The industry and profession in construction management is big business. The construction industry will continue to play a key role in society.
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The industry and profession in construction management is big business. The construction industry will continue to play a key role in society.
The industry and profession in construction management is big business. The construction industry will continue to play a key role in society.
Opportunities in construction management are endless. The course covers some of the following topics:
1. Characteristics that define the construction industry.
2. Four major sectors of construction management projects.
3. Current trends within the construction industry and role in society.
4. Skills to lead construction, specifically the Owner, Designer, and Construction Manager, and key
stakeholders.
5. This course concentrates on the people who fill the roles of owner, designer, and construction
manager, and must understand the following:
Responsibility and authority of the key construction management participants.
1. How is the construction industry changing?
2. Construction companies need leaders.
3. Continuous quality improvement.
4. The three forms of business organizations.
5. Characteristics of an effective construction management leader.
6. The art and science of organizing and leading a construction management project.
7. How the life of a facility goes through phases starting out as an idea combined with money and a project is born.
8. Understand planning, design, and construction tasks and how people are involved in the lifecycle of a building.
9 . Analyze the need for the facility and whether it is economically feasible. This is life-cycle cost
analysis.
10. Differentiate construction workers , their construction trade , and work experience.
11. What is the employment growth in the construction industry?
12. Differences in building construction projects and infrastructure projects.
13. How to use project management techniques in construction management.
14. Best practices in communication skills and field operations.
15. Construction methods and materials.
16. The role of civil engineering and other engineering disciplines.
17. Improving your construction experience and benefiting from real world lessons learned.
18. Architects design the project. Construction management professionals build the project at the
construction site. All parties need to work in harmony to fulfill the functions that must be performed.
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Syllabus
Week 1 - The Construction Industry and Career
Week 2 - Project Players
Week 3 - Management and Leadership
Week 4 - Project Chronology
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Practice project management techniques, such as using Gantt charts and PERT charts
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Regularly practicing these techniques will help you master the tools and methods used in construction management.
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Find online resources or tutorials on Gantt charts and PERT charts.
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Practice creating and using these charts for hypothetical construction projects.
Volunteer with a construction-related organization, such as Habitat for Humanity
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Volunteering will provide you with practical experience and allow you to give back to the community.
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Construction Management
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Find a construction-related organization in your community.
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Contact the organization and inquire about volunteer opportunities.
Follow tutorials on construction management software, such as AutoCAD or Revit
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Proficiency in construction management software is essential in the field.
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Find online tutorials or courses on construction management software.
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Follow the tutorials and practice using the software.
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Read Construction Management by Daniel W. Halpin and Ronald W. Howard
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Review this reference textbook to build a concrete foundation of construction management concepts and best practices.
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Read through each chapter, taking detailed notes on key topics.
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Complete the end-of-chapter exercises to test your understanding.
Create a business plan for a construction management company
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Developing a business plan will allow you to apply your construction management knowledge in a practical setting and enhance your entrepreneurial skills.
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Construction Management
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Research the construction industry and identify potential business opportunities.
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Develop a business concept and write a mission statement.
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Create a marketing plan to attract clients.
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Forecast your financial projections and develop a budget.
Start a small construction project, such as building a shed or renovating a bathroom
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Practical hands-on experience will greatly enhance your understanding of construction management principles and challenges.
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Construction
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Plan the project, including materials, budget, and timeline.
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Purchase materials and equipment.
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Build the project according to your plan.
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Document your project, including any challenges and lessons learned.
Attend workshops on construction management topics, such as risk management or sustainable construction
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Workshops provide valuable opportunities to learn from industry experts and network with other professionals in the field.
Browse courses on
Construction Management
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Research construction management workshops and identify those that align with your interests.
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Register and attend the workshops.
Create a blog or vlog about your construction management experiences
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Regularly creating content about construction management will solidify your learning and help you refine your communication skills.
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Construction Management
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Choose a blogging or vlogging platform and create an account.
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Develop a content calendar and plan your posts or videos.
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Create high-quality content that is informative and engaging.
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Promote your blog or vlog on social media and other channels.
Practice project management techniques, such as using Gantt charts and PERT charts
Show steps
Regularly practicing these techniques will help you master the tools and methods used in construction management.
Browse courses on
Project Management
Show steps
- Find online resources or tutorials on Gantt charts and PERT charts.
- Practice creating and using these charts for hypothetical construction projects.
Volunteer with a construction-related organization, such as Habitat for Humanity
Show steps
Volunteering will provide you with practical experience and allow you to give back to the community.
Browse courses on
Construction Management
Show steps
- Find a construction-related organization in your community.
- Contact the organization and inquire about volunteer opportunities.
Follow tutorials on construction management software, such as AutoCAD or Revit
Show steps
Proficiency in construction management software is essential in the field.
Browse courses on
Construction Management
Show steps
- Find online tutorials or courses on construction management software.
- Follow the tutorials and practice using the software.
Read Construction Management by Daniel W. Halpin and Ronald W. Howard
Show steps
Review this reference textbook to build a concrete foundation of construction management concepts and best practices.
Show steps
- Read through each chapter, taking detailed notes on key topics.
- Complete the end-of-chapter exercises to test your understanding.
Create a business plan for a construction management company
Show steps
Developing a business plan will allow you to apply your construction management knowledge in a practical setting and enhance your entrepreneurial skills.
Browse courses on
Construction Management
Show steps
- Research the construction industry and identify potential business opportunities.
- Develop a business concept and write a mission statement.
- Create a marketing plan to attract clients.
- Forecast your financial projections and develop a budget.
Start a small construction project, such as building a shed or renovating a bathroom
Show steps
Practical hands-on experience will greatly enhance your understanding of construction management principles and challenges.
Browse courses on
Construction
Show steps
- Plan the project, including materials, budget, and timeline.
- Purchase materials and equipment.
- Build the project according to your plan.
- Document your project, including any challenges and lessons learned.
Attend workshops on construction management topics, such as risk management or sustainable construction
Show steps
Workshops provide valuable opportunities to learn from industry experts and network with other professionals in the field.
Browse courses on
Construction Management
Show steps
- Research construction management workshops and identify those that align with your interests.
- Register and attend the workshops.
Create a blog or vlog about your construction management experiences
Show steps
Regularly creating content about construction management will solidify your learning and help you refine your communication skills.
Browse courses on
Construction Management
Show steps
- Choose a blogging or vlogging platform and create an account.
- Develop a content calendar and plan your posts or videos.
- Create high-quality content that is informative and engaging.
- Promote your blog or vlog on social media and other channels.
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