Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Fundamentals of Engineering Project Management

• Understand the principles and processes of project management in engineering.
• Define project scope, objectives, stakeholders, and deliverables.
• Identify project constraints, risks, and success factors.

2. Project Planning and Scheduling

• Develop project work breakdown structures (WBS) and milestones.
• Utilize Gantt charts, Critical Path Method (CPM), and PERT for scheduling.
• Apply resource allocation and task dependencies in engineering projects.

3. Budgeting and Cost Control

• Estimate project costs, including materials, labor, and equipment.
• Implement cost tracking, forecasting, and Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Optimize budget control and cost reduction strategies.

4. Risk Management in Engineering Projects

• Identify common risks in engineering and construction projects.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency planning.
• Apply Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and risk registers.

5. Contract Management and Regulatory Compliance

• Understand contract types (fixed-price, cost-plus, time & material).
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety regulations, and environmental laws.
• Manage contract negotiation, procurement, and vendor relationships.

6. Quality Assurance and Performance Monitoring

• Implement Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) procedures.
• Utilize Six Sigma, Lean, and ISO standards for engineering projects.
• Develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and progress tracking tools.

7. Project Execution, Communication, and Leadership

• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Utilize agile and traditional project execution methodologies.
• Enhance team collaboration, reporting, and decision-making processes.

8. Digital Tools and Technologies for Project Management

• Use Project Management Software (MS Project, Primavera, SAP, Trello, Jira).
• Implement Building Information Modeling (BIM) and digital twin technologies.
• Apply AI, automation, and data analytics for project optimization.

9. Case Studies and Practical Applications

• Analyze real-world engineering project challenges and solutions.
• Participate in project planning and scheduling simulations.
• Develop a customized project execution plan for an engineering project.

Target Audience

• Engineers and project managers
• Construction and civil engineering professionals
• Technical leads and operations managers
• Procurement and contract administrators
• Quality and safety compliance officers