Construction Management

Build the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the construction industry with Brookdale’s Construction Management Certificate. This comprehensive program provides and overview of the construction process, project management principles, contracts, estimating, scheduling, safety, and industry best practices.

Designed for individuals seeking to enter the construction field, current construction professionals looking to advance their careers, and business owners managing construction projects, this program combines practical industry knowledge with essential management and leadership skills.

Topics Include

• Introduction to the Construction Industry
• Construction Project Management
• Construction Planning and Scheduling
• Construction Estimating and Cost Control
• Contracts and Risk Management
• Construction Safety and OSHA Compliance
• Construction Leadership and Communication
• Blueprint Reading and Construction Documentation
• Construction Technology and Industry Trends
• Workforce and Subcontractor Management

Through real-world examples, case studies, and practical applications, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how successful construction projects are planned, managed, and completed.

Ideal For

• Construction Professionals
• Project Coordinators
• Field Supervisors
• Foremen and Crew Leaders
• Contractors and Subcontractors
• Facilities and Maintenance Professionals
• Career Changers Interested in Construction Management

Career Opportunities

• Construction Manager
• Assistant Project Manager
• Construction Project Coordinator
• Field Supervisor
• Estimator
• Facilities Manager
• Construction Administrator

Program Information

• Format: Remote via Zoom
• Total Program Cost: $989

• Dates: September 15 – December 1, 2026
• Schedule: Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
• Instructor: Dr. Perry Scaranni

Register Now: Construction Management Certificate
For payment plans, call 732-224-2315

Certificate Outcome

Upon successful completion of the program, participants will receive a Brookdale Community College Construction Management Certificate.

Advance your construction career by developing the leadership skills needed to successfully supervise crews and manage jobsite operations. The NCCER Construction Foreman Certification Program is designed for experienced journey-level craft professionals, lead workers, and crew leaders who are ready to transition into foreman and first-line supervisory roles.

Through a combination of online learning and instructor-led facilitation, participants will build practical leadership and management skills that can be applied immediately on the job. The curriculum focuses on leading construction teams, improving communication, increasing productivity, maintaining quality standards, and promoting safe, efficient worksites. Additional topics include workforce planning, conflict resolution, motivation, problem-solving, and the responsibilities of effective construction suerpvisors.

Upon successful completion of the coursework and passing the NCCER Construction Foreman Certification Assessment, participants who meet NCCER’s two-year journey-level experience requirement will earn the NCCER Construction Foreman Certification. Participants who successfully pass the assessment but have not yet met the required industry experience will receive the designation “NCCER Construction Foreman-Knowledge Verified Candidate for Certification” until the experience requirements is fulfilled.

Recommended Prerequisites

• High School diploma or GED
• Minimum age of 18
• At least two years of journey-level experience in a construction trade or equivalent leadership experience as a lead worker or crew leader
• Basic computer skills and access to a computer with internet
• Completion of an NCCER craft program and OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification are recommended but not required.

Ideal For

• Journey-level craft professionals
• Lead carpenters, electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, welders, and other skilled trades professionals
• Crew leaders and assistant foremen
• Emerging construction supervisors
• Individuals preparing for foremen-level leadership responsibilities

Program Highlights

• Prepare for the nationally recognized NCCER Construction Foreman Certification
• Develop leadership, communication, and crew management skills
• Learn practical strategies to improve productivity, quality, and jobsite safety
• Gain tools for conflict resolution, workforce planning, and team motivation
• Flexible online coursework with instructor-led facilitation
• Build the skills needed for success first-line construction supervision

Program Information

• Format: Remote via Zoom
• Total Program Cost: $1,299

• Dates: September 3 – October 8, 2026
• Schedule: Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
• Instructor: Dr. Perry Scaranni

Register Now: NCCER Construction Foreman Certification Program
For payment plans, call 732-224-2315

Take your construction leadership expertise to the next level with the NCCER Construction Superintedent Certification Program. Designed for experienced construction professionals, responsible for overseeing projects, managing field operations, and leading multiple teams, this program prepares participants for the complex responsibilities of construction superintendents and senior field leaders.

Through a combination of online learning and instructor-led facilitation, participants will develop advanced leadership, management, and project execution skills that can be applied immediately in the field. The curriculum covers leadership and communication, constructability, work planning, site logistics, scheduling, contracts, and procurement, cost control, quality assurance, safety management, risk management, legal compliance, human resources, resource management, and project closeout. Participants will gain practical strategies for coordinating subcontractors, managing project schedules and budgets, solving jobsite challenges, and delivering successful construction projects.

The Construction Superintendent Certification Program is certified by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE), providing additional industry recognition and credibility. Upon successful completion of the coursework and passing the NCCER Construction Superintendent Certification Assessment, participants who meet NCCER’s experience requirements will earn the NCCER Construction Superintendent Certification. Participants who successfully pass the assessment but have not yet met the required industry experience will receive the designation “NCCER Construction Superintendent – Knowledge Verified Candidate for Certification” until the experience requirement is fulfilled.

Recommended Prerequisites

• High School diploma or GED
• Minimum age of 18
• Extensive construction industry experience, including supervisory or leadership responsibilities
• Experience as a construction foreman, assistant superintendent, project manager, or equivalent field leadership role is strongly recommended
• Basic computer skills and access to a computer with internet
• NCCER Construction Foreman Certification or equivalent leadership experience is recommended but not required

Ideal For

• Construction Superintendents
• Assistant Superintendents
• Construction Foremen seeking advancement
• Project Managers
• Experienced field supervisors and construction leaders
• Professionals preparing for senior leadership positions in commercial, industrial, and residential construction.

Program Highlights

• Prepare for the nationally recognized NCCER Construction Superintendent Certification
• ACCE-certified program recognized throughout the construction industry
• Develop advanced leadership, project management, and field operations skills
• Learn practical strategies for scheduling, quality assurance, safety, risk management, and project delivery
• Flexible online coursework with instructor-led facilitiation
• Build the knowledge and leadership skills needed to successfully manage construction projects from planning through closeout.

Program Information

• Format: Remote via Zoom
• Total Program Cost: $3,829

• Dates: October 15 – December 17, 2026
• Schedule: Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
• Instructor: Dr. Perry Scaranni

Register Now: NCCER Construction Superintedent Certification Program
For payment plans, call 732-224-2315

Invest in your future with an introduction to Project Management, Estimating and
Scheduling in construction while also earning your OSHA certification. Take all the
Construction Management fundamentals courses plus the OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 course
work to achieve your nationally recognized credentials.

Course fee includes your OSHA card and certificate.
All classes run from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. and will be delivered via Zoom.

Construction Management with OSHA 10
TBD
Fee: $1049

Construction Management with OSHA 30
TBD
Fee: $1349