Course Outline

Introduction to Construction Project Management

  • Key differences from IT and software project management
  • Stakeholders in civil construction projects
  • Phases of a construction project

Construction Planning and Scheduling

  • Work breakdown structure (WBS) and deliverables
  • Gantt charts, critical path, and milestone tracking
  • Scheduling tools: MS Project, Primavera, or equivalents

Resource and Budget Management

  • Cost estimation methods and budgeting
  • Allocating labor, machinery, and materials
  • Tracking and controlling project expenses

Quality, Risk, and Safety Management

  • Setting quality benchmarks and inspections
  • Construction-specific risks and mitigation planning
  • Health and safety compliance on job sites

Regulatory and Contractual Considerations

  • Permitting and government compliance
  • Contract structures in civil engineering
  • Claims management and dispute resolution

Project Monitoring and Reporting

  • Progress tracking against plans
  • Reporting tools and documentation
  • Site communication and issue resolution

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • Basic understanding of project management principles
  • Familiarity with construction or engineering workflows
  • Interest in applying structured management to civil works

Audience

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

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