Del E. Webb School of Construction at ASU

We build construction leaders

Construction is no longer just hammers and shovels, and it’s not just for men.

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The construction industry has undergone a technological revolution, embracing innovations like autonomous equipment, drones, exoskeletons and more. At the Del E. Webb School of Construction (DEWSC), part of the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University, we prepare our students to lead this transformation. You’ll learn to use cutting-edge tools and technologies that make construction safer and smarter.

A booming field with a tech edge

The construction industry is thriving, adding a remarkable 235,000 jobs in 2023 alone. These aren’t just any jobs; they demand tech-savvy individuals skilled in using advanced tools. Construction manager positions, in particular, are projected to grow by 5% through 2032.

Women are shaping the future of construction

The face of construction is evolving, and DEWSC is proud to support a diverse student body poised to fill these expanding roles. More women than ever are pursuing our construction degrees and stepping into construction leadership positions after graduation.

Why choose construction?

Boderik Thompson works at a construction site near ASU.

Your expertise cannot be replaced by AI

ASU alum Ana Garza stands with a man at a construction site. Both wear ASU hard hats and orange safety vests, and both display the ASU pitchfork spirit gesture.

Solid industry connections with internships that lead to employment

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Modern construction is a high-tech field that requires a high-tech workforce

Job security

Trends for construction jobs are only going up across the country, especially in Arizona. Our graduates participate in required internships as part of their degrees to prepare for their careers.

Construction manager

As self-reported at graduation time, most Del E. Webb School of Construction students earn starting salaries ranging from+

$75,000 to $85,000

Expected job growth *

35% Arizona
5% USA

Job placement rate

for ASU construction graduates

Nearly 100%

Del E. Webb School of Construction BS graduates enjoy a nearly 100% job placement rate after graduation.

Students from the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University pose for a photo on an Okland Construction Company, Inc. job site. The Del E. Webb School of Construction, part of the Fulton Schools, requires students in the construction management and technology undergraduate degree program to complete two internships to prepare to enter the lucrative and rapidly growing construction industry. Photographer: Erika Gronek/ASU

Learn more

Read more about how ASU is building a modern construction workforce by preparing students for a thriving and increasingly advanced industry

+Data from salary survey for new Del E. Webb School of Construction graduates.
*Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Bright Outlook

Choose from two bachelor’s degrees

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Construction engineering, BSE

Combines civil engineering, construction management and leadership in infrastructure projects.
Offers hands-on experience, focusing on sustainable practices and advanced technologies.
Prepares students for high-paying leadership roles and Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

A construction worker in a hard hat and orange safety vest holds an iPad and gestures up to something in the structure he appears to be talking about.

Construction management and technology, BS

Merges engineering and business skills for leadership in construction.
Includes hands-on experience through two required internships with modern tech like drones and augmented reality (AR).
Strong industry network helps graduates secure high-paying leadership roles in construction projects.