Careers

The Online Master of Science in Civil Engineering: Construction Engineering program prepares graduates to lead the large infrastructure projects of today and tackle the challenges of the future. Earning your master’s degree in the field can lead to increased job opportunities and career advancement.

Career Outlook

As the country continues to modernize and replace aging infrastructure — roads, bridges, airports and other critical systems — heavy construction engineers and management professionals are in high demand.

At the same time, heavy construction projects are more complex than ever, due to advances in technology and materials, environmental and energy concerns, legal issues and new management practices. These factors have heightened the need for engineering professionals with advanced training and degrees in the field.

Solid Earning Potential

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, construction managers earned a median annual salary of $106,980 and civil engineers earned a median salary of $99,590 in 2024.

Career Readiness

Graduates of this program work in positions as project engineers, senior construction managers, construction project managers, owner’s representatives and other related job roles. Our alumni work around the world at many of the leading companies in the industry.

Read Alumni Stories

You can read interviews with some of our accomplished alumni to learn how earning their master's degree gave them the tools and skills they needed to advance in their careers.