Bert S. Turner
Department of Construction Management
Louisiana State University
College of Engineering
Bert S. Turner Department of Construction Management
3128 Patrick F. Taylor Hall
Baton Rouge, LA 70803
www.cm.lsu.edu
Phone: 225-578-6986
Email: cm@lsu.edu
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What is Construction Management?
Construction
Managers frequently
lead teams of other
building professionals
and manage the entire
construction process
to ensure quality and
safety for projects that
are within budget and
time constraints.
T mission of the
The
Construction Management
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Alumni Chapter (CMAC) is
to encourage a professional
standard of excellence among
students in Construction
Management at LSU. They
partner with the university to
further the department’s
objective of developing
individuals for management,
business and technical
positions within the
construction industry.
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The Business Side of Construction
Construction Management at LSU is more like a family than a
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Class of 2013
Student Resources and Support
The Construction Student Association (CSA)
are student ambassadors to the CM program.
They strive to advance the education
education, experience
experience,
and employability of their members by fostering
professional and peer
networking.
The Construction Industry
Advisory Council (CIAC)
is a highly regarded industry
support group for LSU’s
Department of Construction
Management. CIAC provides
unparalleled industry support
through financial resource allocations,
mentorships, student programs,
curriculum development, laboratory
enhancements and accreditation.
Kerri Milton
CM Graduate
Class of 2014
Career Options
Construction Management graduates go on to become
business owners, consultants, building inspectors,
owner representatives, or contract negotiators. They
can also work in engineering or architectural
management, field engineering, project management,
scheduling or site management, just to name a few!
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Construction Management gives you many opportunities to
network with industry professionals. It takes a lot of pressure off of
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graduating and looking for a job, especially when you feel like you
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involvement with LSU.
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DID YOU KNOW?
Two-thirds of
Construction
Managers own their
own businesses
(according to the
2010 United States
Census).
Nicole Farrell
CM Graduate
Class of 2014
My favorite thing about CM at LSU is how involved our teachers
with the students. I know all of my teachers on a first name basis.
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Not only does this make it easier to go to them for help, but it creates
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great relationships for future references and networking.
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A Unique Approach to Learning
LSU has a truly unique Construction Management program. Our students have the choice of
four educational tracks: Industrial, Commercial, Highway or Residential. Students earn two
university minors and two professional certificates
certificates in addition to their Bachelor’s Degree upon
graduation.
LSU Construction Management students receive an extensive education with courses in
engineering, construction, design, and business. This inter-disciplinary approach gives
students greater flexibility and makes them very marketable to employers. LSU Construction
Managers are team players with great problem-solving and multi-tasking skills. They also
have strong leadership capabilities.
Preparation for the Future
CM Programs at LSU
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• Bachelor
• LSU CM minor
• Post Baccalaureate Certificate (PBC), Online
• Master of Science, LSU and Online
• Engineering Science Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.),
CM Concentration
LSU’s Construction Management undergraduate
degree program is accredited by the American Council
for Construction Education (ACCE). The ACCE requires
that the curriculum be designed to accommodate the
continually expanding requirements of the profession,
advancements in knowledge, and
contributions of related disciplines.
Carol J. Friedland, PhD, PE
Assistant Professor
Stephanie Heumann, MBA
Education: BS, Civil Engineering, University of Wyoming; MS, Civil Engineering, LSU; PhD, Civil
Engineering, LSU
Teaches: Industrial Estimating, Hazard Resistant Construction, Driven Pile Construction
Research: Combined hurricane wind and flood interactions on structures, hazard-resistant
construction and mitigation, remote efficient data collection, storage and processing
Instructor, Undergraduate Coordinator
Education: BS, Construction Management, LSU; MBA, Technology Management Concentration,
University of Phoenix; Paralegal Certificate, LSU
Teaches: Residential Estimating and Scheduling, Land Development Management, Project and
Cost Management