Accepting applications for Winter 2027 through October 1, 2026, and Fall 2027 through June 15, 2027.

MASTER OF ENGINEERING IN

Construction Engineering & Management

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Program Curriculum
Career Outcomes
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Tuition & Fees

Study and Earn Your MEng Online. Lead and Build On-site.

Around the world, the construction industry is growing. This growth creates a need for skilled professionals who can improve processes and save time and money. Graduates with a Construction Engineering and Management degree can successfully fill this need at the management level. This program prepares graduates to manage projects, understand construction finance, analyze risks, navigate contracts, leverage modern technologies, and more.

Flexible Learning for Working Professionals

26

Total Credits

1-5 yrs

Part-Time or Full-Time

100%

Online Delivery

Start

Fall & Winter Semesters

What's exciting about construction engineering and management is that it combines knowledge from engineering, business, and law and brings them together in the context of construction projects.
Carol Menassa, PhD
Program Faculty Member

Program Curriculum

The Construction Engineering and Management program focuses on industry-relevant topics. This includes project design, maintenance, evaluation, and life-cycle assessment. Graduates gain an understanding of the most efficient and sustainable methods in use today.

  • Develop the ability to organize, plan, schedule, and control construction projects using industry-standard methods and tools
  • Analyze and manage construction costs and resources
  • Use probabilistic models, simulations, and analysis to make informed construction decisions
  • Broaden technical and managerial skills by taking electives from related disciplines like business, architecture, sustainability, or industrial engineering
  • Grow key skills: building information modeling, construction cost engineering, risk analysis and simulation, engineering process modeling, and sustainable construction practices
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Career Outcomes

9%

Career Growth

The construction management field is projected to grow 9% from 2024 to 2034.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections.

$106K

Median Salary

Construction managers earn a median annual salary of $106,980.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook

177K

Job Postings

In 2024, there were 177,723 unique job postings in this field—demonstrating strong demand for construction engineering and management professionals.

Source: Lightcast™ (2024). Unique job postings for 1/2024 to 1/2025.

Career Paths
of Our Graduates

Construction Engineering and Management graduates launch careers in roles such as:

  • Architectural Designer
  • Civil Engineer
  • Construction Engineer
  • Design Construction Coordinator
  • Field Engineer
  • Mechanical Designer
  • Project Controls Consultant
  • Project Engineer
  • Structural Engineer
  • Virtual Design Construction Coordinator

Source: University of Michigan Engineering Career Resource Center

Top Companies
Hiring Our Graduates

Our alumni are making an impact at leading organizations, including:

  • Amazon
  • Barton Malow
  • Bechtel
  • Black & Veatch
  • DPR Construction
  • Fluor Corporation
  • Ghafari Associates
  • Tesla
  • Turner Construction Company
  • Whiting-Turner

Source: University of Michigan Engineering Career Resource Center

How to Apply

Submit your application through the Michigan Engineering online application portal.

Requirement Details
Bachelor's degree Engineering, science, mathematics, or a related technical field.
GPA 3.0 or above (4.0 scale) strongly recommended.
Personal Statement Personal experiences, motivations, and a reflection on your educational journey.
Academic Statement of Purpose Background, goals, and how this program fits your career.
Resume / CV Current professional or academic resume.
Letters of Recommendation Three letters from academic or professional references.
Transcripts Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
English proficiency TOEFL or IELTS required if native language is not English.
GRE Not required.
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Save Time & Money on Your Degree

You can earn up to 6 credits before you apply for the program by completing the stackable Construction Engineering & Management certificate. Here's how:

  1. Register for the online Construction Engineering & Management certificate.
  2. Complete all 6 courses within 9 months to earn your certificate.
  3. Apply to the online Construction Engineering & Management MEng program.
  4. If you are accepted to the program, your certificate can count for up to 6 credits in the degree program.

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Have questions about the program? Connect with our recruiter.

Alicia Markey

Recruitment and Engagement Coordinator