Construction Engineering and Management (M.S.)

The Master of Science in Construction Engineering and Management program provides students the knowledge and background that will enable them to make decisions at the site, company, industrial, and sector levels. 

Students will learn how to plan and schedule projects, estimate and control costs, make economic decisions, administer contracts, organize construction sites, manage construction equipment, analyze productivity, optimize construction activities, plan and manage real estate developments, and address legal problems.

Program Overview

Students will learn the principles underlying construction engineering and management in such areas as construction productivity, dispute resolution, and project management. This program prepares students to lead teams while managing the design, construction, and operation of sustainable buildings.

The program is intended for preparation for both engineering practice and research. You can pursue the program online, as a hybrid program, or on-campus in Chicago, where you’ll have access to the city’s thriving architecture, engineering, and construction industry.

There are two program options: coursework-based (no research and no thesis required) and thesis-based (coursework coupled with research, and a thesis is required). 
 

Career Opportunities

The Master of Science in Construction Engineering and Management program will prepare you for such careers as:

• Construction manager
• Building control surveyor
• Site engineer
• Cost estimator
• Project controls specialist

To learn more about about the career opportunities available in construction management, read more online.