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Project Management

Construction Project Management

Construction projects involve complex coordination between clients, designers, contractors and suppliers under tight budgets and schedules. This course covers the construction project life cycle, procurement routes and contracts, planning and scheduling, cost control, quality and safety management, site coordination, claims avoidance and handover. Participants apply tools to a construction project case.

5 days Classroom or live online English
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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Construction projects frequently suffer from delays, overruns and disputes. This course gives you the practical tools to plan, control and deliver construction projects more successfully.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

  • Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
  • Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
  • Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.
Course methodology

How you will learn.

The course uses a running construction case study, planning and cost exercises, contract comparisons, site scenario discussions and group presentations.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain the construction project life cycle and stakeholders
  • Compare procurement routes and contract forms
  • Plan and schedule construction works
  • Control construction costs and cash flow
  • Manage quality, health and safety on site
  • Manage changes, claims and project handover
Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

  • Construction project managers
  • Site and construction managers
  • Engineers and quantity surveyors
  • Client-side project managers
  • Contract administrators
Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

  • Construction planning
  • Procurement routes
  • Cost control
  • Site coordination
  • Health and safety management
  • Change and claims management
Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Construction Project Life Cycle

  1. 09:00–09:54Project stages from feasibility to handover
  2. 09:54–10:48Stakeholders and roles
  3. 10:48–11:00Design management
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Design management (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Permits and approvals
  7. 13:06–14:00Exercise: Stakeholder map

Day 2Procurement and Contracts

  1. 09:00–09:54Traditional, design and build and management contracting
  2. 09:54–10:48Standard forms of contract
  3. 10:48–11:00Tendering and evaluation
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Tendering and evaluation (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Risk allocation
  7. 13:06–14:00Workshop: Selecting a procurement route

Day 3Planning and Cost Control

  1. 09:00–09:54Construction schedules and critical path
  2. 09:54–10:48Resource and logistics planning
  3. 10:48–11:00Cost plans and budgets
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Cost plans and budgets (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Cash flow and valuations
  7. 13:06–14:00Lab: Construction schedule review

Day 4Site Management

  1. 09:00–09:54Quality management and inspections
  2. 09:54–10:48Health and safety planning
  3. 10:48–11:00Subcontractor coordination
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Subcontractor coordination (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Progress monitoring
  7. 13:06–14:00Case study: Recovering a delayed project

Day 5Change, Claims and Handover

  1. 09:00–09:54Variations and change control
  2. 09:54–10:48Delay and disruption claims
  3. 10:48–11:00Dispute avoidance
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Dispute avoidance (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Commissioning and handover
  7. 13:06–14:00Capstone: Construction project plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

Dates & venues

Find a session that works for you.

Confirmed dates accept registration requests. Tentative dates are enquiry only.

Dubai 16 Nov - 20 Nov 2026
Confirmed dates
£3,150.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 16 Nov - 20 Nov 2026
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Frankfurt 7 Dec - 11 Dec 2026
Confirmed dates
£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 7 Dec - 11 Dec 2026
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Kuala Lumpur 14 Dec - 18 Dec 2026
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£1,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 14 Dec - 18 Dec 2026
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Paris 4 Jan - 8 Jan 2027
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£2,860.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 4 Jan - 8 Jan 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Istanbul 18 Jan - 22 Jan 2027
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 18 Jan - 22 Jan 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Rome 25 Jan - 29 Jan 2027
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£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 25 Jan - 29 Jan 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Amsterdam 1 Feb - 5 Feb 2027
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£2,540.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 1 Feb - 5 Feb 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Singapore 15 Feb - 19 Feb 2027
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£2,820.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 15 Feb - 19 Feb 2027
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£1,250.-Register
London 1 Mar - 5 Mar 2027
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£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 1 Mar - 5 Mar 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Dubai 15 Mar - 19 Mar 2027
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£3,150.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 15 Mar - 19 Mar 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Barcelona 22 Mar - 26 Mar 2027
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£2,840.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 22 Mar - 26 Mar 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Frankfurt 5 Apr - 9 Apr 2027
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 5 Apr - 9 Apr 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Kuala Lumpur 19 Apr - 23 Apr 2027
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£1,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 19 Apr - 23 Apr 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Paris 3 May - 7 May 2027
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£2,860.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 3 May - 7 May 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Istanbul 17 May - 21 May 2027
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 17 May - 21 May 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Vienna 24 May - 28 May 2027
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£2,940.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 24 May - 28 May 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Amsterdam 7 Jun - 11 Jun 2027
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£2,540.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 7 Jun - 11 Jun 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Singapore 21 Jun - 25 Jun 2027
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£2,820.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 21 Jun - 25 Jun 2027
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£1,250.-Register
London 5 Jul - 9 Jul 2027
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£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 5 Jul - 9 Jul 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Dubai 19 Jul - 23 Jul 2027
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£3,150.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 19 Jul - 23 Jul 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Rome 26 Jul - 30 Jul 2027
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£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 26 Jul - 30 Jul 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Frankfurt 2 Aug - 6 Aug 2027
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 2 Aug - 6 Aug 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Kuala Lumpur 16 Aug - 20 Aug 2027
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£1,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 16 Aug - 20 Aug 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Paris 6 Sept - 10 Sept 2027
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£2,860.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 6 Sept - 10 Sept 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Istanbul 20 Sept - 24 Sept 2027
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 20 Sept - 24 Sept 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Cape Town 27 Sept - 1 Oct 2027
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£1,890.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 27 Sept - 1 Oct 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Amsterdam 4 Oct - 8 Oct 2027
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£2,540.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 4 Oct - 8 Oct 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Singapore 18 Oct - 22 Oct 2027
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£2,820.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 18 Oct - 22 Oct 2027
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£1,250.-Register
London 1 Nov - 5 Nov 2027
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£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 1 Nov - 5 Nov 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Dubai 15 Nov - 19 Nov 2027
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£3,150.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 15 Nov - 19 Nov 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register
Cape Town 29 Nov - 3 Dec 2027
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£1,890.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 29 Nov - 3 Dec 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Frankfurt 6 Dec - 10 Dec 2027
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 6 Dec - 10 Dec 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Kuala Lumpur 13 Dec - 17 Dec 2027
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£1,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 13 Dec - 17 Dec 2027
Confirmed dates
£1,250.-Register

Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon UK certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon UK programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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