Construction Management
- Overview
- Careers
- New Freshmen
- New Transfer
- Illinois State Students
Accredited by the American Council For Construction Education (ACCE), the Construction Management major develops leaders for the building construction industry.
Through an interdisciplinary curriculum, students receive a background in:
- construction management
- administration
- technology
- architectural and engineering principles
- business
- applied science
- mathematics
The program focuses on production, technical, and management capabilities rather than design and craft skills.
Why Study Construction Management?
Construction requires well-educated professionals who can manage the complexities of building. Quality, affordable structures with a variety of complex technological systems are in high demand. Building and facility construction typically comes with an aggressive timeline.
The practical experience in the Construction Management major at Illinois State ensures you can successfully and safely manage time, cost, labor, materials, and other resources.
Related Skills
- Strong communication skills
- The ability to converse in another language could be an asset
Being Successful in the Field
- Work experience in the field or an internship
- A solid background in business and management
- An understanding of contracts, plans, and specifications
- Knowledgeable about construction methods, materials, and regulations
- Familiarity with computers and software programs for job costing, scheduling and estimating
- Attending the construction student organization
- Attending conferences and participating in team competitions
- Attending the Career Day held by the Department of Technology and Illinois State University’s Employment Fairs
Related Fields
Landscape Architects
- Program manager
- Construction manager
- Construction superintendent
- Project engineer
- Project manager
- Construction supervisor
- General contractor
- Estimator
- Field orproject engineer
- Quality assurance supervisor
- Safety officer
- Building code administrator
- Sales representative
- Self-employed contractor
- Insurance adjuster
- Realtor
Employers
- Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning and Electrical Contractors
- Building Equipment Contractors
- Non residential Building Construction
- Residential Building Construction
- Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors
- Governmental Positions
- Real Estate Firms
Strategies
- Bachelor’s or higher degree in Construction Management
- Minor inbusiness
- Practical experience working in construction
- Strong background in building technology
Other Professions
- Estimator
- Construction manager
- Field or project engineer
- Quality assurance supervisor
- Safety officer
- Building code administrator
- Sales representative
- Self-employed contractor
- Insurance adjuster
- Realtor
- Service Manager Project Supervisor/Superintendent
- Project Manage
- Specialty Trade Contractors
- General Building Contractors
- Architectural Firms
- Engineering Firms
- Civil Engineers
Career Industry Liaison
| Name | Office | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debbie Ungson-Walbert | 208 Bone Student Center | dungson@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-2200 |
Internship Coordinator
| Name | Office | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Randy Jacobs | Turner Hall 120A | rdjacob3@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-2609 |
Applying to Illinois State
Illinois State's preferred filing period for freshman students for the fall semester is September 1-November 15. Applying early is encouraged, as the University must limit enrollment due to space at the University and in specific majors/programs. Visit the Office of Admissions to apply today!
Plan of Study
This information is based on requirements for the academic year(s) indicated. Students should consult the catalog year they were admitted under for their academic requirements.
Applying to Illinois State
Illinois State's preferred filing period for fall transfer students is September 1-January 15. For the spring semester, the preferred filing period is from April 1-August 1. You are encouraged to apply early in the preferred filing period for best consideration for admission into competitive majors. Visit the Office of Admissions to apply today!
Minimum GPA
2.50
Middle 50% GPA
2.72 - 3.29
Required Courses
None
Recommended Courses
To find the course equivalencies at an Illinois community college, please review our Course Articulation Guides.
- Fundamentals of Psychology (PSY 110)
- Trigonometry (MAT 108)
- Applied Calculus (MAT 121)
- Financial Accounting (ACC 131)
- Chemistry & Society (CHE 102)
- Economics-Micro & Macro (ECO 101 and 102)
- Legal, Ethical, & Social Environment of Business (FIL 185)
- Statistical Reasoning (MQM 100)
- Fundamentals of Physics (PHY 105)
Academic Advising
| Name | Office | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashley Berg | Turner Hall 215B | ahowe2@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-2665 |
Minimum GPA
2.50
Middle 50% GPA
2.72 - 3.29
Plan of Study
This information is based on requirements for the academic year(s) indicated. Students should consult the catalog year they were admitted under for their academic requirements.
Application Period
Applications open February 1-28 and September 1-30.
Application Information
Current students can use the Apply to Your Program tool on My.IllinoisState.edu.
Academic Advising
| Name | Office | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashley Berg | Turner Hall 215B | ahowe2@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-2665 |