According to people in this career, the main tasks are...
| Task | Importance |
|---|---|
| Calculate dimensions, square footage, profile and component specifications, and material quantities, using calculator or computer. | 84% |
| Inspect project site and evaluate contractor work to detect design malfunctions and ensure conformance to design specifications and applicable codes. | 82% |
| Read and review project blueprints and structural specifications to determine dimensions of structure or system and material requirements. | 81% |
| Draft detailed dimensional drawings and design layouts for projects to ensure conformance to specifications. | 81% |
| Conduct materials test and analysis, using tools and equipment and applying engineering knowledge. | 80% |
| Develop plans and estimate costs for installation of systems, utilization of facilities, or construction of structures. | 80% |
| Confer with supervisor to determine project details such as plan preparation, acceptance testing, and evaluation of field conditions. | 77% |
| Analyze proposed site factors and design maps, graphs, tracings, and diagrams to illustrate findings. | 77% |
| Prepare reports and document project activities and data. | 76% |
| Develop project budgets by estimating the cost of project activities. | 76% |
| Evaluate facility to determine suitability for occupancy and square footage availability. | 76% |
| Plan and conduct field surveys to locate new sites and analyze details of project sites. | 73% |
| Respond to public suggestions and complaints. | 72% |
| Negotiate with contractors on prices for new contracts or modifications to existing contracts. | 71% |
| Report maintenance problems occurring at project site to supervisor and negotiate changes to resolve system conflicts. | 67% |
