Built to Last: Quality Management in Construction
Construction projects thrive on quality. From the materials used to the way tasks are managed, quality touches every aspect. This course equips you with the tools and knowledge to ensure your project delivers just that.
This course empowers you to confidently plan, execute, and measure quality on your construction projects, ensuring every aspect resonates with excellence.
It also addresses the role of quality improvement on projects and investigates the application of quality principles in an adaptive (Agile) project management approach.
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What you’ll learn
- Master the principles and applications of quality management specific to construction projects.
- Understand the interconnectedness of Quality as defined by gurus, Quality Management Systems (QMS), and their objectives.
- Seamlessly integrate quality practices into every stage, from planning and execution to control and improvement.
- Gain clarity on common misunderstandings to implement quality effectively.
- Set clear, measurable, and attainable expectations for materials, processes, and deliverables aligned with project specifications and contracts.
- Formulate a guiding principle that drives quality commitment and motivates project teams.
- Translate qualitative goals into quantifiable targets for tracking progress and demonstrating improvement.
- Understand and apply relevant industry standards and design effective key performance indicators (KPIs) for quality monitoring.
- Integrate all elements into a roadmap for achieving quality excellence throughout the project.
- Master the QA/QC processes, including quality assurance tools, supplier management, inspections, testing, and nonconformity resolutions.
This course offers
Online
- 16 hours of virtual training.
- Accessible on all standard mobile and PC devices with access to Wifi.
- e-Certificate of completion.
In-Person
- 16 hours of in-person training.
- Certificate of completion.
- Lunch and snacks provided.
- Held at 320 The Hillside Street, Lynnwood, Pretoria.
- Custom arrangements for larger groups or on-site bookings available on request.
On Site
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You get:
- Certificate of Attendance
- 2 ECSA CPD points , 1 SACPCMP Credit (10 CPD Hours)
Who this course is for:
- Project managers
- Site managers/Supervisors
- Construction engineers
| COURSE DATE | DELIVERY METHOD | COURSE FEE | EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT | DISCOUNT OFFER ENDS | SECURE YOUR SPOT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-5 JUNE 2025 | ONLINE | R5 200.00 | R3 900.00 | 23 MAY 2025 | |
| 7-8 JULY 2025 | ONLINE | R5 200.00 | R3 900.00 | 27 JUNE 2025 |
Prerequisites
This course is designed for individuals with an understanding of project management principles, ideally with experience in construction projects.
Duration and Material
- Two days (14 hours) classroom format instructor-led training in a relaxed learning environment allowing for real-time feedback, questions and answers, and practical exercises.
- Delegates will have access to a recording of the training event.
- Delegates will be provided with a copy of the presentation slides.
Course Content
9 Discussion Points | 16 hours total length
About this course
The “Built to last: quality management in construction” course provides a comprehensive overview of essential quality management principles tailored for the construction industry for a duration of two days. Participants will explore critical topics, including the foundational concepts of quality management, objectives, and benefits, as articulated by quality experts. The course delves into quality planning, addressing quality requirements, policies, standards, and metrics, alongside common pitfalls in planning processes. Participants will learn about quality assurance and control processes, emphasizing the significance of quality audits, supplier management, inspections, testing, and nonconformity management. Additionally, the course will cover the cost of quality, its components, and strategies for estimating and tracking costs within construction projects. By engaging with these concepts, professionals will gain the tools and insights necessary to effectively enhance quality management practices throughout the project life cycle, fostering improved outcomes in construction.
