The construction industry employs 13,000 workers in Washington, DC, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Workers in the industry have plenty of upcoming construction projects to join, including the $20 million project refurbishing the Randolph Towers apartments at 14th and Randolph Streets, and a mixed-use community rising on Fifth and K Streets, helping to revitalize the Mount Vernon Triangle.

DC Construction Jobs

Construction has long been a solid career choice for the District of Columbia area, where Salary.com reports that entry-level construction coordinators earn $50,600 per year on average, and building inspectors roughly $49,000. Career training programs in construction can benefit graduates in the District of Columbia area with focused education related to their specific goals.