Construction Management Technology
This major is also available at the Purdue West Lafayette campus. Learn more here.
From skyscrapers to residential builds, all construction projects need skilled leadership. In Purdue’s Construction Management Technology major at Purdue University in Indianapolis, you’ll gain the tools to lead construction projects from concept to completion. You’ll learn how to manage every stage—budgets, materials, schedules, safety, and handoff—preparing you for a high-demand, high-tech career in construction.
Your education blends classroom instruction with real-world learning. You’ll visit active jobsites, hear from industry guest speakers, and complete a real capstone project with an industry mentor. Plus, you’ll gain valuable experience through a required 800-hour paid internship. Located in the heart of Indianapolis—one of the Midwest’s fastest-growing construction markets—you’ll benefit from strong industry ties and networking opportunities around every corner.
SPECIAL FEATURES
- Get hands-on with real projects and jobsite visits
- Complete a real-world capstone with industry mentors
- Learn from industry-experienced faculty
- Fulfill 800 hours of required paid internship experience
- Meet top employers at career fairs held exclusively for construction students
- Nearly 100% job placement rate for graduates
- Apply for the Kiewit Scholars Program (select students)
- Study abroad opportunities in Ireland
- CMT Degree in 3: Accelerated 3-year graduation path available

What can I do?
Project Manager
Field Engineer
Superintendent
Project Engineer
Career Focus Options
Demolition and Restoration
Healthcare Construction
Infrastructure
Mechanical and Electrical
Residential

Purdue’s first comprehensive urban campus
Purdue University in Indianapolis is part of Purdue University West Lafayette, with multiple locations throughout the city of Indianapolis. It positions our students, faculty and staff in close proximity to top businesses and leading industries, providing new and unique executive education and internship opportunities.