Construction Project Management

Overview

Many of today's senior construction leaders are graduates of this highly respected program. It's a good fit for a self-motivated and organized person who would enjoy working as a project coordinator, estimator or supervisor in the construction industry.

You gain an understanding of the basic principles and practices used to manage construction projects, from contract administration, to estimating costs and coordinating worksites. You also get real experience working in an actual construction setting.

Work experience

• Field experience is a mandatory credit course, providing you with the opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills outside of the classroom.
  • Opportunities are typically unpaid and last approximately 5 weeks.
• This program is eligible for an optional cooperative education (co-op) credit course between year one and two.
  • Co-op provides an opportunity for paid, full-time employment in a field related to your program.
  • Co-op takes place in third term and must be a minimum of 12 weeks and 420 hours.
  • Our co-op program follows Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning Canada (CEWIL) guidelines.
• Transportation, accommodations and other costs related to work experience are your responsibility.
• For more information, visit work experience opportunities.

Choose NSCC

• This program was developed by NSCC and the Construction Association of Nova Scotia (CANS) to meet a real need in the industry.
• This program is accredited by Technology Accreditation Canada (TAC). TAC accreditation means that this program has been evaluated against standards designed by industry leaders across Canada and is recognized internationally. Graduates may be eligible for membership with TechNova, the certifying organization for Engineering and Applied Science Technicians and Technologists in Nova Scotia.
• This program places a high importance on providing you with skills and knowledge to work safely in industry. To prepare for employment, you participate in safety awareness courses.

Other info

• Three partial scholarships are awarded by the Nova Scotia Construction Labour Relations Association.
• Many employers in this industry require a current, official criminal record check as part of the hiring process. A conviction on your criminal record may impact your ability to secure employment.

September 2025

Campus	Full time/part time	Delivery	Availability
Ivany Campus/Online Dartmouth	Full time	Blended Delivered through a combination of online and in-person classes. At least 50% of learning is in-person.	Seats available

Admission requirements

• High School Graduation Diploma or equivalent, including Academic Grade 12 Math and Academic Grade 11 Physics.
  • International students – High school diploma equivalency and English language requirements vary by country. View document and language requirements by country
• If you do not have the required academic credits, NSCC offers a variety of credit courses through the Academic and Career Connections program.

Program requirements

• Portfolio development – As part of your studies at NSCC, you develop a portfolio of your work; the portfolio captures your achievements and profiles your skills to employers.

Tuition

Tuition amounts are for the 2024-25 academic year. Program costs and fees (textbooks, supplies, etc.) are additional.

Tuition, fees and program costs

In addition to annual tuition, there are program costs (books, tools, etc.) and student fees for College services, health and dental plans, your student association and parking.

View detailed program fees page(s). Please note that amounts on these pages are meant for planning purposes only. They don't represent final amounts owing.

• Construction Project Management - Year 1
• Construction Project Management - Year 2

Career options

• Graduates work for general contractors, sub-contractors and material suppliers and engineering and architectural firms.
• Most graduates enter the industry as junior estimators, assistant construction superintendents or project coordinators, while others pursue careers as technical sales representatives for construction-related projects and services.

Future study options

• Graduates may receive advanced standing in the pursuit of the Professional Quantity Surveyor designation with the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors and/or Gold Seal Certification with the Canadian Construction Association.
• Continue your studies at university – This program includes courses that count towards a university degree. Learn more about having your diploma count towards a university degree