| AGC of America is thrilled to launch the new Project Manager Development Program (PMDP) for early-career project managers or those looking to move into such a role. The five-course program covers the essentials of project management and provides a solid foundation for long-term career development.
The PMDP is a set of five highly interactive modules that include discussions, class activities and presentations, and provide participants the skills essential to their careers as project managers. Each module will run two nights per week for two weeks.
MODULE 1: Estimating & Job Costing
Sessions
* Introduction to Estimating Basics
* Project Planning and Setup
* Estimating Costs for Specific Tasks
* Estimating Costs Not Associated with a Specific Task
* Estimating Costs of Work by Others
* Putting Estimates into Action
* Estimating Redesign and Revisions
* Project Contributions to Corporate Profits and Module Summary
Learning Objectives
* Learn the importance of an estimate
* Understand the different types of estimates
* Develop professional estimating skills
* Appreciate the importance of good documentation and consistent formatting
* Gain awareness of how accurate cost information is critical to the success of the company
* Understand the link between design, estimating, and project costs
* Learn how equipment costs are developed and integrated into the estimate
* Learn how work by others is included in the estimate
* Learn how general cost and overhead not assignable to a specific task are included in the estimate
MODULE 2: Contract Administration
Sessions
* Introduction to Construction Law and Project Delivery
* Contract Basics
* Negotiating Fair Contracts
* Contract Documents
* Payment Terms
* Legal Issues
* Contracting With Others for Required Work
* Contract Termination and Module Summary
Learning Objectives
* Understand how basic contracts are structured, how different types of contracts are used, and how project documentation relates to effective contracting
* Increase awareness of important contract law and language, and how they are related to project risk
* Understand the difference between agent and independent contracts, torts and contractual liability cases, and criminal and civil proceedings
* Learn how different project delivery methods use different contracting strategies
* Improve knowledge of the process for contract amendments, changes, extensions, and final terms
* Distinguish between partial and material breaches and understanding the significance of termination, bankruptcy, and breach of contract claims
MODULE 3: Project Administration
Sessions
* Introduction to Project Safety
* Project Planning, Staffing and Partnering
* Planning for Environmental and Sustainability Concerns
* Project Scheduling
* Codes and Permits
* Material Handling
* Documentation and Visualization
* Project Closeout and Module Summary
Learning Objectives
* Gain an awareness of how pre-project planning affects the potential success of a project
* Understand the different areas of planning for the construction phase of a project
* Develop knowledge of LEED®, environmental issues, and lean construction
* Broaden awareness of how building codes, permits, reviews, and inspections have impact
* Learn the importance of scheduling, including the importance of purchasing long-lead items
* Understand the basics of the Uniform Commercial Code and material handling risks
* Learn the importance of document control, including submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings
* Learn how Building Information Modeling (BIM) is impacting the construction industry
* Understand the importance of project closeout and warranty management
MODULE 4: Risk Management
Sessions
* Introduction to Risk
* Insurance, Sureties, and Bonding
* Warranties and Liability Periods
* Documentation and Managing Risk
* Risk Management Issues
* Conduct of Employees
* Project Risks
* Risk Allocation and Module Summary
Learning Objectives
* Gain awareness of how risk changes over the different phases of a project
* Understand the types and sources of risk
* Learn techniques for managing risk, specifically risks that are the contractor's primary responsibility
* Learn how the scope and nature of risk management varies based on project contracting method
* Learn about warranty periods and liability tails
* Understand the basics of insurance and bonding
* Appreciate the importance of documentation in controlling risk
* Learn how quality control/quality assurance plans help mitigate performance risk
* Learn how risk and profit are related
MODULE 5: Leadership
Sessions
* Introduction to Leadership
* Professional Issues
* Working in Teams
* Managing Conflict
* Managing Your Career
* Customer Satisfaction
* Leadership Skills
* Personal Development and Module Summary
Learning Objectives
* Learn the difference between leading and managing
* Understand the importance of communication in effective leadership
* Develop techniques for motivating and negotiating solutions
* Broaden your awareness of ethical standards and professional responsibilities
* Learn the importance of teamwork
* Understand the basics of leadership tasks
* Appreciate the role of the human resource function
* Learn of coaching and mentoring opportunities
* Learn how to effectively manage change
* Learn how to achieve a healthy balance between work and family
COURSE ATTENDEES
PMDP participants are likely to have various titles depending on the kind of work they perform, the geographical location of their projects, and the size of their company. They may have titles such as assistant project manager, project manager, field engineer, project engineer, project administrator, etc. They may have experience as estimators, field personnel, project assistants, or office managers, and they may work in the heavy and highway sector, the commercial building sector, or in residential construction. They will most likely be early in their careers, have some post-high-school education, and less than two years of project-related experience.
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