Construction managers

Average salary: $110,070

Demand: Good. Many factors keep this market strong - large medical, biomedical, and university presence in the region, expansion of local contracting firms in New England, backlogs of work, interior renovations, and a shortage of qualified project managers and superintendents. Significant increases in materials costs could slow work.

Qualifications: Experience plus an engineering or construction science degree preferred; experience alone can qualify those with a strong record