Managing and Supervising Projects, Consultants and Contractors

Place: London , Istanbul , Kuwait ,Amman 

May 15 - May 19\ 2022                  : Amaan 

May 15 - May 19\ 2022                  : London

Oct 10—Oct 14 \ 2022                    : Istanbul

 Oct 10—Oct 14 \ 2022                   :Kuwait

May 15 - May 19\ 2022                  : London

October 10  - October 14 \2022   : Istanbul

May 09- May 13 \ 2022                 : Istanbul

 

Introduction

Project management’s primary goal is to maximize the probability of producing a successful project in all its stages. However, the likelihood of project failure is considerable, especially where budgets and timelines are tight. The only way to escape failure is to follow an innovative strategy throughout the planning and construction processes and understand how to organize and manage the right resources to deliver the project according to the correct Scope of work. The goal is to manage the project so that it finishes on time and budget, while still delivering a final product that meets codes, plans, and specifications.

This training course has been designed to provide learners with a comprehensive focus to enhance the participant’s knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to increase his value to his organization and enhance his career as a supervisor in engineering projects.

This IACT training course will highlight:

Ü The key characteristics of all projects

Ü Exploring the benefits of developing project management skills

Ü Managing and Supervising Construction Projects

Ü Evaluation of Vendor Bids

Ü Working with Consultants and Contractors during the different phases of the project in a scientific manner to support selection decision

Ü Predicting and managing any risks that may hinder the project

Objectives 

By the end of this training seminar, you will be able to:

Ü Understand the framework of structured project management

Ü Review of the different applied design management models for construction

Ü Develop your cost estimating skills

Ü Determine the best methods for project stakeholder

Ü Developing “Statements of Work” and Service Level Agreements as contract documents

Ü Sourcing and Selecting appropriate Consultants and Contractors

Ü Develop your negotiation and decision-making skills

Who Should Attend?

Ü Project Supervisors

Ü Project Managers

Ü Project Engineers

Ü Project Management team professionals

Ü Contract Management Professionals

Ü Ideal for professionals engineering projects who have no prior project management training

 

Course Methodology

The course uses self-assessments and a wide mix of business cases that promote healthy discussions around the importance of managing multiple tasks, deadlines and priorities. Participants will benefit from role plays covering workplace challenges related to handling tasks, deadlines and priorities. They will learn how to deal with conflicts that may arise as a result. Interactive team exercises are also used with each team presenting their findings and comments.  

This interactive training course includes the following training methodologies as a percentage of the total tuition hours:

  • 30% Lectures, Concepts, Role Play
  • 30% Workshops & Work Presentations, Techniques
  • 20% Based on Case Studies & Practical Exercises
  • 20% Videos, Software & General Discussions

Pre and Post Test

 

Outline 

DAY 1:

Project Management in the Construction Industry

Ü Introduction to Construction Management

Ü Stages of Construction Project Management

Ü The role of a Project Manager/Supervisor in Construction Management

Ü Defining and understanding the goals, risks and quality of a project

Ü The major elements of a Construction Project and Safety Management

DAY 2: 

Scope of Work, Detailed Specifications and Construction Pricing

Ü Defining the detailed requirements and Scope of Work

Ü Understanding and Managing Project Constraints

Ü The absolute importance of collaboration with key stakeholders to determine the actual drawings and specifications

Ü Estimation and Costing techniques

Ü Construction Price and Cost Indices (PCIs)

DAY 3 :  

Procurement, Tendering and Selection

Critical importance of Strategic Procurement

Planning

Ü The Bidding and Bid Evaluation Process

Ü Understand Consultants and Contractor Firms’ Pricing Strategies

Ü Value for Money and the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for complex purchases

Ü The Fundamentals of Earned Value Management

DAY 4 :

Contract Development and Negotiation

Ü Understanding the concept and principle of contract law

Ü Analysis of the Contract requirements

Ü Model Contract Formats – specific for Consultants and Contractors

Ü Contract dispute and responding to a contract breach

Ü The Art of Negotiation and Persuasion

DAY 5 :

Managing Performance and Decision-Making Skills

Ü Issues in Contract Performance and major causes of change to contracts

Ü Managing Supplier Performance and Expectations

Ü Service Level Agreements, developing and managing Key Performance Indicators

Ü Decision Making Theory: Process, Models and Stages

Ü Ability and confidence to make the right decision

 

Schedule:

08:30 – 10:15 First Session

10:15 – 10:30 Coffee Break

10:30 – 12:15 Second Session

12:15 – 12:30 Coffee Break

12:30 – 14:00 Third Session

 

Fees:

The Fee for the seminar, including instruction materials, documentation, lunch, coffee/tea breaks & snack is:

5.250USD$