Architecture and Construction
Explore these careers: Carpenters, Construction Laborers, Architects, Solar Installers, Iron and Steel Workers, Electricians, Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC-R)Technicians and Installers, Civil Engineers, and Surveyors. Scan the QR code to learn more about these careers!
I am: Curious Good at Visualizing Patient and Persistent Attentive to Details
Good at Following Directions
Do you like:
To read and follow blueprints and instructions?
To perform work that requires precise results?
To create designs and structures?
To solve technical problems?
Are you:
Interested in solving technical problems?
Interested in using critical thinking to solve problems?
Curious about beautiful, historic, or interesting buildings?
If yes, then this career area may be a good fit for you!
Consider taking classes in these areas:
Math
Drafting
Physical Sciences
Construction Trades
Technology Education
Building Systems/HVAC
Next Step: Make a career plan at https://oregoncis.uoregon.edu/
Example High Demand Jobs in Oregon
Construction Laborers
Perform tasks involving physical labor at construction sites.
Architectural and Civil Drafters
Prepare detailed drawings of architectural and structural features of buildings or drawings and topographical relief maps.
Construction Managers Plan, direct, or coordinate, usually through subordinate supervisory personnel, activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems.
Associate’s Degree to Bachelor’s Degree
*The wage is the Annual Average Wage for this job in Oregon. This data was collected from the Oregon Department of Employment,
more information on Oregon wage data, explore the Occupation and Wage Tool at qualityinfo.org.
2023. For
Created by C3 Oregon in partnership with the Oregon Department of Human Resources and the Oregon Department of Education. For more information on C3 Oregon, visit c3-oregon.org. Published: Sept 2023
Annual Wage*:
Education:
Annual Wage*:
Education:
Annual Wage*
Link: bit.ly/C3archconst
Education: Less than High School to High School Diploma
$50,889
Postsecondary Training to Associate’s Degree
$60,876
: $123,080
Architecture and Construction
“The purpose of the construction industry is to build and maintain all kinds of structures, including homes, manufacturing plants, office buildings, streets and highways, sewers, irrigation projects, and more. The industry also includes related activities such as painting, electrical work, and plumbing.” Reference: www.careeronestop.org
Career Checklist:
Learning about careers is a journey! Start learning about what interests you, what’s available in Oregon, and what actions you can take by working on the checklist below.
With your advisor, teacher, or trusted adult:
Make an appointment to start talking about your interests.
Identify classes you can take to help you gain skills and experience.
Identify any dual-credit classes that are available.
Research jobs you are interested in on the Quality Info Website (more info below).
Brainstorm what community activities you might do to gain skills, knowledge, or experience.
Make a plan to help guide you to the next step in your career and college journey.
On your own:
On the CIS Website , complete the interest profile, skills assessement, and reality check.
Watch the Career Journey Videos .
Quality Info
This is a website created by the Oregon Employment Department that contains salary data, education requirements, number of jobs for specific careers, and jobs in Oregon.
How to use Quality Info:
1. Go to the qualityinfo.org website.
2. Click on the Tools menu.
3. Click on Occupation and Wage Information .
4. Type in an occupation/career in the search bar.
5. Click on the + to see more information in each section.
Classes I can take:
School and community activities I can participate in:
Explore More on the Oregon Department of Education’s website: https://www.oregon.gov/ode/learningoptions/CTE/resources/Pages/Industrial-andEngineering-Systems.aspx
Career Checklist Links: Oregon Career Information System: oregoncis.uoregon.edu
Career Journey Videos : careerjourneys.org/stories C3 Website : c3-oregon.org
