Construction Management is a degree program emphasizing the management of construction projects. The program provides two emphases in heavy civil and commercial/residential.
While in the program, students gain knowledge and skills in construction materials, building codes, estimating, scheduling, project management, contracts, sustainability, soils, safety, Building Information Modeling (BIM), surveying, lean construction, construction management software, and finance/accounting.
Graduates of the construction management programs will have the knowledge, as well as the technical, administrative, and communication skills necessary to succeed in the construction industry.
B.S. in Construction Management
120 Credits to Graduate
Students will learn about construction materials and methods through the use of readings, 3D models, hands-on laboratory exercises, and site visits. Construction management courses in estimating and scheduling are also provided, along with a strong background in mathematics, computer technology, business, and other general education subjects.
The B.S. in Construction Management is accredited by the ABET Applied and Natural Science Accreditation Commission.
These supplemental degrees have been designed to provide students with a strong foundation in construction management that prepares them for jobs in construction site supervision and/or for advancement to a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management.
A.A.S. in Construction
Management
63 Credits to Graduate
Students build a strong foundation in construction management that prepares them for construction site supervision jobs or advancement to a B.S. degree.
Construction Management Certificate of Completion
30 Credits to Graduate
These courses prepare students to further their education toward the A.A.S. and/or B.S. degrees in construction management.
Construction Management Certificate of Proficiency
15 Credits to Graduate
Designed to provide high school students an opportunity to obtain a certificate of proficiency in a Career and Technical Education (CTE) field while still enrolled in high school and stack into a certificate, associate, or bachelor's degree.
"The construction management program has given me the knowledge and tools to build a successful career. Attending UVU has been a true investment in my career and life."
Tristan Benton, Construction Management Program
"Here at UVU construction management, students can take emphasis classes in residential, commercial, and heavy civil construction. Estimating, project management, scheduling, problem-solving, and other construction-related skills and knowledge are taught. Students have several opportunities to compete in teams against other school from around the nation in a real-life simulation of actual projects.
UVU students have earned excellent awards and great job offers and careers. Construction management is a rewarding and high-paying career. Classes and a degree from UVU construction management has prepared many successful professionals who have rewarding careers."
