BSc (Hons) Construction Management with Foundation Year
Course Overview
The Construction Management degree course has been designed to meet the needs of today’s construction industry, giving you the specialist skills and knowledge needed to manage a construction project from inception and design through to occupation.
The Construction Management industry is a very practical, technical and hands-on environment, and teaching and learning on the course reflects this. You will learn from real life examples, work-related learning, practical sessions, site inspections and expert guest speakers from the sector – all of which brings learning to life and makes for a dynamic student experience.
Upon graduation, you will be able to deliver construction projects safely, on time, on budget, and to the highest possible quality and construction standards. You will be able to apply the key theories, concepts and principles used in construction management – including measurement, building appraisal and performance, design – and will benefit from having a solid base in general business management theory.
As a Construction Management graduate, you will also be able to apply evidence-based approaches to analysis, evaluation, decision making and problem solving within the construction industry, making you the true specialist that employers are looking for.
Career progression
A BSc (Hons) Construction Management degree offers a range of career opportunities in the construction industry. Here’s a detailed career progression pathway, including entry-level roles, mid-level positions, senior roles, and executive opportunities, along with average salaries and advancement potential.
1. Site Assistant
- Role: Support site management teams, assist with project coordination, and handle administrative tasks.
- Average Salary: £22,000 – £30,000 per year.
- Career Progression: Move into roles such as Site Manager or Project Coordinator.
2. Construction Project Coordinator
- Role: Assist in managing project schedules, budgets, and communication between stakeholders.
- Average Salary: £24,000 – £35,000 per year.
- Career Progression: Potential to advance to Site Manager or Project Manager.
3. Assistant Site Manager
- Role: Support the Site Manager in overseeing daily site operations, ensuring project specifications and safety regulations are met.
- Average Salary: £25,000 – £38,000 per year.
- Career Progression: Opportunities to move into Site Manager or Project Manager roles.
4. Site Manager
- Role: Oversee construction sites, manage teams, ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to required standards.
- Average Salary: £30,000 – £47,000 per year.
- Career Progression: Potential to advance to Senior Site Manager or Project Manager.
5. Project Manager
- Role: Manage construction projects from inception to completion, including planning, budgeting, and coordinating with clients and contractors.
- Average Salary: £35,000 – £57,000 per year.
- Career Progression: Can move into Senior Project Manager or Operations Manager roles.
6. Construction Manager
- Role: Oversee multiple projects, manage site managers, and ensure compliance with regulations and project goals.
- Average Salary: £40,000 – £60,000 per year.
- Career Progression: Opportunities for advancement to Senior Construction Manager or Director of Construction.
7. Senior Project Manager
- Role: Lead large and complex projects, develop strategies, and manage project portfolios.
- Average Salary: £50,000 – £70,000 per year.
- Career Progression: Potential to advance to Construction Director or Head of Projects.
8. Construction Director
- Role: Oversee overall construction operations, strategic planning, and high-level project management.
- Average Salary: £60,000 – £90,000 per year.
- Career Progression: Opportunities to move into executive roles such as Head of Construction or Regional Director.
9. Head of Construction
- Role: Manage the construction department, develop strategies, and oversee multiple construction projects and teams.
- Average Salary: £70,000 – £95,000 per year.
- Career Progression: Can advance to roles like Operations Director or Chief Operating Officer (COO).
10. Chief Operating Officer (COO)
- Role: Oversee all company operations, including strategic planning and execution of business objectives.
- Average Salary: £90,000 – £130,000+ per year.
- Career Progression: Potential to advance to Chief Executive Officer (CEO) or other executive roles.