out periodic inspection and testing of electrical installations in domestic, commercial, and industrial premises…
Facade Surveyor and Cladding Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $74,690
Survey and assess building facades and cladding systems for fire safety compliance, structural integrity, and…
Facade Technician
Certificate or Vocational Training · $57,080
Install, maintain, and repair building facade systems including curtain walling, rainscreen cladding, structural…
Fence Installer
No Formal Education Needed · $47,980
Construct, erect, and repair fences made of various materials for residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
Fire Door Inspector and Passive Fire Protection Surveyor
Certificate or Vocational Training · $75,920
Inspect and survey fire doors, fire-stopping, and passive fire protection systems in residential, commercial, and…
Fire Sprinkler Fitter
High School Diploma · $63,800
Install, inspect, and repair fire suppression systems in commercial, residential, and industrial buildings.
Garage Door Installer
High School Diploma · $55,720
Install, service, and repair residential and commercial garage doors and automated opening systems, ensuring proper…
Gas Engineer
Certificate or Vocational Training · $63,800
Install, service, and repair domestic and commercial gas appliances, pipework, and heating systems to Gas Safe Register…
Graffiti Removal Specialist
High School Diploma · $36,840
Remove graffiti and unwanted paint from buildings, infrastructure, and public spaces using chemical cleaning agents,…
Industrial Pipefitter
Certificate or Vocational Training · $63,800
Fabricate, install, and maintain high-pressure pipework systems for oil and gas, chemical, power generation, and…
Insulation Installer
No Formal Education Needed · $49,120
Install insulation materials in buildings to regulate temperature and reduce energy consumption.
Lead Liner
Certificate or Vocational Training · $55,440
Fabricate and install lead sheet roofing, flashings, valleys, dormers, and ornamental lead work on heritage and…
Lift Engineer
Certificate or Vocational Training · $109,910
Install, maintain, and repair passenger lifts, goods lifts, escalators, and platform lifts in commercial and…
Real Estate Developer
Bachelor's Degree · $141,900
Identify, acquire, finance, and develop real estate projects from land acquisition through construction and sale or…
Refrigeration Engineer
Certificate or Vocational Training · $61,010
Install, maintain, and repair commercial and industrial refrigeration systems including supermarket display cases, cold…
Retail Property and Store Development Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $69,990
Manage a retailer's property portfolio and new store development programme, identifying and securing new retail…
Rigger
High School Diploma · $62,640
Move heavy equipment and materials using cranes, hoists, and other lifting devices, ensuring safety and stability.
Rigger and Lifting Operations Specialist
Certificate or Vocational Training · $62,640
Plan and carry out lifting operations using cranes, hoists, and rigging equipment to move heavy loads safely in…
Scaffolder
Certificate or Vocational Training · $62,780
Erect and dismantle temporary scaffold structures on construction sites to provide safe working platforms for…
Steeplejack
Certificate or Vocational Training · $62,780
Inspect, repair, and maintain tall structures including church spires, factory chimneys, telecommunications masts, and…
Traffic Management Operative
High School Diploma · $50,260
Plan, install, and operate temporary traffic management systems on highways and construction sites to protect workers…
Waterproofing Specialist
Certificate or Vocational Training · $49,910
Design and install below-ground and above-ground waterproofing systems for basements, tunnels, roofs, and…