PMI Construction Professional (PMI-CP)™

The PMI-CP is the only internationally recognized certification that offers an in-depth curriculum on the construction industry. The PMI-CP prepares construction project managers to lead, plan and manage contracts. It also equips you to navigate challenges and stay relevant in an ever-evolving field.

The PMI-CP^TM Curriculum is suitable for all professionals in the construction industry, including:

• Developers, Consultants, Contractors
• Not only Project Managers, but also Engineers, Architects, Quantity Surveyors, Planners, and more

 

PMI-CP™ certification builds and verifies knowledge, skill and experience as a construction project professional, demonstrating your ability to:

• Plan: Effectively strategize and manage project resources​
• Manage Contracts: Ensure contracts align with project goals​
• Mitigate Risks: Proactively handle risks and challenges​
• Lead Complexity: Use communication, active listening and commitment-based management skills ​
• Empower Innovation and Sustainability: Adapt to current industry dynamics and sustainability demands​
• Stay Current: Remain up-to-date with current technologies, materials and communication in a rapidly evolving industry

Course Modules:

Start your journey by completing all 4 foundational course modules in any order. These courses are self-paced and designed to meet your schedule. Each self-paced module is a 6-10 hour commitment. And each is an opportunity to earn professional development units (PDUs) that you can apply to certification renewals.

• Construction Project Communications (6 PDUs): Today’s large engineering and construction projects are incredibly complex, raising the requirements for effective communication.
• Construction Interface Management Course (3 PDUs): Get the required skills to transform the global construction industry and bring large, complex projects to life
• Construction Scope and Change Order Management Course (3 PDUs): Solve the challenges of scope creep and change order.
• Construction Contract and Risk Management Course (5 PDUs): This course will help you nail down new contract and risk management skills.

Pre- Requisites:

• 36 months leading construction projects​
• Completion of the four foundational PMI-CP learning modules

Course Outline:

Domain 1 : Contracts Management

• Manage risks and the risk process for Construction and Built Environment Projects
• Determine how to apply risk tools appropriately
• Manage the claims process
• Mange the contract lifecycle effectively
• Implement the Interface Management process efficiently

Domain 2 : Stakeholder Engagement

• Utilize Communication Tools Appropriately to engage stakeholders and maintain proper communication
• Prevent communication issues from occurring and ensure stakeholders are engaged
• Mitigate communication issues effectively as they emerge
• Manage stakeholders effectively

Domain 3: Strategy and Scope Management

• Manage stakeholders effectively
• Implement and Manage the Change Order Process effectively and deliver project benefits and value
• Develop and apply methods, tools and techniques to develop and manage project scope

Domain 4 : Project Governance

• Implement governance models to drive project outcomes
• Set up scope governance structures and practices on built environment projects
• Develop and apply methods, tools, and techniques to develop and manage project scope

Key Takeaways:

• Enhance Project Communication Strategies
• Understanding of the Construction Lifecycle
• Master interface management skills for the built environment
• Conquer scope challenges and change complexities in modern construction
• Manage risk and improve project outcomes
• Agile and Lean Construction Techniques
• Resource and Budget Management
• Legal and Regulatory Compliance

Certification Roadmap:

1. Establish your eligibility
2. Training on four Course Modules
3. Complete the application
4. Application review & PMI Approval
5. Pay and schedule the exam
6. Complete the exam with Pearson Vue