Buildings & construction

How to become a construction project manager

Runs building projects on site, managing people, safety, time and money.

What the job involves

  • Planning the build programme
  • Leading site teams and subcontractors
  • Health and safety
  • Reporting to clients

Useful school subjects

Graphic Communication, Design & Manufacture, Engineering Science. Higher Maths and English help with most routes.

How to get in

Degree in construction management, or a Graduate Apprenticeship.

Scottish courses

Grades checked October 2026. Requirements change every year, so always check the course page.

University · Heriot-Watt University

Quantity Surveying

BSc (Hons), 4 yrs · UCAS K241

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Subjects
N5 English and Maths or Applications of Maths

2027 entry Course details ↗

University · Edinburgh Napier University

Quantity Surveying (with work placement)

BSc (Hons), 4 yrs · UCAS K242

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Subjects
None listed

2027 entry Course details ↗

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