Construction Administration (BA)

Overview

Construction management is one of the largest and most diversified industries in the country and we see evidence of its impact in all aspects of our daily lives. Interstate roads, buildings, bridges, and a variety of residential, commercial, and industrial structures are developed and built using human capital, equipment, and resources in an effective, efficient, safe, and timely manner. Creating this type of physical infrastructure requires employees who have the technical, management, and leadership skills to coordinate multifaceted projects. This field also seeks professionals who can analyze situations, deal with challenges and time pressures, solve problems, communicate effectively, and conduct business in a fair and ethical manner.

Employers increasingly prefer to hire individuals with a bachelor’s degree in construction management, construction science, or civil engineering, as well as industry work experience. As construction processes become increasingly complex, employers are placing a growing importance on education which includes technical training offered by local community colleges and baccalaureate degree programs from four-year colleges and universities.
Advancement opportunities for construction managers may vary according to individual work performance and the size and type of firm in which they are employed.

Opportunities may occur over time for qualified and experienced personnel to become top-level managers and executives, independent consultants, project arbitrators, and establish their own businesses. Excellent employment opportunities for construction managers are expected through 2014 because the number of positions will exceed the qualified individuals who are seeking the occupation. Individuals who transfer to other fields or retire will also create a void for having experienced and educated managers and leaders in the field (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2006-07).

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