Architecture and Construction

What's it about?

The architecture and construction career cluster includes opportunities for exploring, designing, planning, managing, building, and maintaining structures. In addition to designing and constructing industrial and commercial buildings, a structure’s sustainability and functionality are also considered.

Key Skills for Success

In addition to job specific skills in the chosen discipline, those working in architecture and construction careers should be strong in the following areas: communication, teamwork, problem solving, attention to detail, creativity, design skills, math skills, and computer literacy. Some jobs in this area also require passing certain licensing requirements.

Career Opportunities

• Carpenters
• Construction laborers
• Pipelayers
• Derrick Operators (oil and gas)
• Electricians
• HVAC Installers
• Landscaping
• Civil Engineers
• Construction Managers
• Surveyors

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West Virginia 4-H Opportunities

West Virginia University Extension provides opportunities to explore your career interests through a variety of projects and educational activities.

4-H Project Areas

• Computer Science
• Electricity
• Small Engines
• Woodworking
• Career Exploration
• Entrepreneurship

Educational Activities

• Land Judging Team
• Robotics
• Impact Challenge
• 4-H Charting Program
• Code Camp
• Community Service

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