Construction Management

Construction management is the discipline concerned with planning, organising, and overseeing the delivery of construction projects, from small commercial fit-outs to major infrastructure programmes. It combines project management principles with technical knowledge of construction processes, contracts, health and safety, finance, and the management of people and resources in complex, fast-moving environments. Construction managers are essential to every significant project in the built environment, and the profession offers strong employment prospects and consistent demand across the UK and internationally.

At London South Bank University, this four-year full-time programme includes a foundation year that provides an entry route for students who have the experience, maturity, and determination to work in the construction sector but who may not meet the standard entry requirements for a direct degree entry. The foundation year builds the academic foundations needed for degree-level study, while the main programme develops your construction management knowledge and skills across project planning, site management, contract administration, building technology, and the practical dimensions of managing construction teams and supply chains. The programme includes a sandwich placement year and work placement opportunities, giving you professional experience in the sector before you graduate.

Construction management graduates are in demand from contractors, developers, project management consultancies, public sector clients, and built environment organisations. Roles include site manager, project manager, contracts manager, commercial manager, and quantity surveyor, with clear progression pathways as you gain experience. The professional chartered status pathway through the Chartered Institute of Building is well supported, and many graduates also pursue postgraduate study in construction management or project management to develop their expertise for senior leadership roles.