Resilient
Last Update: 11/4/2026
AI Resilience Score for Construction Managers:
66.3%
Median Score
Meaningful human contribution
Measures the parts of the occupation that still require a human touch. This score averages data from up to four AI exposure datasets, focusing on the role’s resilience against automation.
Med
Long-term employer demand
Predicts the health of the job market for this role through 2034. Using Bureau of Labor Statistics data, it balances projected annual job openings (60%) with overall employment growth (40%).
High
Sustained economic opportunity
Measures future earning potential and career flexibility. This score is a blend of total projected labor income (67%) and the role’s inherent ability to adapt to economic and technological shifts (33%).
High
This reflects the reliability of your score based on the number of data sources available for this career and how closely those sources agree on the outlook. A higher confidence means more consistent evidence from labor experts and AI models.
Most data sources align, with only minor variation. This is a well-supported result.
AI Resilience Report forConstruction Managers
$114,990 median salary•49,700 annual openings•SOC Code: 11-9021.00
Construction Managers are more resilient to AI impacts than most occupations, according to our analysis of 8 sources.
Construction managers are labeled "Resilient" because the heart of their job relies on uniquely human skills that AI simply cannot replicate, like leading crews through unexpected problems, resolving conflicts between owners and contractors, and making quick judgment calls on a chaotic jobsite. While AI tools are taking over time-consuming paperwork tasks (think drafting reports, reviewing contracts, and analyzing bids), these tools are acting more like helpful assistants than replacements, freeing managers up to focus on the people-centered work that really matters.
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This role is resilient
Construction managers are labeled "Resilient" because the heart of their job relies on uniquely human skills that AI simply cannot replicate, like leading crews through unexpected problems, resolving conflicts between owners and contractors, and making quick judgment calls on a chaotic jobsite. While AI tools are taking over time-consuming paperwork tasks (think drafting reports, reviewing contracts, and analyzing bids), these tools are acting more like helpful assistants than replacements, freeing managers up to focus on the people-centered work that really matters.
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Construction Managers
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Latest AI news for Construction Managers
These articles highlight how AI is reshaping careers for construction managers. For instance, the Oracle piece showcases AI's ability to analyze data for better project outcomes, emphasizing the need for managers to embrace technology for efficiency. Meanwhile, the Turner & Townsend report points to AI driving demand in data centers, suggesting new opportunities in emerging sectors. As the industry evolves, construction managers who adapt and leverage AI will build resilient careers, ensuring they remain relevant in a transforming landscape.
AI’s Impact on Residential Construction Is Less Than You Might Think
themortgagepoint.com • 10/14/2026
Lance Murray · October 13, 2026. In its current form, artificial intelligence is likely to change the way construction work is completed, but it doesn't yet...
AI Exposure Remains Relatively Low Across Most Construction Occupations
eyeonhousing.org • 9/29/2026
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing how work gets done, but its impact varies considerably across occupations.
AI boom hits residential and commercial sector demand, finds T&T report
constructionmanagement.co.uk • 7/8/2026
Turner & Townsend AI - The boom in AI has pushed data centres to the second most in-demand construction sector in the UK.
Kansas City data centers and AI flip the script on job security
thebeaconnews.org • 3/18/2026
KC's data center boom is a windfall for construction trades. But the AI inside those buildings is already reshaping who has job security.
See how AI uses data to nail construction outcomes
www.oracle.com • 2/10/2025
Artificial intelligence has the potential to revolutionize the construction industry. In the back office, AI can help construction firms...
More Career Info
Career: Construction Managers
They plan and oversee building projects, making sure everything is done safely, on time, and within budget.
Parent Careers
Alternate Titles
Construction Foreman · Construction Manager · Construction Superintendent · General Superintendent · Concrete Foreman · Construction Area Manager · Construction Management Supervisor · Construction Services Manager · Job Superintendent · Site Manager
Employment & Wage Data
Median Wage
$114,990
Jobs (2025)
609,100
Growth (2025-35)
+9.1%
Annual Openings
49,700
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
None
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025-2035
Task-Level AI Resilience Scores
AI-generated estimates of task resilience over the next 3 years
1
Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, or design professionals to discuss and resolve matters, such as work procedures, complaints, or construction problems.
2
Direct and supervise construction or related workers.
3
Plan, organize, or direct activities concerned with the construction or maintenance of structures, facilities, or systems.
4
Implement new or modified plans in response to delays, bad weather, or construction site emergencies.
5
Contract or oversee craft work, such as painting or plumbing.
6
Investigate damage, accidents, or delays at construction sites to ensure that proper construction procedures are being followed.
7
Direct acquisition of land for construction projects.
Tasks are ranked by their AI resilience, with the most resilient tasks shown first. Core tasks are essential functions of this occupation, while supplemental tasks provide additional context.
