"New-collar" jobs often put practical skills above formal education. IBM first used the phrase "new-collar jobs" in 2018 to describe roles where degrees are optional, and instead emphasize skills, certifications, or on-the-job training. Here are the top 10 best-paying, new-collar jobs for 2025, according to Resume Genius. Health services managerMedian annual salary: $117,960Estimated job growth (2023–2033): 29%AI job takeover risk: 26%9. Construction managerMedian annual salary: $106,980Estimated job growth (2023–2033): 9%AI job takeover risk: 13%Click here for the full report.