Course Outline
Day 1: Planning and Managing Construction Projects
Module 1: Fundamentals of Construction Project Management
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Lifecycle of construction projects
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Key factors for success and common causes of failure
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Roles and responsibilities in the project organization
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Interdependence between schedule, scope, quality, and resources
Module 2: Planning and Managing Graphs
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Creating a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
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Defining activities and dependencies
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Critical path and key stages
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Schedule management and closure
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Tracking the execution graph directly
Module 3: Managing Multiple Parallel Projects
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Prioritization of projects and activities
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Managing competing priorities
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Coordination among multiple objects
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Balancing workload between projects
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Portfolio approach in managing construction projects
Module 4: Resource and Risk Management
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Planning and distribution of resources
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Capital constraint management
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Identification of project risks
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Assessing probability and impact
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Strategies for managing and minimizing risks
Day 2: Process Optimization and Stakeholder Management
Module 5: Lean Approaches in Construction
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Introduction to Lean Construction
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Identifying value-added activities
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Analyzing delays and inefficiencies
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Improving workflow
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Practical tools for continuous improvement
Module 6: Identifying and Managing Bottlenecks
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Analyzing current processes
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Revealing bottlenecks
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Managing dependencies between teams and executors
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Addressing delays in the process
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Improving coordination among participants
Module 7: Stakeholder Management
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Identifying stakeholders
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Analyzing influence and expectations
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Working with clients, executors, and subcontractors
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Managing relationships with external clients
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Managing conflicts and conflicting interests
Module 8: Effective Communication in the Project Environment
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Organizing project meetings
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Monitoring decisions and actions
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Managing escalation
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Communication in case of problems and changes
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Practical scenarios and exercises
Day 3: Leadership, Productivity, and Digital Tools
Module 9: Leadership Skills for Project Managers
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Leadership in the project environment
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Delegation and monitoring of execution
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Managing team workload
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Motivation and engagement
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Taking decisions under pressure
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Managing change
Module 10: Time Management and Personal Efficiency
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Prioritization of tasks and activities
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Managing multiple deadlines
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Effective time distribution
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Addressing operational workload
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Practical techniques for boosting productivity
Module 11: Digital Tools and AI for Construction Project Management
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Introduction to Generative AI
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Possibilities and limitations of AI tools
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Preparing reports and project documentation
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Summarizing meetings and correspondence
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Analyzing and structuring information
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Preparing communication with stakeholders
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Creating effective prompts for project managers
Module 12: Practical Workshop and Application in the Work Environment
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Analyzing real organizational challenges
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Working on specific project scenarios
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Identifying improvement opportunities
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Developing practical solutions
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Action plan for applying learned material after training
Summary and Next Steps
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Key takeaways from the training
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Individual and team actions for improvement
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References for sustained application of best practices
Requirements
Participants are expected to:
- Have practical experience in execution, coordination, or management of construction, infrastructure, or investment projects.
- Know the main stages of the construction project lifecycle.
- Have experience interacting with teams, clients, executors, subcontractors, or other interested parties.
- Possess basic skills in working with office applications (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, or equivalent tools).
- Be ready to actively participate in discussions, practical exercises, and work on real cases.
Prerequisite (but not mandatory) knowledge
- Experience in planning and tracking graphs, resources, or budgets.
- Familiarity with core project management concepts such as schedule, dependencies, risks, and resource planning.
- Broad awareness of AI tools such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, or similar solutions.
Target Audience
- Project Managers
- Managers and experts in the "Capital Construction" department
- Investment Specialists
- Engineers involved in planning and project coordination
- Project Coordinators
- Team Leaders and Leads, engaged in implementing construction objects
- Specialists responsible for resource management, scheduling, and interaction with stakeholders
No formal certification in project management or prior specialized training is required. Participants should have practical experience working on construction or investment projects and the desire to apply best practices to improve their management efficiency.
Testimonials (3)
The tool, the trainer’s expertise, and the option to conduct the session remotely
Marina Dos Santos - Olisipo
Course - JIRA for Beginners
The framework of BA
Puguh - PT PLN INDONESIA POWER
Course - PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PBA) Certification Preparation
Good atmosphere, good group vibe and trainers passion.
