Construction Project Procurement Management
6 Credits (ECTS)
Construction Project Procurement Management
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Module Description
Procurement in the construction industry is complex and multi-faceted. Managers across several disciplines working in the industry will benefit from a sound knowledge of procurement methodologies and techniques and how and when to strategically apply these.
Effective procurement requires an in-depth knowledge of the various procurement models as well as industry wide practices.
Negotiation is also an integral part of procurement in this industry and this module addresses the various approaches and methodologies of negotiation.
Procurement management is furthermore often used as a risk mitigation strategy and this module looks into the ways in which this can be achieved and the related pitfalls.
Entry Requirements
Candidates who apply for this course must possess one of the following:
- a Level 6 degree in a related field;
OR
- a Level 5 diploma or higher diploma and 5 years’ work experience in a managerial role.
Preference is given to applicants having a Level 6 degree in a discipline related to construction, and a minimum of 3 years’ work experience in management within the industry.
Target Audience
This course is targeted at professionals with supervisory and/or middle management experience in the construction industry who wish to have a more thorough background in the subject in order to further advance their careers , namely:
- Architects and Civil Engineers
- Mechanical and Electrical Building Services Engineers
- Project Managers and Coordinators
- Project Owners
The target group can be extended to groups working within the construction industry, such as logistics managers, maintenance managers and facilities managers.
Career Paths
This programme aims to prepare you for senior posts within the industry, such as that of construction manager, head of the construction department or construction director of any construction organisation both in the private and public sector.
How you’ll be assessed
The course comprises:
- Evening classes for part-time courses.
- Classes held throughout the day for full-time courses.
- Guided learning, presentations, comprising synchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos.
- Self-study hours comprising research, reading and assignment work.
Assessment
Assessment is carried out via two mandatory components:
- Assessment 1
- Assessment 2
The programme includes different forms of assessment which allow for and promote students’ critical engagement. The formative and summative assessment tasks may include an in-class assignment and/or a home-based written assignment using diverse assessment tools which may take the form of online and in-class discussions, examinations, case studies, reports, proposals, essays, and presentations, etc., as applicable to the diverse modules.
Additional Info
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be eligible for a 70% refund of the cost through the ‘Get Qualified’ scheme.**
Due to the modular structure of the course, you may also opt to take individual modules as stand-alone. The entry requirements still apply.***
*Prices are applicable to students who reside in Malta at the time of applying.
**Terms and conditions apply.
Learning Outcomes
Competences:
At the end of the module/unit the learner will have acquired the ability to, independently:
- Critically analyse the procurement needs of the project such as designers, planners, contractors, site supervisors, commissioning engineers, materials and labour and identify appropriate strategies for each of these.
- Critically appraise a procurement strategy for the construction related project.
- Critically analyse and apply different procurement and contract models to address specific construction project needs.
- Critically evaluate the use of procurement as a risk mitigation strategy within the context of a risk management plan such as design and build, PPP, two stage tendering, and competitive dialogue.
- Critically analyse and apply appropriate techniques and methodologies during procurement and related negotiations.
- Critically assess applicable rules, regulations and legislation, in particular in relation to public procurement of construction projects.
- Critically formulate core terms to be included in construction related project contracts.
- Critically formulate specifications to be included in construction related project contracts.
Knowledge
At the end of the module/unit the learner will have been exposed to the following:
Students will be asked to critically analyse, challenge, evaluate, assess and synthesise the following content in context of construction industry settings:
- Theoretical concepts of procurement.
- The implications of EU policy in the process of tendering for multi-national projects.
- Different procurement models within the context of a construction project.
- Procurement models appropriate for mitigating specific risks in contract and project management in the construction industry.
- The bidding strategies in the construction industry.
- Negotiation strategies as they apply to the various procurement stages.
Skills:
At the end of the module/unit the learner will have acquired the following skills:
- Critically compare theoretical and practical knowledge with respect to common procurement issues in the construction industry.
- Critically apply different mechanisms in procurement with a view to minimizing risk and ensuring value for money.
- Follow applicable public procurement rules and regulations as applicable.
- Critically assess specifications and contract terms for a procurement process.
- Manage a construction project procurement process from design, to bidding process and evaluation up to negotiations and contract award.
- Adopt bidding strategies appropriate for the construction projects.
- Apply negotiation techniques as applicable.
Judgment Skills and Critical Abilities:
The learner will be able to:
- Critically analyse and select appropriate procurement strategies when carrying out construction related projects.
- Critically analyse and apply appropriate negotiation techniques when carrying out construction related projects.
Module-Specific Communication Skills:
The learner will be able to:
- Effectively communicate procurement needs through a written call for proposals.
- Prepare a coherent bid which clearly communicates and markets the bidders offer.
Module-Specific Learner Skills:
The learner will be able to: ·
- Improve personal time management and planning skills in relation to project and contract management.
Module-Specific Digital Skills and Competences:
The learner will be able to:
- Navigate through the online learning platform to find assignments, discussion boards, literature, tutorials etc.