Leadership Training & Industry Partnerships Help Rowan Graduate Build a Path Forward in Construction Management
For alumna Anna Krizin, the Rowan Online bachelor’s in Construction Management was more than just a degree—it was the bridge between working full time and advancing her career. Drawn to the flexibility of online learning and the program’s strong reputation, Anna found Rowan exceeded her expectations with supportive professors, leadership-focused coursework and connections to the building trades.
Now an engineering manager at Torcon, a construction management and general contracting firm with over 50 years in business, Anna uses the skills she built at Rowan to support engineers in the field, develop processes and mentor the next generation of construction professionals.
Where a Construction Management Degree Can Take You
Graduates of Rowan’s Construction Management program often move into leadership roles across construction, engineering and project management. Many work in positions that oversee major building projects, coordinate teams or ensure safety and compliance on-site.
With a Rowan Online degree in construction management, career paths can include roles such as:
- Construction Manager
- Engineering Manager
- Project Engineer
- General Contractor
- Safety Manager
- Facilities Manager
What Does a Construction Management Major Learn?
The Rowan Online bachelor’s in Construction Management degree combines technical knowledge with leadership training to prepare students for advancement in the industry.
Coursework covers areas such as:
- Leadership and management in construction
- Project planning and scheduling
- Construction safety and regulations
- Cost estimating and budgeting
- Contracts and construction law
Students gain not just technical skills, but also the leadership, communication and problem-solving abilities needed to guide teams and manage large projects. For Anna, the leadership courses were especially impactful—helping her grow in how she approached professors, peers and now, her own staff.
Where Rowan Construction Management Grads Work
Based on Lightcast data for Rowan University’s Bachelor’s in Construction Management alumni, these are the top occupations graduates hold — roles that often combine technical expertise with leadership responsibilities.
- Project Management Specialists
- Construction Managers
- Carpenters
- Chief Executives
- General and Operations Managers
- Cost Estimators
- Electricians
- Facilities Managers
- Civil Engineers
- Electronics Engineers, Except Computer
Rowan construction management graduates work across a wide array of companies, including:
- International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW)
- United Brotherhood Of Carpenters & Joiners of America
- Earle And Company
- Jacobs Solutions
- United States Air Force
- HSC Builders & Construction Managers
- Commitment Community Church
- United Association of Union Plumbers, Fitters, Welders and Service Techs
- Amazon
Why Rowan for Your B.A. in Construction Management Degree?
Rowan’s Construction Management program stands out for its flexibility and strong industry connections. Students can complete their degree entirely online, making it accessible for full-time workers and union members balancing demanding schedules.
Rowan also partners with North America’s Building Trades Unions (NABTU), offering educational opportunities that help union members take the next step in their careers. As Anna explains, “A lot of trades people don’t know where to go to, and Rowan gave them that opportunity.”
As a Top 100 public research institution, the fastest growing public research university in the Northeast and in the Top 10 nationwide, Rowan delivers affordable, high-quality education with direct ties to industry needs. For students like Anna, that means leaving with not just a degree, but with the confidence and preparation to lead.