career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers and Project Management Specialists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers | Project Management Specialists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-2042 | 13-1082 |
| title | Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers | Project Management Specialists |
| onet code | 19-2042.00 | 13-1082.00 |
| description | Study the composition, structure, and other physical aspects of the Earth. May use geological, physics, and mathematics knowledge in exploration for oil, gas, minerals, or underground water; or in waste disposal, land reclamation, or other environmental problems. May study the Earth's internal composition, atmospheres, and oceans, and its magnetic, electrical, and gravitational forces. Includes mineralogists, paleontologists, stratigraphers, geodesists, and seismologists. | Analyze and coordinate the schedule, timeline, procurement, staffing, and budget of a product or service on a per project basis. Lead and guide the work of technical staff. May serve as a point of contact for the client or customer. |
| job zone | 5 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 13 |
| tot emp | 22,510 | 1,006,160 |
| a mean | 111,310 | 108,100 |
| a median | 99,240 | 100,750 |
| a pct10 | 58,790 | 59,830 |
| a pct25 | 72,440 | 76,950 |
| a pct75 | 134,350 | 131,660 |
| a pct90 | 178,880 | 165,790 |
| h mean | 53 | 51 |
| h median | 47 | 48 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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