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Construction Project Management
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The construction industry is a complex and dynamic sector, responsible for bringing to life the buildings and infrastructure that shape our world. Managing construction projects requires a unique blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and project management acumen.
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Course Duration
5 Days
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Course Type
Online/ London
Course Details
The construction industry is a complex and dynamic sector, responsible for bringing to life the buildings and infrastructure that shape our world. Managing construction projects requires a unique blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and project management acumen. This intensive 5-day course provides a comprehensive overview of construction project management, equipping participants with the specialized knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complexities of this demanding field. We’ll explore the entire project lifecycle, from initial planning and design to construction execution and final handover. The course emphasizes practical application through real-world case studies, site visits (where feasible), and hands-on exercises, allowing participants to experience the challenges and rewards of managing construction projects firsthand. You’ll learn how to effectively manage costs, schedules, resources, and risks in the context of complex construction projects, ensuring successful delivery within budget and on time.
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Understand the unique challenges of construction project management.
- Apply project management principles and practices to construction projects.
- Manage construction costs, schedules, and resources effectively.
- Oversee construction execution and ensure quality control.
- Construction professionals transitioning into project management roles.
- Project managers working on construction projects.
- Architects, engineers, and contractors.
Course Outline
5 days Course
- Introduction to Construction Project Management & Project Lifecycle:
- The Construction Industry: Overview of the construction industry, its various sectors, and the role of the construction project manager.
- Construction Project Lifecycle: Understanding the phases of a construction project, from pre-design to occupancy.
- Project Delivery Methods: Exploring different project delivery methods, such as design-bid-build, design-build, and construction management.
- Case Study: Analyzing a successful construction project and identifying key success factors. Interactive exercise: Comparing different project delivery methods.
- Construction Planning & Design:
- Project Planning for Construction: Developing a comprehensive project plan for a construction project, including scope, schedule, budget, and resources.
- Design Management: Managing the design process, coordinating with architects and engineers, and ensuring design quality.
- Building Information Modeling (BIM): Introduction to BIM and its use in construction project management.
- Case Study: Developing a project plan for a building construction project. Interactive exercise: Creating a construction schedule using project management software.
- Construction Cost Management:
- Cost Estimating: Techniques for estimating construction costs, including quantity takeoffs, unit pricing, and historical data analysis.
- Cost Control: Tracking construction costs, managing change orders, and forecasting project costs.
- Value Engineering: Identifying opportunities to reduce costs without compromising quality or functionality.
- Case Study: Developing a cost estimate for a construction project. Interactive exercise: Managing change orders in a construction project.
- Construction Cost Management:
- Construction Scheduling & Resource Management:
- Construction Scheduling: Developing a detailed construction schedule using critical path method (CPM) and other scheduling techniques.
- Resource Management: Managing construction resources, including labor, materials, and equipment.
- Subcontractor Management: Managing subcontractors and ensuring their performance meets project requirements.
- Case Study: Developing a construction schedule using project management software. Interactive exercise: Managing subcontractors in a construction project.
- Construction Scheduling & Resource Management:
- Construction Execution, Quality Control & Project Closeout:
- Construction Execution: Overseeing construction activities, ensuring safety, and managing logistics.
- Quality Control: Implementing quality control measures to ensure construction meets project specifications.
- Project Closeout: Completing construction activities, conducting final inspections, and handing over the project to the client.
- Case Study: Managing a construction project through to completion. Interactive exercise: Developing a quality control plan for a construction project.
- Construction Execution, Quality Control & Project Closeout:
