Construction Project Management: Planning, Execution, and Risk Mitigation

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What you will learn

The program will enable you to:

  • Implement the fundamentals of modern construction project planning and management.

  • Analyze methods of project procurement and the construction project lifecycle.

  • Utilize the tools and techniques for project evaluation and calculating return on investment for construction projects.

  • Assess budgets and schedules with project control tools for integrated time and cost management.

  • Navigate model-based digital project workflows for technology integration (e.g., robotics) in construction projects.

Live online curriculum

Construction Project Management is a fully online program, with the content delivered through synchronous live online instructor-led lectures. The curriculum is divided into four modules, each built around one 90-minute live instructor-led session per week.

  • Week 1: Foundations of Modern Construction Management

  • Week 2: Project Evaluation: Risk Assessment and Management

  • Week 3: Project Execution: Estimating, Scheduling, and Control

  • Week 4: Stakeholder Engagement and Technology Integration

Explore the live online program curriculum in detail to see how it shapes your learning journey.

Live sessions schedule

Date

Time

Week 1: Foundations of Modern Construction Management

Monday, June 30, 2025

9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. ET

Week 2: Project Evaluation: Risk Assessment and Management

Monday, July 7, 2025

9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. ET

Week 3: Project Execution: Estimating, Scheduling, and Control

Monday, July 14, 2025

9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. ET

Week 4: Stakeholder Engagement and Technology Integration

Monday, July 21, 2025

9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. ET

Who is this program for?

Construction Project Management program is ideal for construction professionals who are interested in pursuing a management role and professionals working in adjacent fields.

These include:

  • Project managers, site supervisors, or team leads looking to upskill and enhance their ability to manage complex projects.

  • Engineers and forepersons in related technical or operational roles who are transitioning into construction management positions.

  • Architects or designers in construction projects who need to align their work with the construction process.

  • Real estate developers, procurement specialists, or facility managers looking to support their decision making and collaboration with construction team members.

  • Small business owners or entrepreneurs in the construction industry, including general contractors or material suppliers, aiming to scale their businesses or improve their services.

  • Civil engineers aiming to transition into project management roles or collaborate closely with PMs, contractors, and clients or lead multidisciplinary teams across the project lifecycle.

  • Consultants in areas such as project management, cost estimation, sustainability, or compliance who want a deeper understanding of construction workflows and risk mitigation.

Program highlights

Live Online Sessions in the Construction Project Management: Planning, Execution and Risk Mitigation program
Live Online Sessions
Comprehensive Curriculum in the Construction Project Management program
Comprehensive Curriculum
Expert Instructor in the Construction Project Management: Planning, Execution and Risk Mitigation program
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Tools and Frameworks in the Construction Project Management program
Tools and Frameworks
Practical Applications in the Construction Project Management: Planning, Execution and Risk Mitigation program
Practical Applications
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Office Hours

Meet the instructors

Construction Project Management program faculty
Vineet R. Kamat, PhD

John L. Tishman Family Professor of Construction Management and Sustainability; Professor, Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Michigan

Professor Vineet Kamat’s research interests are in exploring automation and robotics to improve work processes in the construction, operation, and maintenance of civil infrast...

Construction Project Management program certificate

Certificate

Upon successful program completion, participants receive a verified digital certificate from Michigan Engineering Professional Education, recognizing their expertise in construction leadership.

Note: After successful completion of the program, your verified digital certificate will be emailed to you in the name you used when registering for the program. All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of Michigan Engineering Professional Education. Please also note that participation in the Construction Project Management program (a) will not result in a degree from, alumni status, or earned credit from Michigan Engineering Professional Education, or at the University of Michigan (or, to Michigan’s knowledge, any other institution); (b) will not be recorded on any Michigan Engineering Professional Education, or the University of Michigan transcript; and (c) does not guarantee or suggest that a participant will be admitted to Michigan Engineering Professional Education, University of Michigan, or to any other university or institution.

FAQs

Connect with a program advisor for a 1:1 session

Our program advisors have helped executives across the world choose the right program for their career goals. Schedule a 1:1 to get a deeper understanding of why the Construction Project Management program is the right fit for you.

Email: learner.success@emeritus.org

Phone: +1 315 623 3923 (U.S.) | +44 1795 904767 (U.K.) | +65 3129 8432 (SG)

Early registrations are encouraged. Seats fill up quickly!

Flexible payment options available.

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