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Construction Management, BPS

At the foundation of every successful building project—whether it involves high-rise buildings, vital infrastructure, or affordable housing—is an accomplished construction manager. With a focus on business administration, project controls, safety management, CMIT certification, sustainability, and technology, this program prepares you to step confidently into leadership and management roles across the complex construction industry.

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Type: Undergraduate, BPS
Credits: 121
Duration: 4 years
Courses: Plan of Study
School and Department: School of Architecture,
Construction Management, Facilities Management, and Real Estate Practice

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Learn the Business Side of Building

Pratt is one of the first and one of the few schools in the nation to offer the Bachelor of Professional Studies in Construction Management, a STEM-designated program. The program equips students with a foundation in technical building sciences and the essential business management skills necessary in this rapidly evolving industry.

Gain Real-World Experience in New York City

Our curriculum is grounded in real-world application. Students benefit from hands-on learning, cutting-edge technology, and computer labs that support the latest trends such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), digital tools, AI Goggles, ProCore construction software and industry-standard software for estimating, scheduling, project management, and green building systems. With deep ties in NYC’s construction industry, students have the opportunity to take on internships while they study.

Earn Industry-Recognized Credentials

Our graduates earn industry-recognized credentials, including the OSHA 30-Hour Safety Card and the Construction Manager in Training (CMIT) certification, both essential steps in becoming a Certified Construction Manager (CCM).

Flexible Scheduling Designed for Career Growth

Students attend a mix of late afternoon and evening courses. All required courses are offered exclusively in the evening, providing flexibility for working professionals and allowing students to pursue valuable internship experiences.

Tailored Learning Paths

Students may customize their education through a variety of electives and minors that focus on real estate development, BIM technology, sustainability, and entrepreneurship.

Student Work

In their senior year, students take a Capstone course, which is a culmination of all the knowledge, skills, and aptitudes they have learned during their academic journey. Students’ Capstone project examples are as follows:

Expert Faculty, Real-World Insight

Experienced industry professionals, including senior executive leaders and business owners from the architecture, real estate, facilities management, and construction fields, our faculty bring a wealth of real-world knowledge into the classroom, teaching students the latest advancements in building sciences. Creative professionals and dedicated educators, they are deeply committed to mentoring students and cultivating their potential.

Howard Albert
Adjunct Assistant Professor – CCE
Lennart Andersson
Adjunct Associate Professor
Daniel Crow
Visiting Assistant Professor
Jerrod Delaine
Visiting Assistant Professor; SCPS Lecturer
Bryan Diffley
Visiting Assistant Professor
Tomi Hikida
Associate Professor
Sadia Janjua
Visiting Assistant Professor
Ryan King
Visiting Associate Professor
Hillary Lobo
Visiting Assistant Professor
Konstantinos Maimis
Visiting Assistant Professor
Wilfredo Moran
Visiting Assistant Professor
Jennifer Murphy
Visiting Assistant Professor
Clifford Opurum
Visiting Professor
Mark Porter
Visiting Assistant Professor
Porie Saikia
Visiting Associate Professor
Audrey Schultz
Academic Director of Construction Management
Marjorie St. Elin
Visiting Associate Professor
Kasian Warenycia
Visiting Assistant Professor

Career-Ready Graduates

Graduates are thoroughly prepared to embark on their professional careers in leadership roles within construction, facilities, and project management sectors. They enter the workforce with skills and applied knowledge across critical areas, including construction project management, business operations, project leadership, and technical expertise.

Where They Work

You will find our students and our graduates working at leading companies and organizations such as:

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Turner Construction Co.
Wolf Construction
Sciame Construction
AECOM
Monadnock Construction, Inc.
Clune Construction
Triton Construction
MTA NYC
New York City School Construction Authority
ROM Group, Inc.
Lend Lease
Tishman
Hines
Structure Tone
Shawmut Design & Construction
Gilbane Building Co.
Robert Schwartz Associates
Hunter Roberts
Turner & Townsend
STV
SeaDar
The Whiting-Turner Contracting Co.

Career Support for Life

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Students and alumni can schedule one-on-one appointments with career strategists in Pratt’s Center for Career and Professional Development. A career strategist can work with you to develop your job/internship search strategies and life and business plans, as well as review résumés, cover letters, websites, and other marketing materials.

From the Catalog

View all Construction Management, Facilities Management, and Real Estate Practice courses

The Construction Management bachelor’s degree program requires the completion of 121 credits.

During the first two years of study, students take a combination of classes during the day and in the evening. Junior- and senior-year required courses are offered in the evening to encourage students to engage in an internship and to accommodate working professionals in the field. Students may vary the program through their choice of electives that emphasize architecture, real estate, or other construction and built environment related roles.

Students who graduate from this program are equipped to immediately enter the built environment workforce in construction and/or project management related positions with success. This four-year program provides the full breadth of courses, including leadership, project controls and financial management as well as technical building sciences.

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