Ms in project management civil or mechanical

[jimmyd916]

I currently have a contractors license and i have been working in construction my whole life. I now have to decide if i want to go into civil or mechanical engineering. I feel i can get a job easier with a CE because i know most of the building codes in california and i know a few civil engineers that i have paid to draw plans for me. My main concern is money, i plan to get a MS degree in project management and i want to know which field, ME or CE, will i be able to make the most money in. It might sound a little selfish but I am a single father and i have three kids to worry about and the construction industry is not doing to well. My whole life has been in construction but i think would really enjoy working in some of the ME fields, but money is still the major issue. So i guess my main question is what would be the better combo; MS in project management with a CE or with a ME.

 

[R.Mesri]

It really depends on what type of career you would like to have and what industries you would like to work in. Civil Engineering is generally more focused on infrastructure projects such as bridges, roads, and buildings, whereas Mechanical Engineering covers a wider range of fields such as automotive, aerospace, and power systems. Therefore, if you already have experience in the construction industry, it might make sense to pursue a CE degree since you are familiar with the existing codes and regulations. However, if you are looking for a more diverse field to apply your skills in, ME may be a better option. In terms of salary, both CEs and MEs typically earn salaries comparable to each other depending on the industry and job position. Ultimately, the best option for you is to research the different industries and job requirements in each field in order to get an idea of where you would like to focus your career and in which field you could be most successful.