Construction Project Management

Module Description

This module will equip members of a construction project team or team leaders with the essential skills and techniques required to run successful projects from concept to commissioning and handing-over. Studying this course will help instill essential skills enabling the learner to effectively manage projects in construction business settings.

Today construction businesses must employ effective project management techniques in order to succeed in the market place. This is in light of the level of competition in the industry, complexity of project, financial and regulatory constraints. It is therefore essential that managers who wish to successfully manage construction project, are fully competent in the application of project management skills in a challenging working environment. The aim of this course is to show potential construction managers how to lead a project team, control and co-ordinate activities as to finish the projects to required quality, in time and with the right budget.

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

You will complete a combination of written and practical assessments, which will vary depending on the module choices you make. You can expect to complete coursework and exams, as well as presentations and reports.