Establishing Credibility

Yes, it is important to be informed, but a lot of your credibility will come from your previous experience. Part of being a construction manager is working out of an office, but a large portion of it is also having hands-on labor skills. Especially while you are in school, you should try to get at least an internship or a summer job as a general laborer. This type of experience will help you and your construction crew relate to each other.