CONSTRUCTION

ENGINEERING
AND
MANAGEMENT
OBJECTIVES

• To know what Construction Engineer and

Management is.
• To know the difference between Construction
Engineer and Civil Engineer.
Construction Engineer and Management

 Involves the application of technical and

scientific knowledge to infrastructure
construction projects.
 They are responsible for assembling teams who
can ensure completion of a given project.
 They possess the right knowledge for controlling
estimation and planning of associated costs for a
project, also manages the schedule and the
safety.
Safety Signs
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Work Responsibilities

 Tour sites regularly to inspect the work being done

and to ensure that proper standards in the
construction project are being maintained.
 Often called upon to survey the job site prior to the
beginning of a project, addressing environmental
issues and local laws or codes that must be followed.
• Planning and overseeing the construction operations of a project
– Conducting site layout
– Scheduling
– Selecting equipment
– Organizing the work crew
– Managing materials
– Safeguarding the environment
– Building temporary structures
• Designing both temporary and permanent structures
• Checking and modifying plans and specifications for constructability,
efficiency, and safety
• Developing cost estimates and preparing bids
• Working with the owner to ensure that the project meets requirements
• Solving job site problems, moving between the field and office
Skills and Expertise
 must possess a thorough understanding of laws,
regulations, and building codes, especially those that
have a direct impact on the project at hand.
 They must also be able to estimate the total cost of a
given project with consideration to:
– Site inspections
– Drainage, sewage, and elevation level tests
– Equipment and materials
– Labor
Successful Construction Engineer and
Management includes:
• Strong Math
• Science
• Computer Skills
• Creativity
• Applying Science and Engineering method to
solve problems
• Have the ability to collaborate with diverse
people
• Good communication skill
• Desire to learn
Careers

• General contractors (bridges, roads,

buildings, healthcare, data centers,
sports facilities)
• Owners and developers
• Mechanical/electrical contractors
• Consulting and design firms
• Oil and gas industry
• Aviation industry
Construction Engineer Vs. Civil Engineer
 Construction Engineer Vs. Civil Engineer

They have bachelor's degree Have bachelor's degree in Civil

commonly in Construction Engineering, with focuses on
Science, Construction Mathematics, Statistics,
Management, Architecture or Engineering system and
Civil Engineering. Mechanics.
 Construction Engineer Vs. Civil Engineer

A degree in Construction A degree in Civil Engineering

Engineering allows an individual qualifies a person to work as a
to work as Civil Engineer in the Structural Engineer or
construction industry. Environmental Engineer.
 Construction Engineer Vs. Civil Engineer

Have hands-on experience with They must have in depth

jobsite. They check building knowledge in the fundamentals of
materials to ensure the project load-bearing structures, statistical
can last for years. analysis, and constructions
techniques.
 Construction Engineer Vs. Civil Engineer

31, 200.00 per year In experienced:

P15,000.00 – P20,000.00
Experienced:
P30,000.00 Per month