Construction Industry Overview
The construction industry includes all aspects of the construction, repair, and maintenance of the build environment. Construction professionals possess a wide variety of skills related to the design, construction, destruction,a nd ongoing maintenance of buildings. For professionals in construction, specialized skills working with a variety of materials, and understanding integrated systems and processes are the core of their job. The industry is always expanding as are building erected, and new materials and technologies improve energy efficiency, durability, and design.
Anne Arundel County Construction Industry Fast Stats
2,294 |
2,704 |
$81,640 |
19,320 |
10.20% |
| Businesses | New Job Positions in 5 Years | Average Annual Salary | People Employed | 5-year Job Growth Rate |
Explore the Industry
Download our Construction Industry Data Sheet here.
Learn more about the top occupations in the construction industry in our Build Your Career in the Build Environment booklet here.
Use our Career Pathways Portal to take a deep dive into the different occupations and career paths in the Construction industry. Access the portal by clicking here.
Take a career assessment, build your resume, and/or explore career opportunities using AAWDC's online Career Coach tool. Access the tool by clicking here.
Connect to Opportunities in the Construction Industry
Register for an upcoming Construction Industry Information Session to learn more about the industry and upcoming no-cost training opportunities. Click here to register.
If you have questions or want to learn more contact us at construction@aawdc.org!