Department of Construction Management

Department of Construction Management Building Future Leaders

Our highly-recognized programs feature industry collaborations, service-learning, and national competitions providing hands-on learning opportunities for students. The undergraduate program is the only bachelors degree program in Colorado accredited by the American Council for Construction Education and has been accredited since 1985.

We’re celebrating 80 years of Construction Management at CSU!

Academic Programs and Culture

Programs and Degrees

Construction Management is the overall planning, coordination, and control of a project from inception to completion. Construction managers work with architects and engineers to make the client’s vision a reality and provide creative solutions to the complex challenges inherent in the construction of state-of-the-art structures. CM is one of the most popular majors at Colorado State University and features one of the highest placement rates and entry-level salaries of all majors.

CM Jobsite tour with all in hardhats standing on spiral staircase under construction

Commitment to Access and Success

We are committed to providing a welcoming educational and working environment for everyone. As a Department, we do not tolerate any act of hate, bias, sexual misconduct, sexual assault, or gender discrimination.

Learning Spaces Learning in Action

Careers and Internships

The CM Phelps Placement Office offers in-house internship and job search assistance and counseling, including a construction industry career fair each semester, industry interviews, and year-round intern and job postings.

Competition Teams

Professional organizations in the construction industry sponsor regional and national student competitions, which offers you an excellent opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills learned in the classroom.