Take relevant courses in high school, if you have not yet already graduated. Courses that will help you with this career include mathematics, statistics and accounting.
Enroll in a college that offers a construction-engineering degree. You could select a program that offers a two-year associate's degree or a four-year bachelor's degree. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, employers may be more likely to hire you if you have a bachelor's degree.
Pass courses in subject areas such as architectural design, building codes, engineering science, construction science and inspection procedures. The U.S. Department of Labor also recommends completing an internship or other hands-on experience to enhance your chances of employment.
Consider enrolling in a master's degree program after you complete your undergraduate education. Holding a master's degree in construction engineering may enable you to work on large-scale projects for sizable companies. Additionally, if you already hold a bachelor's degree in another field, completing a master's degree in construction engineering is a way to break into that field.
Pass a certification exam to make yourself more valuable to your future employer. Certification is not mandatory to work as a construction engineer, and it is separate from graduating from a degree program. One organization that offers certification is the American Institute of Constructors.