Construction & Facility Management
About the Major
A major in Construction and Facility Management prepares you for a career in the built environment. Students in the program blend design and engineering concepts with essential skills in business, construction, and facility management.
Students also gain aptitude in estimating documents, scheduling contracts, planning project execution, measuring results and ensuring quality, and project management.
Study Construction Management
Career Outcomes
Where do students work after graduation?
Where do students work after graduation?
| Job Title | Organization | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Construction Manager | Tulte Group | Woodbury, MN |
| Assistant Project Manager | APi Group | New Brighton, MN |
| Assistant Project Manager | Benike Construction | Rochester, MN |
| Assistant Project Manager | Engelsma Construction | New Hope, MN |
| Assistant Project Manager | Harris Company | St. Paul, MN |
| Assistant Project Manager | Valley Paving | Minneapolis, MN |
| Construction Manager Trainee | Lennar Corporation | Plymouth, MN |
| Construction Project Manager | CBRE | Des Moines, IA |
| Engineer | McGough Construction | Roseville, MN |
| Field Engineer | Mortenson | Bishop Hill, IL |
| Field Engineer | Mortenson | Bellingham, WA |
| Field Engineer | PCL Construction Services | Prior Lake, MN |
| Project Engineer | Clayco | Chicago, IL |
| Project Engineer | J.E. Dunn | Minneapolis, MN |
| Project Engineer | J.E. Dunn | St. Paul, MN |
| Project Engineer | Knutson Construction | Minneapolis, MN |
| Project Engineer | Kraus-Anderson Construction | Minneapolis, MN |
| Project Engineer | Kraus-Anderson Construction | Minneapolis, MN |
| Project Engineer | McGough Construction | Roseville, MN |
| Project Engineer | PCL Construction Services | Prior Lake, MN |
| Project Engineer | PTL Construction | Johnstown, PA |
| Project Engineer | Ryan Companies | Minneapolis, MN |
| Project Manager | Carl Bolander & Sons Co. | St. Paul, MN |
| Project Manager | McGough Construction | St. Paul, MN |
| Real Estate Agent | Property Executives Realty | Hudson, WI |
| Transportation Generalist | Minnesota Department of Transportation | St. Paul, MN |
Where do students continue education after graduation?
Where do students continue education after graduation?
| Program | School |
|---|---|
| Construction Management | National University |
| Public Policy | University of Minnesota |
| Real Estate Development | IE Bussines School |
Where students interned and gained experience during school
Where are alumni 5 years after graduation?
Where are alumni 5 years after graduation?
| Job Title | Employer |
|---|---|
| Assistant Estimator | Flannery Construction |
| Assistant Project Manager | Knutson Construction Services |
| Chief Operating Officer | Heartland Energy Consultants |
| Construction Project Manager | Darcy Solutions |
| Estimator | Bauer Services |
| Preconstruction Manager | LS Black Constructors |
| Project Manager | Barnard Construction |
| Project Manager | Energy Solutions |
| Project Manager | Gardner Builders |
| Project Manager | Hegg Construction |
| Project Manager | New Hudson Facades |
| Project Manager | Rachel Contracting |
| Project Manager | Ryan Companies |
| Project Manager | Weis Builders |
| Second Lieutenant | United States Marine Corps |
| Senior Project Engineer | Ryan Companies |
| Vice President of Construction | The Boson Company |
Where are alumni 10 years after graduation?
Where are alumni 10 years after graduation?
| Job Title | Employer |
|---|---|
| Director of Construction & Development | WPT Capital Advisors |
| Director of Design and Construction | Xcel Energy |
| Enterprise Development Representative | Atlassian |
| Managing Partner | Morphelli |
| Project Manager | Calspan |
| Project Manager | McCarthy Building Companies |
| Project Manager | Miron Construction Companies |
| Project Scheduler | Structure Tone |
| Senior Account Executive | Fieldwire by Hilti |
| Senior Preconstruction Manager | Knutson Construction Services |
| Senior Project Manager | Olympic Companies |
Full outcomes report including salary, locations, satisfaction, and more
Common Entry-Level Job Titles
- BIM Specialist
- Building Inspector
- Construction Superintendent
- Construction Supervisor
- Contractor or Subcontractor
- Facility Manager
- Field Engineer
- General Superintendent
- Owner Representative
- Project Assistant
- Project Manager
- QA/QC Inspector
- Supplier or Vendor
Top Employers
- APi Group
- Engelsma Construction
- Hensel Phelps
- Ironmark Building Company
- JE Dunn Construction
- Kraus-Anderson Construction
- Life Time Group Holdings
- McGough Construction
- Mortenson Construction
- PCL Construction Services
- Ryan Companies
Types of Employers
- Architectural and engineering firms
- Building owners and managers
- General building contractors and subcontractors
- Government agencies
- Real estate developers
- Self-employment
- Specialty consulting firms
- Specialty trade contractors (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc.)
Top Career Resources
- Construction Management Job Postings in Handshake
- Associated General Contractors of MN (AGC)
- Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC)
- Builders Association of MN (BAM)
- International Facility Management Association - Minneapolis (IFMA)
- Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA)
- Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA)
- Construction Management Association of America (CMAA)
- National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)
- National Association of Remodeling Industry (NARI)
- Construction Marketing Association (CMA)
- Construct*ium
Meet Your Career Consultant
Liz (she/her) can assist you with
- Major and career exploration
- Internship planning
- Job searching
- Interview prep and practice
- Grad school planning and more...
Additional Resources
In addition to these resources we recommend the following strategies to locate more information about careers related to your major:
- O*NET and Careerwise. These tools provide comprehensive information about a wide range of careers including typical duties, salaries, employment outlook, skills and interests.
- Locate professional associations related to your major or career interests by conducting a Google Search on “(Name of major/career area/industry) professional associations.” Try these keywords: construction, management, residential, commercial, independent contractors, project management
- Get involved in one of the many industry-related student groups on campus. These groups provide links to experiences, guest speakers, and discussion with like-minded students.
- CCAPS Pura Vida Tour