Blueprint For Success: Construction Project Planning Workshop

Set up in  2 - 1/2-day live, instructor-led online training sessions  there is no opportunity to re-schedule or request a partial refund if a student cannot attend both sessions. Please plan to be fully engaged in the class and clear your work schedule just as you would for the in-class program. 

**This workshop which was originally called "Project Planning for Success," has been updated to include new content while retaining key elements from the original course. It provides both foundational knowledge and fresh insights to equip participants with the skills necessary to craft compelling RFP responses.**

The fundamental principle underscored in this workshop is that construction management is a methodically planned process, and the construction execution plan serves as the pinnacle of the construction planning phase. The construction execution plan should clearly outline the sequence of activities necessary for project construction and milestone achievement in easily understandable terms. Once finalized, it serves as a valuable tool for communicating project management and construction methodologies to the project stakeholders. Additionally, it acts as a guiding roadmap for project team members, facilitating a comprehensive understanding of the project deliverables and processes. 

This workshop outlines a comprehensive planning process encapsulated in a construction execution plan, which spans the pre-construction, construction, and turnover stages of a project. Within this plan, traditional project management functions such as scope and budget development, scheduling, and change management are structured in a format tailored to support construction endeavors. While a well-crafted construction execution plan does not ensure project success, we firmly believe that thorough pre-planning significantly enhances the likelihood of success. Throughout the workshop, we provide examples of tools and processes aimed at establishing the necessary information for project success. 

This workshop offers an exclusive resource: a comprehensive manual serving as a reference and companion throughout the sessions. Drawing upon over 40 years of collective experience in the construction industry, this manual is a valuable asset. It provides practical instructions, checklists, and templates, serving as a foundation for implementing new processes and procedures, whether in the office or on the job site. 

What you will learn:

• Mastery of Planning Techniques: Gain proficiency in various planning methodologies and techniques in construction project management.
• Comprehensive Understanding of Project Lifecycle: Develop a thorough comprehension of the construction project lifecycle, from initiation to closeout, including key milestones and phases.
• Effective Scope Management: Learn strategies for defining, refining, and managing project scope to ensure alignment with project objectives and stakeholder expectations.
• Schedule Development: Understand why developing and maintaining project schedules, including critical path analysis, milestone tracking, and resource allocation is so important.
• Budgeting and Cost Control: Understand the fundamentals of project budgeting and cost control measures to ensure projects are completed within allocated budgets.
• Risk Identification and Mitigation: Learn to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks effectively, ensuring proactive risk management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Stakeholder Communication and Management: Develop techniques for effective communication with project stakeholders, fostering collaboration, and managing expectations.
• Quality Assurance and Control: Explore methods for implementing quality assurance and control measures to deliver projects that meet or exceed quality standards.
• Procurement and Contract Management: Understand procurement processes, contract administration, and vendor management to facilitate successful project execution.
• Project Documentation and Reporting: Gain insights into the importance of comprehensive project documentation and reporting for tracking progress, facilitating decision-making, and ensuring project transparency.
• Team Collaboration and Leadership: Enhance skills in team collaboration, leadership, and conflict resolution to foster a positive project environment and drive project success.
• Continuous Improvement:  Cultivate a continuous improvement mindset, learning from past projects to refine planning processes and optimize future project outcomes.

Delivery Method: Virtual Session – Adobe Connect 

There are no prerequisites for this session.

Who should attend this workshop:

• Project Managers: Individuals responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of construction projects, including planning, execution, and monitoring.
• Construction Managers: Professionals tasked with managing day-to-day construction activities, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications.
• Site Supervisors: Individuals responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of construction projects, including planning, execution, and monitoring.
• Contractors and Subcontractors: Individuals and firms responsible for executing specific tasks or providing specialized services within construction projects.
• Procurement and Contract Administrators: Professionals involved in procuring materials and services for construction projects and managing contractual agreements.
• Owners and Developers: Individuals or organizations responsible for financing, planning, and overseeing construction projects from conception to completion.
• Anyone interested in pursuing a career in construction project management or seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in this field.

1. Computer or laptop

• • This course will involve on-screen interaction with your instructor and classmates, reading/viewing on-screen content (slides or videos), and interacting via typing with questions or responses. For this reason, cellphones may not be adequate. 

  • Windows 10 or Mac iOS. 

2. Webcam (Mandatory)– in order to engage and collaborate, participants will be expected to have their webcams on for the duration of the class

3. Microphone (Mandatory)

4. Internet connection- For best results, you will want to ensure you have an internet connection with an upload/download speed of 3-5 Mbps. You can test your internet speed here. The minimum recommended speed is 1.5 Mbps, but anything below 3 Mbps may result in loss of quality or buffering. Ideally hardwired connection versus wireless for stability - connect your computer directly to your router using an ethernet cable, rather than using your home wi-fi.

5. A quiet space with minimal distractions –The microphone will be engaged for interactive sessions. Please plan to be fully engaged in the class and clear your work schedule just as you would for the in-class program.

6. Comfortable chair

The course is eligible for 2 CCA Gold Seal education credits and 7 BC Housing CPD credits upon completion. 

Registrants seeking BC Housing CPD credits for this course must complete all course components before a certificate showing BC Housing CPD credits earned will be issued. 

Registrants seeking gold seal credits for this course will be required to complete an assessment during the course to qualify to have the gold seal credit endorsement appear on their certificate of completion.