Mastering Project Management Professional Certification Courses


Construction Administration for Engineers

REF: 15228_255687
DATE: 15 - 19 Dec 2024
LOCATION:

Dubai (UAE)

INDIVIDUAL FEE:

4400 Euro



Introduction:

Construction administration is a critical facet of engineering and construction projects. In this construction administration for engineers course, participants will delve into the challenges of administering medium to large-scale construction projects.

With the increasing pressures of globalization, there is a heightened need for effective project delivery, emphasizing time management, cost efficiency, and quality outputs.

An in-depth understanding of construction administration meaning and processes, such as project planning, estimating, scheduling, and execution control procedures, is essential.

Furthermore, a keen insight into how construction administration training can help alleviate costly project delays and improve communication is crucial for a construction administration engineer's success.

Targeted Groups:

  • Engineers.
  • Architects.
  • Practicing Building Construction Inspectors.
  • Project Engineers.
  • NDE Lab Personnel.
  • Technicians and Technologists involved with building construction.
  • Contractors and Building Owners.

Course Objectives:

By the conclusion of this construction administration course, the participants will be capable of:

  • Measure construction project progress effectively.
  • Recognize the paramount importance of accurate record-keeping.
  • Administer construction projects proficiently on-site.
  • Enhance control of construction projects from initiation to close-out.
  • Maintain construction project timelines and budget adherence.
  • Minimize the risk of claims through effective communication strategies.
  • Utilize information technology to facilitate project success.

Targeted Competencies:

After this construction administration training, the participant's competencies will:

  • Foundation in Construction Administration.
  • Project Planning, Estimating, and Scheduling strategies.
  • Proactive Project Management and Control Methods.
  • Insight into Project Acceleration and Construction Claims Avoidance.
  • Proficiency in Advanced Project Management Tools.

Definition and Certification in Construction Administration:

Construction administration can be defined as the comprehensive oversight of a construction project from start to finish to ensure that the project meets all quality, time, and budget specifications. For individuals seeking to formalize their knowledge in this domain, a construction administration certificate is attainable through programs that equip professionals with the necessary skills. This credential validates an individual's expertise and dedication to the field.

Course Content:

Unit 1: What is Construction Administration?

  • The Construction Project Concept.
  • Project Management Essentials.
  • The Construction Stakeholders Roles.
  • Leadership, Responsibility, and Decision-Making Authority in Projects.
  • Various Management Styles and Their Impact.
  • The Significance of Construction Contracts.
  • Emphasizing Construction Safety.
  • Understanding Different Project Delivery Systems.

Unit 2: The Construction Administration Process:

  • Duration Estimation and Assessment Techniques.
  • Planning and Scheduling Methods: From Theory to Application.
  • Critical Path Method (CPM) Scheduling Fundamentals.
  • Resource Allocation Strategies and Optimization.
  • Exploration of Time-cost Trade-offs in Projects.
  • Understanding Lead/Lag Scheduling Dynamics.
  • Introduction to Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM).

Unit 3: Proactive Construction Administration Phase:

  • Establish and Manage Project Baselines.
  • The Earned Value Control Process for Project Monitoring.
  • Quantifying Project Variance Analysis for Optimal Control.
  • Analyzing Schedule Performance Index (SPI) and Cost Performance Index (CPI).
  • Proactive Productivity Measurement.

Unit 4: Construction Administration Training in Project Acceleration and Claims Avoidance:

  • Identify Scenarios That Necessitate Project Acceleration.
  • Explore Various Strategies to Fast-track Project Schedules.
  • Schedule Crashing: Tactics and Implications.
  • Avoid Construction Claims Through Strategic Planning.
  • Manage Changes and Extra Work Without Derailing the Project.
  • Understand the Intricacies of Construction Claims, Disputes, and Alternate Dispute Resolution Mechanisms.
  • Reinforce Team Development and Maintaining Motivation in Projects.
  • Adopt Effective Management Styles to Handle Conflicts and Challenges.

Unit 5: Construction Administration Certification in Advanced Project Management Tools:

  • Leverage Project Management Software for Construction Administration.
  • Integrate Building Information Modeling (BIM) for Enhanced Visualization and Control.
  • Implement Lean Principles for Efficient Project Management.

Mastering Project Management Professional Certification Courses
Construction Administration for Engineers (15228_255687)

REF: 15228_255687   DATE: 15.Dec.2024 - 19.Dec.2024   LOCATION: Dubai (UAE)  INDIVIDUAL FEE: 4400 Euro

 

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