Career comparison

HVAC Technician vs Construction Manager

Compensation, growth, stability, and remote flexibility — side by side.

HVAC Technician

$61,010

Limited Growth • 47/100

Construction Manager

$114,990

Strong Career • 73/100

Side-by-side metrics

MetricHVAC TechnicianConstruction Manager
IndustryTradesConstruction
National median$61,010$114,990
Entry (p10)$40,050$69,690
Top 10% (p90)$95,210$189,440
Growth outlookAverageFaster than average
Typical educationPostsecondary awardBachelor's degree
Remote score5/10072/100
Career Opportunity47/100 (Limited Growth)73/100 (Strong Career)

Opportunity dimensions

HVAC Technician score

47/100

Moderate

47

Limited Growth

Construction Manager score

73/100

Strong

73

Strong Career