Do you want to lead real-world projects, work with people, and see your ideas take shape—from the first blueprint to the final build?

Major in Construction Management

What is Construction Management?

Construction management is the business and leadership side of building the world around us. When you major in construction management, you’ll learn how to plan, budget, schedule, and manage construction projects from start to finish, including residential homes, offices, hospitals, industrial facilities, and more. Build practical skills in project planning, cost estimating, safety, and construction technology while preparing for a career as construction manager, project manager, estimator, or operations leader in a high-demand industry. LSU offers concentrations in Industrial, Heavy Highway and Civil, Commercial, Residential, and Leadership.

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Program Highlights

Engineering Residential College Live and learn with your peers in a smaller network within the larger campus, offering academic enhancement programs, classes in your residence hall, and corporate sponsored events introducing you to internships and cooperative education programs.

Industry Credentials Graduate with valuable, resume-ready credentials, including OSHA Construction Safety & Health training and Associate Construction Certification from the American Institute of Constructors.

Flexible Degree Options Choose a learning path that fits your life. Earn your degree on campus or online through one of the nation’s top-ranked online construction management programs, recognized by U.S. News & World Report.

Network Connections Roughly 75% of recent graduates are working in the commercial or industrial sectors shortly after graduation thanks to internships, industry partnerships, and a strong LSU alumni network across Louisiana and the Gulf Coast.

What You Can Do

An LSU degree opens doors to a wide range of career paths and professional opportunities. With a strong academic foundation, real-world learning, and support from a powerful alumni network, you’ll graduate prepared for success in today’s competitive job market. Whether you’re planning to work in a corporate setting, nonprofit organization, government agency, creative industry, or research lab, LSU equips you with the in-demand skills and hands-on experience employers value most.

Potential Careers

Estimator
Cost Controller
Compliance
Human Resource Manager
Materials Manager
Equipment Manager
Project Manager
Consultant
Sales Associative
Business Developer
Business Owner
Field Engineer
Safety Engineer
Building & Code Inspector

Workplace Settings

Construction Management Firms
General Contracting Companies
Commercial Construction Sites
Residential Construction Projects
Industrial & Infrastructure Projects
Engineering & Design Firms
Architecture & Planning Firms
Construction & Consulting Firms
Real Estate Development Companies
Manufacturing & Materials Suppliers
Safety & Compliance Organizations
Government & Regulatory Agencies
Corporate Facilities & Operations Teams

What Construction Management Looks like

LSU Construction Management

Building Skills

Project Planning & Scheduling Plan timelines, budgets, and resources with industry tools to manage projects efficiently.

Cost Estimating & Budgeting Gain financial and analytical skills to plan bids, budgets, and cost analyses.

Safety & Risk Management Apply OSHA and COSS training to create safe, efficient, and compliant job sites.

Interdisciplinary Integration Combine knowledge of engineering, construction, and business for effective project delivery.

The department helped me prepare for my future career by hosting events such as Construction Week, which includes a career fair, networking event, and interview day. This helped me get my first internship after my freshman year.Nicholas Scandurro

I chose LSU because of the opportunities and success I saw coming from the program, especially as a woman in the field. The department prepared me for the industry by equipping me with the technical knowledge, practical skills, and professional communication abilities needed to succeed.Madison Baglio

The Construction Student Association opened the door to opportunities that shaped my career in a way I never expected, especially through access to LSU’s Construction Industry Advisory Council and the mentorship opportunities connected to it.”Bryan Wesley

Advance your Career

Post-graduate education

LSU offers competitively ranked post-graduate programs designed to help you innovate and lead in your field. Engage in advanced coursework, contribute to impactful research, and learn from expert faculty who are solving real-world challenges across Louisiana and beyond. Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise, pivot into a new industry, or accelerate your career, LSU’s graduate programs open the door to a world of opportunity.

MS in Construction Management PhD in Construction Management

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