Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and work timetables

Interpret and explain contracts and technical information to other professionals

Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other construction specialists

Select subcontractors and schedule and coordinate their activities

Respond to work delays, emergencies, and other problems

Comply with legal requirements, building and safety codes, and other regulations

Give preliminary estimates on cost and construction time

Meet with clients to determine objectives and requirements for structures

Prepare structure specifications

Direct workers who prepare drawings and documents

Prepare scaled drawings, either with computer software or by hand

Prepare contract documents for building contractors

Manage construction contracts

Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding

Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients

Measure, cut, and shape wood, plastic, and other materials

Construct building frameworks, including walls, floors, subfloors and doorframes

Erect, level, and install building framework with the aid of rigging hardware and cranes

Inspect and replace damaged framework or other structures and fixtures

Instruct and direct laborers and other construction helpers