Introduction

Managing construction projects requires specialized skills to coordinate complex processes, manage diverse teams, and ensure timely and cost-effective delivery. This course provides construction project managers, engineers, and team leaders with the tools and techniques needed to oversee construction projects effectively. Participants will learn to apply project management principles tailored to the construction industry, handle risks, and optimize resources to deliver high-quality results.

Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Understand the fundamentals of construction project management and its lifecycle.
• Learn techniques for planning, scheduling, and resource allocation in construction projects.
• Gain skills to manage risks, budgets, and timelines effectively.
• Develop strategies for effective communication and collaboration among stakeholders.
• Be equipped to use industry-specific tools and technologies for project tracking and reporting.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

• Construction Project Managers and Engineers.
• Architects and Site Supervisors.
• Contractors and Subcontractors managing construction projects.
• Business Owners overseeing construction initiatives.
• Professionals transitioning into construction project management roles.

Course Outline

Day 1: Introduction to Construction Project Management

• What is Construction Project Management? Definitions, scope, and key principles
• The Construction Project Lifecycle: Initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure
• Roles and Responsibilities in Construction Projects: Project managers, contractors, and stakeholders
• Case Study: Successful construction project management in complex projects

Day 2: Planning and Scheduling Construction Projects

• Developing a Project Plan: Setting goals, defining deliverables, and creating milestones
• Construction Scheduling Techniques: Critical Path Method (CPM) and Gantt charts
• Estimating Resources and Budgets: Tools and techniques for cost estimation
• Interactive Workshop: Creating a construction project plan and schedule for a hypothetical project

Day 3: Risk and Quality Management in Construction

• Identifying and Managing Construction Risks: Safety, delays, and material shortages
• Developing Risk Mitigation Strategies: Contingency planning and proactive management
• Ensuring Quality in Construction Projects: Standards, inspections, and quality control
• Practical Exercise: Conducting a risk assessment and quality plan for a construction project

Day 4: Managing Teams and Communication

• Building and Leading Construction Teams: Roles, collaboration, and leadership skills
• Stakeholder Communication Strategies: Reporting progress and managing expectations
• Conflict Resolution in Construction Projects: Techniques for resolving disputes and maintaining harmony
• Role-Playing Exercise: Managing a team meeting to address project challenges and conflicts

Day 5: Project Execution, Monitoring, and Closure

• Executing Construction Projects: Managing tasks, coordinating teams, and monitoring progress
• Using Project Management Tools: Procore, Primavera, MS Project, and other construction-specific tools
• Closing a Construction Project: Final inspections, handovers, and lessons learned
• Capstone Activity: Completing a simulated construction project from planning to closure