Construction Management

About this Program

The Bachelor of Science in Construction Management (CM) program focuses on teaching the technical and business skills required to prepare men and women for middle- and upper-level management in the construction industry. The CM major reflects the current needs and trends in the construction industry. It has been developed in cooperation with experts from the construction industry, guidelines established by major construction associations, and feedback from employers and graduates. The CM program is accredited by the American Council for Construction Education.

Perspectives on Construction Management

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Construction Management Program News

• Spring EMU CM Career Fair 2022

  On March 16th, 2022, 4:00 – 6:30 PM Eastern Constructors hosted our Spring EMU Construction Management Career Fair, which had 39 contractors and over 75 student attendees. The support from contractors is a pivotal component of our students’ future careers. The demand for new talent in the construction industry for internships and full-time employment is at an all-time high. We look forward to even more growth in the industry in the future!

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• Donation of Structural Steel Members to the Construction Management Program

  Mr. Mike Joseph, on behalf of DeMaria,  donated structural steel members to the Eastern Michigan University Structures Class in the Construction Management program. The steel members will be used to help students understand the different shapes and sizes of steel and their uses in structures.

  In addition, Marty Huizar, Director of Health & Safety, spoke to the EMU Construction Management Safety Class about safe construction practices. His presentation included photos and videos demonstrating safe and unsafe practices. Marty talked about DeMaria's culture and how safety before production is not just words but how we do business.

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Construction Management Alumni News

• EMU CM Student Alumni Summit 2022

  On March 16th, 2022, 6:30 – 7:45 PM, the EMU Construction Management Alumni hosted the Student Alumni Summit. Attendance included EMU CM Alumni, students in the EMU CM program, and EMU CM faculty. The event featured Tiffany Vorhies, the Vice President of SME as a guest speaker, in addition to discussions on the mentoring program and EMU CM Alumni updates. There were also many networking activities where students could interact with alumni to better understand the industry and career outlooks.

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• Donation of 100 STEM Kits to Ypsilanti Students

  The Construction Management Alumni received school supplies donations and put together 100 STEM Kits for students in Ypsilanti. The kits were dropped off July 1st and have been distributed.

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Affiliated Organizations

• American Council for Construction Education (ACCE)
• The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC)
• Associated Schools of Construction (ASC)
• Builders & Remodelers Association of Greater Ann Arbor (BRAG)
• American Institute of Constructors (AIC)
• Eastern Constructors (ES)
• Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA)
• National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)
• Washtenaw Contractors Association (WCA)

Campus Tour

Interested in taking a tour of the EMU Campus? Take a 15-stop virtual tour and don't forget to stop at Sill Hall (stop #12) - home of the GameAbove College of Engineering & Technology.