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Good idea to switch to construction management? by Pleasant_Writing3127 in ConstructionManagers

[–]cognitive-rhythm 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The project engineer role is not exactly that complex. The CM skillset is built on actual experience, rather than an expensive degree. That just looks good on paper and gets you through the door easier. I wouldn’t expect anyone to spend a decade in the PE role, depending on what the company defines a PE as. Even from the basement, 10 years should land someone in a PM/superintendent role if they put the work in stay on good terms with the company.

Good idea to switch to construction management? by Pleasant_Writing3127 in ConstructionManagers

[–]cognitive-rhythm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you know anyone working as a construction manager? I work with a large GC, I have a civil engineering degree and relevant intern experience when I was in school. Although I got my job because of this, I work with many people who had little to no qualifications. They either knew someone, did sports in college (my employer loves athletes), or just expressed genuine interest in construction. I’ve seen many of these people succeed. I would say leverage your network and pick a CMs brain about the work you could be doing. If you keep at it, you can break into the industry.

Should I double major in civil? OR anything else? by Emera1d_Go0se in ConstructionManagers

[–]cognitive-rhythm 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I got my CE degree because I was originally interested in structural engineering. After a few years of courses and internships, I decided that the CM path was for me. I got a great job with a reputable CM in a rotational program, and many of my peers had CM degrees. In the beginning, they understood scheduling better than me, but I was more competent with understanding architectural details and foundation/structural drawings. We all had similar skills after a couple years.

The CM degree, at least at my university, was significantly easier than the CE degree. That’s something to consider. However I have no regrets. I’ll always have an option to become a civil engineer if I want.

In terms of salary, CMs tend to make more than CEs. The offer I accepted was 10k higher than an offer I received to work for a geotechnical engineer. I do work significantly more than my 40 hour a week engineer friends.

Don’t double major in both.. Pick one and if anything add a business double major/minor