What can you do with a construction

management degree?
With this degree, you can prepare for a role as a construction manager for a
variety of building projects. You might find employment with an architectural
firm, building contractor, engineering company, or environmental firm. These are
some job-specific skills you can learn through your degree program:
 Supervising and directing construction projects from conception to
completion
 Managing a team of construction workers
 Understanding and explaining plans, blueprints, and contract terms to
contractors, administrative staff, firms, and clients
 Estimating and analyzing cost
 Ensuring compliance with all building and safety regulations for
construction
 Taking account of ethics, construction law, and health and safety
 Understanding the construction process from a business perspective
 Analyzing structural systems
 Managing and submitting bid applications and tenders
 Identifying appropriate construction methods based on client
specifications, budgets, and materials available
 Meeting client deadlines, budgets, and contractual requirements
 Negotiating agreement terms, drafting contracts, and obtaining permits
and licenses
 Liaising with architects, engineers, and construction specialists
 Monitoring projects and producing progress reports

Specialization
Construction Management

Construction management certifications

In addition to earning a degree, you may need to be licensed to work as a
construction manager in some states. Check with your state licensing board for
details. The following are some recognized options, along with additional
certifications that could make you a more competitive candidate:
 Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
 Associate Constructor (AC)
 Certified Professional Constructor (CPC)
 LEED Green Associate
 Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)
 Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP)
 Certified Safety Professional (CSP)