7-14 City Center Campus Operations Remain Virtual Until Further Notice
JJC Alert: Due to ongoing storm damage repairs, JJC City Center Campus operations will continue virtually for now. The building will remain closed until further notice.
Students should continue to check iCampus for course instructions from faculty members.
Students & employees, please check JJC email for message from Dr. Namuo. All other JJC campuses are operating normally.
More info is available at jjc.edu/closures July 16, 2024 03:19:37
The Construction Management program provides the student with the education and training necessary for employment in the construction industry or as a foundation to pursue additional study in the field.
Construction Management
Architecture, Manufacturing & Automotive
What Will I Learn?
Students will learn the aspects of building methods and materials as well as the skills needed to successfully manage construction projects through estimating, scheduling and project management. Throughout the program, students will work a variety of conceptual and real projects and be led by instructors with vast experience in the field.
The in-depth practical coursework prepares students for direct entry into the field as well as the potential to further their study leading to an advanced degree. Most students find employment while pursuing their associates degree and balance their job while pursuing a bachelor's degree if desired. Construction Management has been identified as a rapidly growing field with an employment increase of over 10-14% in the next 10 years. The yearly median salary for experienced construction managers is $90,000 in Illinois (Bureau of Labor Statistics OES).
The annual AEC Career Night is hosted by the Joliet Junior College Technical Department to help students and the community connect with industry leaders and four year universities to find out what it takes to be successful as an architect, engineer, or construction manager.
What Are My Career Opportunities?
Vast employment opportunities exist for those with a construction management background, including:
Field Supervision
Supervisor
Material Testing Technician
Estimator
Scheduler
Supply and Product Sales
Field Engineering Assistance
Project Engineer
Contractor
Surveyor
Building Inspector
Construction Foreman
Superintendent
Architecture, Manufacturing & Automotive
If you enjoy building or repairing machines or other structures, figuring out how things work and solving hands-on mechanical problems, this pathway is for you.