Construction Project Management CPJ2

Holland Code: E (Enterprising)

What academic skills do I need to be successful in the program?

This list does not replace the admission requirements you must have for admission to the program. Please see website for details.

General requirements

• This is a graduate certificate program meaning applicants need to have a college diploma or bachelor’s degree or five years related work experience to enter the program.
• It is highly recommended that students be proficient in the following areas before entry into the program:  Mathematics, Business Communication and -  Computer applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• The course work involved a significant amount of group work; applicants should have the ability to work in teams.

What personal qualities should someone interested in this career have?

• Leadership skills
• Good analytical skills
• A commitment to customer satisfaction
• The ability to think logically and critically and solve problems
• The willingness to take responsibility
• The ability to make important decisions
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• The ability to diplomatically resolve conflicts or disputes
• tThe ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Self-directed, self-motivated, takes initiative
• The ability to work well under pressure and deal with unexpected situations calmly and effectively
• The ability to handle stressful situations and frequent deadlines

What kind of work could I do when I graduate?

Graduates of this program may go on to become a

Project manager, estimator, quantity surveyor, site supervisor, subcontractor, building developer, material supplier, field coordinator, expeditor, inspector, scheduler or contract manager.

Places you may find yourself employed include

Small to large commercial constructors, residential building companies, subdivision developers, municipal building departments, or self-employment.

Typical working conditions for this kind of work:

• Work in both office settings and construction sites
• Construction projects may require travel away from home base

Tasks a graduate may do in the workplace

• Plan and execute projects
• Train, organize and supervise project teams, staff and contractors
• Prepare and submit project budgets, schedules, resource requirements, quality assurance criteria and project plans
• Create project budgets
• Prepare, revise and sign contracts with clients, contractors and stakeholders
• Represent their company to clients, contractors, stakeholders and union representatives
• Prepare and submit schedules and progress reports
• Manage vendor relations
• Conduct post-project meetings with stakeholders and project team to discuss lessons learned
• Prepare estimates of material and labour costs for tendered projects
• Prepare contracts or negotiate revisions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers, or subcontractors
• Study job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods
• Plan, schedule, or coordinate construction project activities to meet deadlines
• Plan, organize, or direct activities concerned with the construction or maintenance of structures, facilities, or systems
• Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports, or cost tracking reports
• Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, or design professionals to discuss and resolve matters, such as work procedures, complaints, or construction problems
• Inspect or review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, environmental regulations or other regulations 
• Investigate damage, accidents, or delays at construction sites to ensure that proper construction procedures are being followed
• Develop or implement quality control programs

Helpful links for further research into this Fanshawe College program and career opportunity

• PQS credential through the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (CIQS)
• Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT)
• LEED professional credential through the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC)
• Council of Ontario Construction Associations (COCA)
• Canadian Construction Association (CCA)
• BuildForce.ca
• Fanshawe’s library has prepared a subject guide for current students in this program. You may find the links and information provided very useful in learning more about this career.

Last Modified: June 4, 2024