Engineering - Construction Management M.S.

A STEM-designated Construction Management M.S. built for the professionals who plan, budget, and build New York City.

Earn your Construction Management M.S. at Manhattan University in the heart of New York City, on a schedule that works around your career. This 33-credit graduate program is open to candidates from engineering, science, and business backgrounds, and it develops the planning, scheduling, cost, and risk skills that move complex projects from groundbreaking to completion.

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Credit Hours
33
Time to Complete
1.5 Years Full-Time | 2–3 Years Part-Time
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This program is part of Civil & Environmental Engineering

The Manhattan University Difference

What Sets Us Apart

The Master of Science in Civil Engineering at Manhattan University combines a strong design emphasis with the resources of a university nicknamed "The University That Built New York." Students customize their studies across three specialized tracks while working side by side with faculty on research and hands-on design, all within reach of the nation's most demanding infrastructure market.

Industry-Experienced Faculty

Faculty bring real-world expertise in civil and construction practice, and many invite students to participate in research projects, panels, and conferences throughout New York City.

 

NYC Construction Access

Students intern and build careers with industry leaders, including AECOM, Turner Construction, Lendlease, Hunter Roberts, and WSP, in a market that never stops building.

CMAA Professional Network

Manhattan's chapter of the Construction Management Association of America connects students directly with working professionals and the standards that define the field.

 

Built for Working Professionals

Day and evening courses across fall, spring, and summer let full-time and part-time students earn the degree on a schedule that fits a working career.

 

Proven Alumni Success

A hallmark of the program is its graduates, many of whom now hold executive-level roles at construction firms in New York City and across the country.

 

Open to Many Backgrounds

Candidates from engineering, science, and business join the program, bringing a range of experience that strengthens the learning community and reflects real project teams.

33

Minimum credit hours to earn the degree

11

Graduate courses across the program

1.5

Years to completion for full-time students

$98.9K

Average salary for construction managers

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

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Skills You Will Build

Through program coursework, students develop the technical and management skills that define the construction profession in both the public and private sectors:

  • Planning and scheduling
  • Project control
  • Construction law
  • Engineering risk and decision analysis
  • Building system design
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Curriculum & Courses

Explore graduate coursework that builds practical command of the planning, cost, legal, and management skills used on active construction projects. Students complete a minimum of seven approved construction management courses, with the balance drawn from approved engineering electives.

33 credits across 11 courses. Complete the degree entirely in construction management coursework, or take a minimum of seven construction management courses plus approved engineering electives, in consultation with the Graduate Program Director. To view the full curriculum and program requirements, please visit Manhattan University’s academic catalog.

  • Construction Estimation
  • Construction Law
  • Construction Planning and Scheduling
  • Construction Project Delivery
  • Construction Quality and Safety
  • Contracts and Specifications
  • Engineering Risk and Decision Analysis
  • Introduction to Construction Management
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A Program Hallmark

Why Study Construction Management at Manhattan University?

Manhattan University's curriculum is built to develop the construction manager of the future: a professional who is technically capable, focused on innovation, entrepreneurial in spirit, globally and socially aware, and a leader in the community. Intensive instruction across three semesters prepares students in both project management and construction management, with guest speakers from highly regarded firms and opportunities to join panels through the University's CMAA chapter.

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Why Study in New York City

New York City is one of the most active and complex construction markets in the world, with a constant pipeline of high-rise, infrastructure, transit, and development projects that demand skilled construction managers. Studying here places students steps from the firms, job sites, and professional networks shaping the built environment. At Manhattan University, students apply classroom learning through internships, projects, and partnerships with leading NYC construction companies, building the technical confidence and professional network needed to advance in one of the nation's most competitive construction markets.

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Construction Management: Build the Career You Want

At Manhattan University, Construction Management students gain hands-on skills, individualized mentorship, and the industry access of New York City, preparing them to lead projects with confidence and impact.

Practice-Focused Curriculum

Coursework in scheduling, estimating, law, and project controls maps directly to the work of leading active construction projects.

Expert Faculty Mentorship

Faculty guide students through research, projects, and professional development drawn from decades of construction experience.

NYC Industry Advantage

Access internships and roles across the firms building New York City, from high-rise developers to major infrastructure contractors.

Supportive Learning Community

Benefit from small class sizes, guided experiential learning, and an active CMAA chapter that connects students to the field.

Career Advancement

Graduates advance into management roles or pursue doctoral study, with alumni leading firms across New York City and the nation.

Flexible Scheduling

Day and evening courses across three semesters let working professionals earn the degree without stepping away from their careers.

At the School of Engineering, we prepare students to lead complex projects from the first drawing to the final inspection. Our Construction Management graduates step onto job sites and into management roles already fluent in the planning, scheduling, and risk decisions that move real projects forward.

Kathryn W. Jablokow, Ph.D.

Dean, School of Engineering

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Career Outcomes

Potential Careers

Graduates are equipped to step into senior and specialized roles across the design, construction, and infrastructure sectors, turning advanced engineering knowledge into projects that shape the built environment.

Where graduates have worked or interned: Thornton Tomasetti, Mueser Rutledge, Langan, Keller, Silman, and WSP Global, among other leading firms.

  • Business Operations Manager
  • Construction Manager
  • Project Manager
  • Project Supervisor
  • Cost Estimator
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About

The School of Engineering

Known as "The University That Built New York," Manhattan University's School of Engineering has shaped the systems, structures, and innovations of New York City for more than a century. Our ABET-accredited programs are recognized for rigorous academics, hands-on laboratory experience, and a Lasallian commitment to using engineering for the good of humanity. Manhattan University is a Top 50-ranked engineering school with 19 alumni elected to the National Academy of Engineering. Located in New York City, the School offers students unmatched access to industry partners, internships, and real-world projects across construction, infrastructure, transportation, and the built environment. With small class sizes, dedicated faculty mentorship, and a strong tradition of service, our graduates are exceptionally well-prepared to lead in today's engineering profession.

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Program Costs & Financial Aid

Manhattan University is committed to making a high-quality, career-focused graduate education accessible and affordable. Graduate students may qualify for assistantships, scholarships, and federal aid that significantly reduce the overall cost of attendance.

A Manhattan University education is an investment in your future, and we are dedicated to helping you access the resources that make it possible.

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Admissions Information

Start Your Journey in Construction Management

Applying to Manhattan University is designed to be clear and accessible. The Construction Management M.S. is open to candidates with a background in engineering, science, or business who are ready to advance in the construction industry. Review the requirements below to take the next step toward a future leading construction projects.

Requirements:

  • A baccalaureate degree in an engineering, science, or business field from an accredited institution, plus work experience in construction or construction management
  • A minimum 3.00 GPA (4.00 scale) for junior- and senior-year coursework
  • Complete official transcripts for all undergraduate and any graduate coursework
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • A brief resume showing education and experience

International applicants must meet English-language proficiency requirements (TOEFL 80 iBT, IELTS 6.5, TOEIC 690, or Duolingo 110).

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At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.

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