General Contractors for hire in Buffalo, NY

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    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills10%
    Leadership10%
    Organizational Skills10%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED59%
    Bachelor's degree24%
    Associate's degree12%
  • Years of experience

    Less than 1 year2%
    3-5 years4%
    6-10 years22%
  • Current company

    Tradesmen International
    Amazon
    Bear Necessities LLC
  • Time at current job

    Less than 1 year11%
    1-2 years5%
    2-5 years32%

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Last updated: Jul 17, 2026

General Contractor: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Buffalo, NY: $131,764 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $106,573$162,909 yearly

*Indeed data (US)

  • Site Safety Manager

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationAsbestos CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseCPRHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training

    Skills

    LeadershipAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceTime Management
  • Construction Manager

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Lean Six Sigma Green BeltPMPOSHA 10Driver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourLEED Certification

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsPublic SpeakingTime ManagementHeavy LiftingAnalysis Skills
  • Journeymen Painter

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Certified Safety ProfessionalFirst Aid CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourAssociate Safety Professional

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingLeadershipAnalysis SkillsWeldingHVACDriving
  • General Contractor

    Grand Island, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Certified Personal TrainerAEDNASM Certified Personal TrainerOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseOSHA 10

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsManagementCustomer Service
  • General Contractor Owner

    Tonawanda, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DAEDConfined Space CertificationFirst Aid CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's License

    Skills

    Supervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipEstimating Construction Project BudgetsCost Estimates
  • Operations Manager

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationCertified Project ManagerOSHA 10Driver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourCPR

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsLeadershipSymbility

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What's the average time to fill a general contractor role?

The average time to fill a general contractor role is 152 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do general contractors tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a general contractor include: communication skills, leadership and organizational skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for a general contractor?

Common licenses or certifications for general contractors include: Driver's License, OSHA 10 and Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-Hour.

What are some job titles related to general contractors?

According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to general contractors include: company owner, general contractor owner and journeymen painter.

What level of education is common for a general contractor?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a general contractor in Buffalo, NY, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a general contractor?

Most general contractors have 15 years of professional experience.

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