Where innovation meets leadership
Elevate your career with the University of Utah's online M.S. in Construction Engineering
- Advance your career in construction engineering by building your leadership expertise and practical experience.
- Our program builds upon recent graduates' knowledge while advancing working professionals' career potential.
- Gain leadership skills, advanced techniques, and a comprehensive approach to tackle large-scale projects.
From Engineer to Manager: Master the Business of Construction
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Bridging the Gap Between Engineering and Management
The construction industry is evolving, and there’s a growing need for engineers who can step into leadership roles. Our MS in Construction Engineering bridges the gap between technical expertise and management acumen, equipping engineers with the skills needed to lead projects, teams, and companies.
Designed for professionals looking to advance their careers, this program goes beyond traditional engineering education. We focus on project management, leadership, finance, risk analysis, and emerging technologies, giving engineers the tools to transition into high-impact managerial and executive positions.
Who can benefit from the Construction Engineering Master's Program?
Current Students
Students who wish to build upon their bachelor's degree-level knowledge of construction engineering and position themselves as leaders in the industry:
- Students with a degree in construction engineering who want to be placed in above entry-level positions upon entering the industry.
- Students with an adjacent engineering degree who want to pivot to a career in construction.
Likely salary within 3 years after finishing the master's degree:
$110,00
Expected Salary
Working Professionals
Working professionals who, after finishing their bachelor's degree, are currently in the construction industry and would like to transition from engineers to managers and become industry leaders:
- Professionals in the transitional period from engineer to manager.
- Professionals with work experience who wish to enter the construction industry.
- Military veterans with a bachelor's degree in engineering who want to pursue a career in construction.
Likely salary within 5 years after finishing the master's degree:
$250,000
Expected Salary
Learn from Industry Leaders
Our faculty bring a unique blend of academic rigor and hands-on experience, with decades of leadership across global infrastructure projects, cutting-edge construction delivery methods, and advanced materials research. From managing complex megaprojects and championing Design-Build practices to pioneering innovations in asphalt materials and mechanical testing, our team is shaping the future of construction engineering—both in the field and the classroom.
Meet the experts driving innovation in construction engineering—equipping students with the skills, insight, and leadership mindset to advance their careers and excel in today’s construction industry.
Dr. Michael Barber
- P.E.; Ph.D., Civil Engineering
- Affiliation: University of Utah
- Background: Academia and Private Consulting
Dr. Barber has over 30 years of experience in hydrology and water resources working in academics and in private consulting. Michael is very involved in multi-stakeholder projects where consensus building and information transfer are vital components. He is currently working on an investigation of climate change and land development impacts on water quantity and quality, using remote sensing techniques to determine crop water requirements at the watershed scale, and improving water security in Pakistan.
Dr. Christian Brockmann
- Ph.D., Construction Engineering + Ph.D., Economics
- Affiliation: University of Utah
- Background: Academia and Heavy Civil Construction Industry
Dr. Christian Brockmann has led large-scale construction projects worldwide, such as the Bang Na Expressway in Thailand and the Port Said Tunnels in Egypt. His extensive academic background includes degrees in Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, and Construction Management, equipping him to oversee complex projects.
Travis Davis
- B.S., Architecture
- Affiliation: Hugh Contractors
- Background: Building Construction
Specializing in Design-Build and CM/GC, Travis is experienced in all forms of construction types, with a strong emphasis on tilt-up concrete construction - helping drive tilt-up to greater efficiency, value, and time-to-market. His team produces at least one Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) award winning project every year.
Dr. Abbas Rashidi
- Ph.D., Construction Engineering
- Affiliation: University of Utah
- Background: Academia
Since joining the University of Utah in 2017, Dr. Rashidi has always been an advocator of Design-Build as an efficient and modern delivery method for construction projects. He has been incorporating the Design-Build contents and the emerging technologies that facilitate better execution of this delivery method into his teaching and research activities.
Dr. Pedro Romero-Zambrana
- P.E.; Ph.D., Civil Engineering
- Affiliation: University of Utah
- Background: Infrastructure Construction
Dr. Romero is a recognized expert in the area of asphalt materials and mechanical testing. His research aims to create more sustainable construction materials, with projects ranging from mechanical testing, mechanics of materials including visco-elasticity and plasticity, design and construction of pavements using mechanistic methods, and maintenance and rehabilitation of infrastructure systems.
David Veech
- M.S., Industrial Management
- Ohio State University
- Background: Academia, Business, Military
David Veech teaches operational excellence, lean systems, and lean leadership. David has written two best-selling books, taught at four universities, founded 2 successful international consulting firms that transformed organizations in dozens of industries and government agencies, and co-founded a non-profit.
Distinguished Alumni of our Program
Spending 30 years in education as a professor of civil engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Michael ultimately earned emeritus status in 2003. While employed by the prestigious university, Dr. Darter published hundreds of technical publications on transportation engineering infrastructure. Likewise, he is recognized as an expert in highway and airport pavement design, construction, evaluation, maintenance, and rehabilitation. In addition, Michael founded and managed ERES Consultants, Inc. from 1980 - 1999 and served as a senior principal engineer, conducting many national research and project design builds until retiring in 2022.
With over 30 years of experience in the construction industry, Brandon has progressed from hands-on field roles to executive leadership, developing expertise in heavy civil construction, alternative project delivery, and transportation infrastructure. Since becoming President in 2016, he has driven RLW's strategic growth, overseeing major infrastructure projects, expanding the companies market presence, and fostering relationships with key industry stakeholder. His expertise in financial oversight, project execution, and business development has solidified RLW's reputation as a leader in heavy civil and alternatative project delivery methods.