Construction Management

Program Educational Objectives

Within a few years after graduation, Bachelor of Science in Construction Management program graduates will have: 

1. Planned, designed, analyzed, developed, organized, and managed construction management projects.  
2. Actively engaged in lifelong learning related to the construction management profession. 
3. Made contributions to innovation and improvement within the construction industry, both as team members and leaders.

Student Outcomes

Accordingly, the program has documented student outcomes that support the program's educational objectives. Attainment of these outcomes prepares graduates to enter the professional practice of construction management.

1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve broadly defined technical or scientific problems by applying knowledge of mathematics and science and/or technical topics to areas relevant to construction management.
2. An ability to formulate or design a system, process, procedure, or program to meet desired needs.
3. An ability to develop and conduct experiments or test hypotheses, analyze and interpret data, and use scientific judgment to draw conclusions.
4. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
5. An ability to understand ethical and professional responsibilities and the impact of technical and/or scientific solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
6. An ability to function effectively on teams that establish goals, plan tasks, meet deadlines, and analyze risk and uncertainty.

Construction management is a thriving industry with robust career options. Construction managers can work on a wide variety of projects, from homes and office buildings to schools and hospitals, as well as critical infrastructures such as power plants and water treatment facilities.

Students are encouraged to take on internships to apply their classroom knowledge to the real-world industry.

Our students participate in research projects with faculty and collaborate on projects within their majors and beyond. They also have opportunities to travel regionally and nationally to present their design projects and research papers at professional conferences.

There are several student competitions each year that allow students to present their hard work and go head-to-head with students from other schools. Our students have the opportunity to participate in the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Concrete Canoe and Steel Bridge competitions, as well as Solar Decathlon competitions.

As a Construction Management major, you will do much of your learning in Sleith Hall, which has undergone a $12.8 million expansion and renovation. It provides access to multiple state-of-the-art labs with the most relevant equipment and industry tools. Sleith Hall serves as the home of the College of Engineering and offers a rich environment that fosters innovation, entrepreneurship, and a sense of community among engineering students.

Construction Management students may have interests in the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA), the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), the American Society of Engineering Management (ASEM), Engineering Student Council, the Society of Women Engineers (SWE), and the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE). Many of our students also participate in varsity and intramural sports, special interest groups, and student government.

Clubs & Organizations

You’ll work with faculty in a variety of disciplines, including construction management, civil, and industrial engineering. Our faculty hold PhD degrees from top schools. They will become your mentors, co-learners, career advisors, and project managers. Not only will they facilitate your learning in and out of the classroom, but they will also collaborate on research projects with you.

Faculty