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What to Expect in an MS in Construction Management Program

There are many ways to climb the construction career ladder, but there’s something special about the Master of Science in Construction Management. As one of the field’s most trusted credentials, this degree commands respect — and it’s also practical from a skill development perspective. This program promises a deep dive into complex business concepts but in the construction sector context,…

Construction Manager vs. General Contractor: What’s the Difference?

Construction management is a vast and exciting field, offering powerful opportunities to shape built environments and entire communities. Numerous career opportunities within this far-reaching field encourage passionate professionals to craft their careers as they see fit. Exciting roles are available for all types of individuals, encompassing numerous niches and strategies. When you are in the early stages of planning a…

Plan Integration for Resilience Scorecard™ Lab

The Plan Integration for Resilience Scorecard™ (PIRS™) Lab at the Hazard Reduction & Recovery Center aims to improve community resilience planning across Texas, the United States, and internationally through applied research, outreach, and education. The Lab is focused on implementing and advancing the PIRS™ method, which communities can use to systematically and spatially assess – and then integrate – their…

Construction Science Student Team Tops National Electric Competition

The Texas A&M University Construction Science Electrical Team won 1st place at the prestigious Associated Schools of Construction (ASC) Region 6 & 7 Student Competition held in Reno, Nevada last week. This victory comes alongside the first time that Texas A&M has ever entered an Electrical Team into the competition. The ASC Region 6 & 7 competition,…

Mastering the Craft: Texas A&M Students Explore the Timeless Art of Japanese Joinery

Undergraduate architecture students are bridging the gap between digital design and physical construction through a hands-on project focused on traditional Japanese joinery. As part of their final design studio, the technique, known for its precision and ability to create robust, durable joints without the use of nails or glue, has allowed students to explore the intersection of craftsmanship and architectural…

Spring 2025 Architecture Career Fair Hosts 60+ Firms in College Station

The Texas A&M College of Architecture – Department of Architecture will welcome students, architecture design firms, and professionals from the Department’s Architecture+Industry Advisory Council (A+IAC) to its Spring 2025 Architecture Career Fair, which will take place on Thursday, February 20, and Friday, February 21. The two-day event allows architecture students to network, explore job prospects, and engage with top firms…

Construction Science Career Fair Attracts 230 Companies to Compete for Aggie Interns and Employees

Eager to offer internships and jobs to students from the best construction science program in the country, 230 companies in the construction industry will descend on Legends Events Center on February 20-21 for the Construction Industry Advisory Council (CIAC) Career Fair. Hosted twice a year by the Department of Construction Science and its advisory council, students have the opportunity to…

A Day in the Life of a Construction Manager

Construction managers thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments, where they can make the most of their vast skill sets while embracing an ever-changing array of challenges. This is a truly unique field, linking the hands-on satisfaction of construction with the joy of developing and seeing grand visions play out — all while working with diverse teams of passionate professionals. As…

Exploring the Impact of Digital Technology in Construction

These days, you’d be hard-pressed to find an industry that isn’t undergoing some sort of transformation brought on by new technologies and innovations. The field of construction, particularly construction management, is no exception. As new technologies emerge, the scope of the construction manager’s job is also changing. So, how exactly is technology transforming the construction management field as we know…

Landscape Architecture and Urban Planning Career Fair 2025

Texas A&M University’s College of Architecture will host its annual Landscape Architecture and Urban Planning Career Fair on Thursday, Feb. 20, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Hall of Champions in Kyle Field. The career fair offers students the opportunity to connect with 60 potential employers, enhancing and growing their careers in the fields of landscape architecture and…