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Create CVIf you want to land better construction contracts or senior roles, your general contractor resume must prove one thing fast: you deliver projects on time, on budget, and safely. Hiring managers don’t care about generic duties. They scan for project size, dollar value, timelines, and measurable outcomes.
This guide walks you step-by-step through building a project-driven, results-focused general contractor resume that clearly shows your impact. You’ll learn exactly how to structure your resume, what to include, how to describe your work, and how to optimize it for both recruiters and ATS systems.
Before writing anything, understand what employers are looking for.
They are not hiring a “worker.” They are hiring someone who can:
Manage multi-million dollar projects
Coordinate subcontractors and crews
Control budgets and timelines
Ensure compliance and safety
Solve problems under pressure
Your resume must demonstrate proof, not just list responsibilities.
Your summary is your first impression. It should immediately position you as a results-driven contractor, not just experienced.
Years of experience
Type of projects handled
Scale (budget, size, complexity)
Key strengths (cost control, scheduling, leadership)
Certifications or licenses
General contractor with 10 years of experience in construction. Skilled in managing teams and completing projects.
General Contractor with 10+ years managing commercial and residential construction projects valued up to $8M. Proven track record of delivering projects 10–15% under budget while maintaining strict safety compliance. Experienced in coordinating 30+ subcontractors and optimizing timelines using Procore and Primavera P6.
This is the core of your resume.
Most candidates fail here because they describe tasks instead of outcomes.
For each job, clearly show:
Project type (residential, commercial, industrial)
Budget range
Team size
Scope of work
Timeline responsibility
General Contractor
ABC Construction | Dallas, TX | 2020–Present
Why this works: It immediately shows scale, results, and tools.
Managed 12 commercial construction projects ranging from $1M–$6M
Oversaw teams of 15–40 subcontractors across multiple trades
Directed full lifecycle from planning through final inspection
This gives context before you even list achievements.
Modern hiring managers expect contractors to be tech-enabled.
If you skip this, you lose competitive edge.
Project management: Procore, Buildertrend, CoConstruct
Scheduling: Primavera P6, Microsoft Project
Estimation: PlanSwift, Bluebeam
CAD tools: AutoCAD
Safety systems and compliance tools
You can include tools in two places:
Within job descriptions
In a dedicated “Skills” section
Managed project timelines using Primavera P6, reducing delays by 18%
Utilized Procore for real-time collaboration and reporting
This shows practical application, not just tool familiarity.
For general contractors, credentials are not optional. They are decision factors.
General Contractor License (state-specific)
OSHA 30 Certification
LEED Certification
PMP (Project Management Professional)
NCCER Certification
Certifications
Licensed General Contractor – State of Texas
OSHA 30 Certified
LEED Green Associate
Keep it clean and easy to scan.
This is where most resumes fail.
If you don’t include numbers, your resume looks average.
Budget savings
Project completion time
Safety improvements
Client satisfaction
Revenue generated
Responsible for managing construction projects and ensuring deadlines were met.
Delivered 8 projects ahead of schedule, reducing completion time by 12%
Cut material costs by 15% through vendor negotiation
Maintained 100% OSHA compliance across all job sites
Reduced rework incidents by 20% through improved quality control
Numbers turn claims into proof.
Avoid listing daily tasks. Focus on impact and leadership.
Supervised construction workers
Managed project schedules
Ordered materials
Led cross-functional teams of 25+ workers across multi-phase construction projects
Developed and executed project schedules, improving on-time delivery rate by 18%
Negotiated supplier contracts, reducing material costs by $120K annually
Always connect actions to results.
Your experience section should follow a consistent format.
Job Title
Company | Location | Dates
Project scope overview
3–6 achievement-based bullet points
Metrics and outcomes
Senior General Contractor
BuildRight Construction | Phoenix, AZ | 2018–2023
Managed residential and commercial builds valued between $2M–$10M
Directed teams of 30+ subcontractors across electrical, plumbing, and structural work
Delivered 15 projects under budget by an average of 10%
Improved scheduling efficiency, reducing delays by 22%
Implemented safety protocols resulting in zero OSHA violations over 3 years
Your skills section should align with real job postings.
Project scheduling
Budget management
Contract negotiation
Site supervision
Risk management
Blueprint reading
Vendor coordination
Avoid vague skills like “hardworking” or “team player.”
Most resumes are filtered before a human sees them.
You must include industry-relevant keywords naturally.
General contractor
Construction management
Project scheduling
Cost control
Subcontractor coordination
OSHA compliance
Commercial construction
Residential construction
Summary
Experience section
Skills section
Do not keyword-stuff. Keep it natural and readable.
Even experienced contractors make these errors.
Fix: Always include measurable outcomes.
Fix: Add budget, team size, and scope.
Fix: Include licenses and safety certifications clearly.
Fix: Add percentages, dollar amounts, or time improvements.
Fix: Use specific, construction-focused terminology.
If you want to stand out in competitive markets, go further.
If you specialize, make it clear:
Commercial builds
Residential remodeling
Industrial construction
Infrastructure projects
General contractors are leaders.
Show:
Team size managed
Conflict resolution
Stakeholder communication
Safety is a major hiring factor.
Include:
OSHA compliance
Incident reduction
Safety program implementation
Before submitting your resume, confirm:
Does your summary show project scale and results?
Are all roles backed by metrics?
Did you include tools and certifications?
Is your resume easy to scan in 6–8 seconds?
Are keywords naturally integrated?
If any answer is “no,” fix it before applying.
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