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Course Outline

Introduction to Construction Project Management

  • Distinguishing construction from IT and software project management
  • Identifying key stakeholders in civil construction projects
  • Understanding the distinct phases of a construction project

Construction Planning and Scheduling

  • Developing work breakdown structures (WBS) and defining deliverables
  • Utilizing Gantt charts, critical path analysis, and milestone tracking
  • Employing scheduling software such as MS Project, Primavera, or similar tools

Resource and Budget Management

  • Applying cost estimation techniques and budgeting strategies
  • Optimizing the allocation of labor, machinery, and materials
  • Tracking and controlling project expenditures

Quality, Risk, and Safety Management

  • Establishing quality standards and conducting inspections
  • Identifying construction-specific risks and developing mitigation plans
  • Ensuring health and safety compliance at job sites

Regulatory and Contractual Considerations

  • Navigating permitting processes and government compliance requirements
  • Understanding contract structures within civil engineering
  • Managing claims and resolving disputes

Project Monitoring and Reporting

  • Tracking progress against established plans
  • Using reporting tools and maintaining proper documentation
  • Facilitating site communication and resolving issues effectively

Requirements

  • A foundational understanding of core project management principles
  • Experience with construction or engineering workflows
  • A desire to apply structured management practices to civil works

Target Audience

  • Civil engineers and site managers
  • Construction project coordinators
  • Professionals transitioning from IT into construction project management roles
 21 Hours

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