Career Paths

2009 Construction Industry Career Fair

Building Construction Program graduates enjoy excellent employment prospects as they enter the workforce. Students in the Program are provided with numerous opportunities to network with members of industry. Students and graduates are also invited to participate in the Program-sponsored Annual Construction Industry Career Fair to search for full-time positions, internships and co-op placements.

Graduates are recruited by general commercial contractors, residential homebuilders, trade contractors, project/program management firms, cost consulting firms, real estate development companies, building material suppliers, and government agencies. A Building Construction degree also prepares graduates for the entrepreneurial opportunity of starting their own businesses.

Typical jobs for Building Construction graduates include:

Project Managers: Responsible for project oversight, coordination, planning, scheduling, and budget control, either for a general contracting company or trade contractor.

Developers: Manage all phases of projects for real estate developers from administration and conception to financing, planning, and coordination.

Construction Managers: Plan and manage building projects from the program phase through design and construction, including scheduling and estimating for a client company.

Owners Representatives: Manage multiple projects from design through construction for large institutional and corporate owners.

Building Systems and Materials: Conduct research, development, and marketing in production areas of building systems, materials, and equipment.

In addition to the Program's full-time Academic Advisor, the BC Program is fortunate to have a dedicated liaison in Georgia Tech's Career Services Office to assist students in preparing for their future careers. If you need help preparing your resume, or prepping for an interview, feel free to contact Career Services at (404) 894-2550.