Construction engineers design and execute processes for building and maintaining

the infrastructure of our world. The tools of the trade for today’s successful
construction engineer include the following: strong math, science, and computer
skills; creativity; an aptitude for applying science and engineering methods to solve
problems; a love of building structures such as bridges, airports, buildings, stadiums,
dams, and highways; an interest in working indoors and outdoors; initiative and a
strong work ethic; the ability to collaborate with diverse people; good
communications skills; and a desire to learn in a constantly changing environment.

Students in the Construction Engineering and Management (CEM) program have the
opportunity to develop additional expertise in mechanical engineering, environmental
engineering, management, building information modeling, and many other options
through minors in these fields. Each student completes three 12-week
paid internships before graduating. Internships are normally completed during the
summer, with opportunities across the country. Students have worked as locally as
their hometown and as far away as Norway!

Our students take internship opportunities to work as paid employees in the

construction industry and perform duties with increasing responsibilities in field
operations, office operations and project management. The CEM program also
provides global opportunities, from engineering service trips to Ecuador—fostering
international relationships and building structures to better a community—to
internship and study abroad opportunities across the world.

Because of the unique and hands-on educational experiences of our CEM students,
we have a 100% job placement rating for our graduates. What does this mean?
Each and every one of our graduating seniors has a job, often receiving multiple job
offers before graduation!

Careers in Construction Engineering

Construction engineers have the option of either working in an office setting or out in
the field. Oftentimes, it's a combination of both. Some construction engineers focus
on the design aspect, while others focus on the actual build phase of each project.
There are many career paths to choose from with a degree in Construction
Engineering:

• General contractors (bridges, roads, buildings, healthcare, data centers,

sports facilities)
• Owners and developers
• Mechanical/electrical contractors
• Renewable energies
• Consulting and design firms
• Oil and gas industry
• Aviation industry
• Law firms*
 • Historical restoration*
*Additional education may be necessary

As your career progresses, you can take your PE exam to become a licensed
Professional Engineer. With a construction engineering degree and a PE license,
you can expect to move into senior management within your company. Many
construction engineers attain executive positions and even become owners of
construction firms.