Construction managers play a vital role in planning, building, and overseeing the projects that shape communities, and graduates of Keiser University’s Bachelor of Science in Applied Construction Management program step into these roles and others across the field, including project engineers, field engineers, estimators, and more. These opportunities allow graduates to contribute to projects ranging from commercial and residential development to infrastructure and civil construction.
Construction Management graduates may work as construction managers, project managers, construction estimators, quality control managers, safety managers, or Building Information Modeling coordinators, helping keep construction projects on schedule and within budget. On the job site, construction managers often collaborate with civil engineers, architects, and other design professionals to move a project from design through completion. The program also builds a foundation for pursuing continued studies in engineering, construction technology, or business management, opening the door to expanded leadership opportunities within the construction industry.
Career Pathways in Applied Construction Management
- Construction manager overseeing commercial construction and residential projects
- Project manager coordinating construction budgets and schedules
- Project engineer supporting construction planning and execution
- Field engineer for on-site construction operations
- Construction estimator preparing project cost estimates
- Scheduler coordinating construction timelines and resources
- Superintendent managing day-to-day activities for general contractors
- Building Information Modeling coordinator for construction technology teams
- Quality control manager ensuring projects meet design specifications
- Safety manager overseeing construction safety programs
- Construction consultant advising on infrastructure and heavy civil projects
- Facilities and asset manager for commercial development companies