Construction Management Technology

Associate Degree Program

Looking to turn your passion for building into a rewarding career? Southeast Technical College in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, offers hands-on construction management training designed to help you master the skills employers demand. From understanding blueprints to managing budgets and timelines, you’ll gain real-world knowledge that prepares you to lead projects with confidence.

Construction Managers, also called project managers or general contractors, oversee a variety of projects in the fast-paced construction industry in Sioux Falls and nationwide. 

Your career duties will include employee oversight, work schedules, procuring materials and creating budget estimates. In just two years at STC, you will be ready to launch your career as a scheduler, jobsite superintendent, project manager or estimator. Your other duties might include: 

• Reporting on work progress to clients 
• Responding to emergencies or work delays 
• Meeting building / safety codes and other regulations 
• Interpreting contracts with specialized professionals 
• Collaborating with engineers and architects

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Learn to Read Plans and Manage Costs

Your construction-centered coursework takes place in the Ed Wood Trade and Industry Center. Here, you’ll develop the ability to read and interpret construction plans, calculate material costs, and analyze methods of construction. You’ll also learn to evaluate mechanics and structural loads so you can make informed decisions on any job site.

See the Big Picture in a High-Tech Industry

Today’s construction managers often oversee multiple projects at once while using advanced cost-estimating and planning software. At Southeast Tech you’ll explore essential business concepts, project planning tools, and time-management strategies that help you meet deadlines and keep projects on budget.

Strengthen Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

Guided by experienced faculty, you’ll sharpen your ability to assess problems and respond quickly. Coursework emphasizes balancing quality with safety, recognizing potential hazards, and applying cost-estimating techniques to keep projects running smoothly.

Develop Professionalism and Ethical Communication

As a Southeast Tech graduate, you’ll enter the workforce ready to communicate professionally and ethically with clients, contractors and team members. Employers value the leadership and interpersonal skills you’ll gain through collaborative, career-focused training.