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An associate of science in construction management is usually a two year program that focuses on combining general education courses such as English, Mathematics, and computer technology with specialized coursework in construction management. The construction management classes emphasize career skills and hands-on experience that will be honed by time students graduate. Students obtaining their associate of science in construction management will study the hiring and overseeing of contractors, prepping bids, project estimates, tracking schedules, meeting specifications, monitoring code and safety compliance, supervising materials purchases, presenting change orders, negotiating contracts, submitting reports to owners, and monitoring budgets and costs. Some programs even emphasize sustainability and green building codes since there is more of a universal awareness about the need for environmentally friendly building materials and practices. Because students learn valuable tools in the construction management field, they will enhance their employment options upon degree completion. Students who have an associate of science in construction management will be able to apply for entry-level positions such as assistant construction supervisor, construction estimator, engineering aide, specification writer, building inspector, office manager for commercial or residential companies, and assistant project managers. This associate program also prepares students to continue their educations and acquire their bachelor’s or master’s degrees.

Example Courses

• Building Construction Cost Estimating
• Construction Project Management
• Civil Technology

Potential Industries

• Remodeling and Renovation
• Commercial Construction
• Residential Construction

Colleges Offering Degree

• University of Alaska
• Ashford University
• Front Range Community College