Construction Project Coordinator

Keeps project paperwork, permits, and schedules organized for the construction team.

A day in the life

You track permits, file insurance certificates, schedule meetings, and make sure the team has the latest drawings.

Pay over a career

Starting
$40k
Typical
$52k
High
$68k

Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.

Training

High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. High school plus office skills; some have construction coursework.

Ways in: On-the-job training, 2-year college. Training cost: Get paid while you train.

Majors to look at: Construction Management (2-year), Business Administration.

Outlook

Growing about average. No separate BLS projection for this specialty; rating is an estimate based on industry trends.

Will it last? Our AI estimate

High risk for 10 years. AI and project software automate filing, permit tracking and schedule updates, so fewer coordinator jobs open.

Could start right away

Age 18+. One way to start: Apply to construction firms for project coordinator or assistant jobs

Start now, in high school

Classes: Computer applications, English, Business.

Official data: O*NET occupation 43-6011.

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