Academic Units
3
Section Number
212CNM105
Instruction Method
Online class
Construction Project Management: Bid and Beyond
Online
Construction managers need to be aware of potential problems and pitfalls when bidding and managing their own projects. Through a combination of lectures and group exercises, this course will examine leadership concepts and forward thinking project delivery methods, such as Design/Build and CM at Risk, Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) and more. You will evaluate industry employment opportunities, distinguish differences between public and private construction projects, discuss LEAN construction principles, practice using Building Information Modeling (BIM) software, learn enhanced marketing techniques and the RFP process. This course will also help you identify techniques to overcome potential problems and pitfalls when managing your own projects. By the end of this course, you will have a comprehensive understanding of the entire delivery process from design development through construction completion.
Learning Outcomes
- Apply next generation project delivery concepts such as Design/Build, CM at Risk and Integrated Project Delivery
- Utilize techniques to successfully cross-manage cost, schedule, quality and most importantly, safety
- Examine a variety of components within the project delivery process, such as long-term programming, planning, business development, marketing, financing, risk aversion and mitigation, public relations and relationships
- Write marketing plans that support your company’s long-term goals, strengths and experience
- Plan construction projects that meet the goals and vision of the owner and all project stakeholders
Skills You Will Gain
- Construction management
- Project Delivery
- Program management
- Preconstruction
Section Notes
This course will run from September 14 to November 22, 2021. This is an online course with class materials that can be accessed throughout the week. The course is structured to move from one week to the next.
Students will receive an email with login information to access the course on the first day of class, September 14.
Certificate Students: Students must earn a grade of C or higher (not a C minus) in order for this course to count towards the requirements for the Construction Management Certificate. Courses applied towards the Construction Management Certificate must be completed within five years.
Enrollment Policies
Drop requests (withdraw with a refund) will be approved, less a $30 processing fee, if the request is received within the first two weeks of the course. Click here to view complete enrollment policy information including details on withdrawals and transfers.
Students have the first week of class to enroll with the understanding that students who enroll after the first day of class are expected to reach out to their instructors to make sure they receive all content and are on track with the course.
Technical Requirements
All elements of this class will be conducted online. Students must have a computer with access to the internet and an email account in order to complete this course. Students must be able to download and upload files from and to the online classroom.
To ensure your success in this course, please review our technical requirements page.
Discounts
Group Discount
Groups of three or more, enrolled at the same time with a single payment method may receive a 10% discount on each enrollment. Contact UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education Student Services office to enroll your group: (530) 757-8777.
ASPE
Members can receive 10% discount on the course fee by entering the Coupon Code. If you don’t have your association discount code, contact UC Davis Extension Student Services at (800) 752-0881.
BIA
Members can receive 10% discount on the course fee by entering the Coupon Code. If you don’t have your association discount code, contact UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education at (800) 752-0881.
SRBX
Members can receive 10% discount on the course fee by entering the Coupon Code. If you don’t have your association discount code, contact UC Davis Extension Student Services at (800) 752-0881.
Early Enroll Discount
Enroll 14 days before the course start date to save $50 on the course fee.
CAAA Member Discount
Current members of the Cal Aggie Alumni Association and other UC alumni associations receive $50 off the course fee. If you don't have your association discount code contact UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education Student Services at (800) 752-0881.