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Top Construction Management Software Tools

Explore the top construction management software tools, including scheduling, cost control, and AI features. Compare platforms and find the best solution for your projects.

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Texas A&M Tests Virtual MEP Site Learning With Immersive Platform

Early findings suggest that construction science students learned as much from a virtual tour as from an in-person site visit.

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Construction Science Expands Internship-to-Research Pathway for Undergraduates

The Innovation Ideas Competition and Research Program (I2CRP) pairs undergraduates with faculty to develop practical innovations in two semesters.

Choosing the Best Format for Your Master’s in Construction Management Degree: Online, Hybrid, or In-Person

Compare online vs in-person master’s degree options for construction management. Learn about flexibility, cost, networking, and accreditation.

R.T. Hoog and Trevor Mangold in safety vests and hard hats at the Creek View High School construction site.

Full Circle: Childhood Friends Build High School for Their Hometown

Two Aggies who grew up in Medina Valley ISD now lead the construction of the district's $264 million campus.

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Aggie CMAP 2026: Fostering the Next Generation of Construction Management

Apply for the Aggie CMAP at Texas A&M. A 24-week paid apprenticeship program for careers in renewable energy, transportation, and broadband construction management. Application deadline: May 10.

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Construction Manager Salary Trends: What You Need to Know in 2026

Explore construction manager salary trends, average pay, top-paying states, and job outlook. Learn what factors influence earnings in construction management.

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Larry Fickel ’81 Becomes First in College to Earn Provost Teaching Award

The senior lecturer combines decades of real-world construction experience with a focus on preparing students for their careers — and for life.

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Construction Cost Estimator: Best Practices for Accuracy

Best Practices for Accurate Cost Estimating in Construction Management.

Former Students Named to 2025 Aggie 100 Fastest-Growing Business List

Fifteen former students representing 10 companies were honored during an October 2025 award ceremony.