Is being a construction supervisor a good fit for you?
Directs and organises the work of building and digging crews on site.
What the work involves
- Checks work, equipment and sites to make sure they are safe and meet the plans.
- Reads plans and blueprints to work out what the building job needs.
- Supervises, organises and schedules the work of construction crews.
- Gives jobs to workers based on the materials and people each job needs.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be persuading, organising and hands-on. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Apprenticeships and training. Usually vocational training or an apprenticeship. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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