- Manage and oversee operations, maintenance, administration, and improvement of commercial, industrial, or residential properties.
- Plan, schedule, and coordinate general maintenance, major repairs, and remodeling or construction projects for commercial or residential properties.
- Direct collection of monthly assessments, rental fees, and deposits and
Construction manager | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Construction managers organise the work on building projects, making sure it's completed safely, within budget and on time.
Construction managers typically work around 41 to 43 hours per week.
As a Construction manager you will typically work evenings / weekends.
This occupation tends to be:
| Average salary |
| 42,954 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Construction manager
Big gender gap
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44,652 GBP
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35,374 GBP
Average salary for full-time Construction manager
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42,954 GBP
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35,374 GBP
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44,652 GBP
Salary over time for Construction manager
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40,730 GBP
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40,592 GBP
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39,122 GBP
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41,875 GBP
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42,535 GBP
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41,912 GBP
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42,954 GBP
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43,636 GBP
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Future outlook for Construction managers
Balanced outlook
23 000+ jobs available
Balanced outlook
1% yearly wage growth (on average) 
Very good outlook
26% chance of automation in the future Construction manager - Your future job?
Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Construction manager and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
What soft skills do I need?
Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Construction manager.
Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively
Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Coordination Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions
Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
Negotiation Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences
What technical skills do I need?
Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Construction manager. Check that you know:
Things to highlight for your Construction manager interview
Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. Stress Tolerance Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
