Construction Management
Planning, coordination, and control of a project from inception to completion.
The Career Field
Construction management controls the planning, design, and construction phases of a project. The Construction manager must oversee and ensure completion of every step from the beginning ( pre-design concepts) to the final punch-out or closing of the project.
Employment of Construction Management occupations is projected to grow 8 percent from 2018-2028.
The Program
Students in our program are prepared for careers and further education and training in the construction industry, especially the management of construction projects, such as construction manager, construction engineer, cost estimator, construction superintendent, scheduler, and construction inspector. It provides a balanced focus on technical construction knowledge, such as methods, materials, systems, and layouts, as well as managerial, financial, and planning skills necessary to complete construction projects successfully. This is a 4-year full-day New York State Education Career and Technical Education endorsed program.
In this program, you will
- Develop skills in all phases of the construction process during hands-on construction projects.
- Develop critical thinking and leadership skills and participate effectively as a member of a team to identify and resolve risks and financial challenges, and monitor day-to-day activities.
- Develop clear and accurate communication skills, and an awareness of issues around diversity, ethical business practices, and social responsibility.
- Obtain certification in OSHA 10 safety protocols and in industry-standard Procore Construction Software.
- Obtain relationships and mentorships with predominant leaders in the field.
- Accrue on-campus and concurrent higher education enrollment credits.
Career Opportunities
- Project Manager
- Building Inspector
- Code Enforcement Officer
- Construction Manager
- Contractor
- Cost Estimator
- Field Engineer
- Heavy Equipment Operator