Construction
From the early drafts to a finished structure.
Build your career on a foundation of knowledge.
Every construction project starts with an idea, once completed it becomes a space for possibility. A construction pathway allows hands on opportunities to build the infrastructure of our community. From the internal wiring to the crisp coat of paint, each component requires attention to detail in order to last generations. With multiple construction companies and growing industries in South Central Kentucky, continued expansions mean a continued need for this pathway.
Construction Career Pathway
Construction Manager
Civil Engineer
Project Manager
Architect
AVERAGE ANNUAL EARNINGS:
$52,000 – $103,000
Associate’s Degree, On-the-Job Training
Industrial HVAC Engineer
Cost Estimator
Construction & Building Inspector
Maintenance Mechanic
Electrician
HVAC
AVERAGE ANNUAL EARNINGS:
$50,000 – $59,000
Technical Training, OJT Training, Certification
Low Voltage Technician
Plumber
Carpenter
AVERAGE ANNUAL EARNINGS:
$39,000 – $67,000
High School Diploma / GED, Short Term Training
Construction Laborer
Maintenance Worker
Cement & Brick Mason
Landscaping and Grounds Keeper
AVERAGE ANNUAL EARNINGS:
$31,000 – $55,000
Construction in South Central Kentucky
High Demand Positions In Construction
( South Central Kentucky )
- Construction Manager
Minimum Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree Average Annual Salary: $99,000
- Civil Engineer
Minimum Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree Average Annual Salary: $83,500
- Project Manager
Minimum Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree Average Annual Salary: $83,400
- Industrial HVAC Engineer
Minimum Required Education: Associate’s Degree, OJT Average Annual Salary: $84,400
- Cost Estimator
Minimum Required Education: Associate’s Degree, OJT Average Annual Salary: $60,100
- Maintenance Mechanic
Minimum Required Education: Associate’s Degree, OJT Average Annual Salary: $44,500
- Electrician
Minimum Required Education: Associate’s Degree, OJT Average Annual Salary: $53,200
- HVAC
Minimum Required Education: Associate’s Degree, OJT Average Annual Salary: $51,300
- Plumber
Minimum Required Education: Technical Training, OJT, Certification Average Annual Salary: $55,300
- Low Voltage Technician
Minimum Required Education: Technical Training, OJT Average Annual Salary: $65,700
- Carpenter
Minimum Required Education: Technical Training, OJT Average Annual Salary: $46,300
- Construction Laborer
Minimum Required Education: HSD/GED, STT Average Annual Salary: $40,400
- Maintenance Worker
Minimum Required Education: HSD/GED, STT Average Annual Salary: $44,500
- Landscaping & Groundskeeping
Minimum Required Education: HSD/GED Average Annual Salary: $30,200
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Resources
Resources to start building your pathway are available throughout the community and through educational fields. Local schools are just one of many resources, and in the surrounding area these programs and career models are offered. See what’s available in your community.
Career-Focused Models:
- Construction Program (Warren East High School)
Career Pathways Offered at Area High Schools:
- Agricultural Power, Structural, Technical Systems (Greenwood, Warren East, and South Warren)
- Carpentry (Warren County Area Technology Center)
- Construction Technology (Warren East)
- Heavy Machinery (Warren County Area Technology Center)
- Industrial Maintenance Technology/Robotics (Bowling Green)
Get In Touch
For more information about how you can get involved with our talent initiatives, please email or call:
Meredith Rozanski, COO
meredith@bgchamber.com
Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce
270-901-4750