Course Description
The Construction Management and Supervision of Multiple Projects course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of construction project management principles, with a focus on overseeing and supervising multiple concurrent projects. The course equips participants with practical tools and methodologies for effective planning, scheduling, monitoring, and coordination in complex construction environments. Emphasis is placed on the use of Microsoft Project as a key software tool for managing timelines, resources, and performance. This course is ideal for professionals who oversee construction activities and aim to enhance project delivery across various sites.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the core principles of construction management and multi-project supervision
- Apply project planning and scheduling techniques across multiple construction projects
- Utilize Microsoft Project for managing construction workflows, timelines, and resources
- Coordinate effectively among teams and stakeholders across various construction sites
- Implement monitoring and evaluation tools to assess progress and performance
- Use Earned Value Management for tracking construction efficiency and project outcomes
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
- Manage construction risks and make informed decisions under pressure
- Prepare reports and communicate updates to clients, contractors, and stakeholders
- Enhance organizational efficiency and capacity for delivering complex construction portfolios
Organizational Benefits
Implementing this course within your organization offers the following advantages:
- Increased capacity to manage and supervise multiple construction projects simultaneously
- Improved coordination and communication across project teams and stakeholders
- Higher project completion rates within scope, time, and budget
- Better control over costs, schedules, and quality standards
- Standardization of processes and reporting formats across sites
- Stronger compliance with regulatory and safety requirements
- More effective resource utilization and workforce allocation
- Enhanced transparency and accountability in construction operations
- Improved responsiveness to emerging challenges in the construction environment
Target Participants
This course is ideal for:
- Construction project managers responsible for supervising multiple projects
- Site engineers and supervisors managing field operations
- Civil engineers overseeing multi-site infrastructure development
- Architects coordinating with multiple project teams
- Consultants involved in construction monitoring and quality control
- Government officials and regulators supervising public construction works
- Real estate developers managing large-scale residential or commercial projects
- Contractors and subcontractors seeking structured approaches to project delivery
- Facility managers coordinating renovations or large-scale maintenance works
- Anyone involved in the administration and oversight of multiple construction initiatives
Course Outline
Module 1: Fundamentals of Construction Project Management
- Principles of construction management and project lifecycle
- Roles and responsibilities of supervisors and managers
- Managing construction teams and contractor relationships
- Overview of key constraints: scope, time, cost, quality, and safety
Module 2: Planning and Scheduling Multiple Projects
- Strategic planning for concurrent construction activities
- Developing project schedules using Microsoft Project
- Resource planning and leveling across multiple job sites
- Creating and managing the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
Module 3: Monitoring and Supervision Techniques
- Tracking construction progress using key performance indicators
- Conducting site inspections and supervision best practices
- Identifying and mitigating risks on-site
- Quality assurance and control in multi-project environments
Module 4: Evaluation, Reporting, and Communication
- Performance evaluation using Earned Value Management
- Reporting systems for multi-project coordination
- Stakeholder engagement and communication management
- Case study: Lessons learned from large-scale construction programs
Module 5: Microsoft Project for Construction Management
- Navigating Microsoft Project interface for construction use
- Setting up project calendars, timelines, and tasks
- Assigning labor, equipment, and materials in Microsoft Project
- Customizing views, reports, and dashboards for field supervision
Module 6: Cost and Resource Control
- Cost estimation and budget monitoring
- Controlling labor and material usage
- Forecasting resource needs and managing constraints
- Integrating cost control with schedule performance
Bonus Section: Practical Workshop on Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Understanding EVM for construction supervision
- Applying EVM to multiple ongoing projects
- Real-world examples and performance analysis
General Information
- Customized Training: Course content can be tailored to meet specific organizational needs
- Language: Participants should have a good command of English
- Learning Format: Includes presentations, hands-on exercises, tutorials, and group discussions led by experienced facilitators
- Certification: A certificate of completion is awarded by Stepsure Training and Research Institute
- Training Venues: Held at Stepsure Training and Research Institute locations, with options for in-house or online delivery
- Course Duration: Flexible based on organizational requirements
- In-Person Training Inclusions: Includes facilitation, course materials, two coffee breaks, buffet lunch, and certification. Travel and accommodation costs are the responsibility of participants
- Additional Services: Accommodation, airport pickup, visa processing, and freight booking are available at discounted rates upon request
- Equipment: Laptops and tablets available for hire during training sessions
- Post-Training Support: One year of free consultation and coaching after course completion
- Group Discounts: Organizations registering more than two participants qualify for discounts ranging from 10 to 50 percent
- Payment: Payment should be made in advance to confirm registration and logistics
Contact Us
Email: info@stepsureresearchinstitute.org
Phone: +254 723 482 495
Website: www.stepsureresearchinstitute.org
