70011 – Home building and renovation managers
Lead statement
Home building managers own, operate and manage companies engaged in the construction of new residential homes. Home renovation managers own, operate and manage companies engaged in the renovation of existing residential homes.
Main duties
- Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the activities of a residential home building or renovating company
- Prepare bids for home construction or renovation projects
- Consult with customers, architects and engineers regarding plans and specifications
- Select, hire and supervise trade subcontractors to do specialized work, such as plumbing, heating and electrical work
- Plan and prepare work schedules and co-ordinate the activities of subcontractors
- Inspect work performed by subcontractors to ensure quality and conformity with plans and specifications
- Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers and trade subcontractors
- Develop and implement marketing and advertising strategies to promote company's products and services
- May perform carpentry or other trade work during home construction or renovation activities.
Employment requirements
- Extensive experience in the home construction industry, including experience as a general supervisor, is usually required for self-employment as a home builder or a home renovator.
- Leading in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification may be an asset in bidding on and obtaining building and renovation projects.
Example job titles
home building contractor · residential renovation contractor · home renovation contractor · residential homes contractor · home builder · residential home builder · home renovator · housing renovator · housing rehabilitation specialist - builder · low-rise residential home builder · rehabilitation and renovation specialist · renovation contractor · builder · builder - residential · builder - renovation
Wages (per year)
| Province / territory | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $32,867 | $46,800 | $107,000 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | — | $59,600 | — |
| Nova Scotia | $35,128 | $44,400 | $82,000 |
| New Brunswick | — | $47,200 | — |
| Quebec | $33,109 | $38,000 | $85,000 |
| Ontario | $37,561 | $43,200 | $109,000 |
| Manitoba | $34,810 | $46,800 | $98,000 |
| Saskatchewan | $34,747 | $41,600 | $84,000 |
| Alberta | $32,867 | $60,400 | $121,000 |
| British Columbia | $37,929 | $52,000 | $108,000 |
Source: Job Bank wages, 2025 release (ESDC). Low and high are the 10th and 90th percentiles.
Occupation details: ESDC OaSIS 2025, based on NOC 2021.