The construction industry offers a wide variety of specialty jobs, and if you’ve been in the field for any length of time, you’ve likely seen just how diverse these roles can be. With so many options available, finding your niche can seem overwhelming. The best way to begin is by educating yourself on the different career paths within construction.
You can choose to work in various environments, including commercial, residential, or mixed-use construction projects. Each setting requires a team of professionals with different expertise, working together to complete the project. To help you narrow down your search, we’ve outlined some of the major categories of construction job types below.
Contractor:
A Construction Contractor manages and oversees projects by hiring specialized sub-contractors. They are responsible for planning, bidding, and coordinating jobs of all sizes and types. Contractors often have a strong background in construction, giving them the skills to find the right people to deliver high-quality work at competitive prices.
Sub-Contractor:
A Sub-Contractor is a professional who specializes in a specific area of construction. They are typically hired by a contractor to complete a particular aspect of a project. Below are some common sub-contractor specializations:
- Plumber
- Roofer
- Drywaller
- Painter
- Glazier
- Electrician
- Flooring Specialist
- HVAC Specialist
- Engineer
- Brick/Siding Specialist
- Carpenter
Heavy Equipment Operator:
If you’re captivated by powerful machinery like hydraulic cranes, bulldozers, forklifts, and dump trucks, a career as a Heavy Equipment Operator might be your perfect fit. These specialists undergo extensive training and certification to safely operate large machines in fast-paced, high-demand construction environments.
Surveyor:
Construction Surveyors play a crucial role in ensuring accurate measurements for property lines and foundation placements. To become a surveyor, a bachelor’s degree is required. A typical day involves:
- Visiting the site to measure distances
- Look up records and titles for the site
- Compare and contrast different boundary records to the current site
- Accurately record the results of the survey
- Create reports with maps and land plots
- Help with other land/water boundary details
Inspector:
Construction Inspectors ensure that projects comply with state and federal regulations, guaranteeing that buildings, bridges, and other structures meet safety standards. They rigorously study and enforce building codes, inspecting job sites to confirm adherence to these guidelines.
Environmental Manager:
If you’re passionate about environmental protection, a career as an Environmental Manager in construction might be ideal. These specialists design and implement strategies to make projects as eco-friendly as possible, focusing on pollution control, waste management, recycling, and energy efficiency. They prepare reports, present plans and budgets, and recommend improvements to enhance sustainability in ongoing and completed projects.
Site Prep/Underground Utilities/Concrete and Asphalt:
At Redstone, Site Prep is a cornerstone of our expertise. We’ve been perfecting this specialty for decades, focusing on essential earthwork to prepare sites for construction. Our team excels in installing underground utilities, including water, electrical systems, storm drains, and sewage lines. Additionally, we are top-notch in asphalt and concrete work. This specialty offers a rewarding career path for anyone passionate about construction.
These are just a few examples of the diverse specializations within the construction field. We hope this blog post has guided you in finding the right construction career for you. If you have any questions about different job types or are interested in joining our Site Prep, Earthwork, Underground Utilities, or Asphalt teams, please contact us at (501) 374-1557 or email us at info@redstone-cg.com. We’d be thrilled to have you become part of Arkansas’ premier site prep team!
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