PCM Training - Anser Advisory

Format: Virtual, Instructor-led

Who Should Attend: CMs at all levels who want to learn more about CMAA’s Standards of Practice or want to become a Certified Construction Manager (CCM)®. The CCM exam is covered under the GI Bill and the COOL (Credentialing Opportunities On-Line) programs for transitioning members of the military members:

Questions? Contact us!

Email: PMCM@anseradvisory.com

*A 10% group discount is available for groups of 10 or more participants.

Note: No official study materials or test preparation courses are required to take the CACM and CCM exams. Participation in this course does not guarantee a passing exam score. Please refer to the CACM Application Handbook and CCM Application Handbook for additional information and recommended resources.

Anser Advisory is a CMCI Approved Provider

A CMCI Recertification Point Provider (RPP) is an organization that has partnered with CMCI and is committed to providing education that meets the CMCI Board of Governors' standards. These partnerships help individuals earn or maintain the Certified Construction Manager (CCM) and Certified Associate Construction Manager (CACM) credentials by offering professional development credit through their events, courses, seminars, and webinars.

CMCI encourages CCMs and CACMs to consider courses from CMAA or CMCI RPPs to meet the professional development requirements necessary to maintain the CCM to CACM credential. The CMCI Recertification Point Provider logo readily identifies CMCI RPPs.

Introduction

What is Construction Management?
About CMAA, Mission & Vision, Publications, Resources
Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI)
Construction Industry Institute
(CII), CMAA/CII Alliance, and CII Best Practices

Professional Practice

Construction Management Profession and Certification
Code of Ethics
Essential Definitions
Legal Relationships
CM Fee Structures
Enforcement of Terms & Conditions of CM Agreements and Laws

Learning Objectives: Describe the similarities and differences between project and program management; Describe the role of program management during each project phase; Identify the key members needed on a Project Management Team.

Program Management

Define the similarities and differences between project and program management.
Describe the role of the program manager during each phase.
Identify the key members of the program management team.

Learning Objectives: Define Program Management and describe its functions and goals; Describe the key skills and responsibilities of a Program Manager; Describe common tools use for Program Management.

Project Management

Project Management Definitions, Functions, and Focus
Goals, Philosophies, and Concepts
Key Functions of the Project Manager
Project Management Tools
Project Management Services by Phase

Learning Objectives: Define Project Management and describe its functions and goals; Describe the key skills of a Project Manager; Describe common tools used for Project Management; Explain the Project Manager’s role during each construction phase.

Contract Administration

Delivery and Procurement Methods
Contract Forms and Terms
Contract Administration through Project Phases

Learning Objectives: Gain an understanding of the advantages/disadvantages of the type of contract administered by studying: delivery methods, procurement methods, and types of payment contract terms; Become familiar with the commonalities and differences in the contract forms; Learn the required contract administrative activities in each project phase.

Time Management

Time Management Overview
CPM Building Blocks
Calculate the CPM Schedule
Scheduling by Project Phase
Time Impact on the Schedule
Time Management Calculation Activities

Learning Objectives: Explain the importance of time management in CM; Identify the primary objectives of CPM scheduling; Define key CPM terms; Describe the fundamentals of CPM scheduling; Explain how time impacts the project schedule.

Technology & BIM

Introduction to BIM and Common Applications
BIM and the Role of the CM
BIM by Project Phase

Learning Objectives: Describe the primary uses of BIM; Identify the role of the CM with BIM; Describe the role of BIM during each phase of the project.

Quality Management

Terms and Definitions
Quality Management Plans
Quality Management by Construction Phase

Learning Objectives: Define Quality Management terminology; Describe the Quality Management Plan; Evaluate the QA/QC processes; Conduct reviews for quality assurance.

Sustainability

Sustainability Goals, Objectives, and Requirements
The CM's role in Sustainability
Tools for Sustainable Construction Management
Sustainability by Construction Phase

Learning Objectives: Describe the common features of a sustainable project; Customize CM tools for a project with sustainability goals and requirements; Understand a sustainability plan; Provide leadership to achieve a project’s goals and requirements; Identify tasks by phase.

Cost Management & Value Engineering

Cost Management Overview
Preliminary Budgeting
Cost Management System
Cost Estimating
Cost Management by Project Phase
Value Engineering

Learning Objectives: Understand the CM’s roles and responsibilities for controlling project costs; Describe the methods for developing the project and construction estimates and budget; Explain the Cost Management System; Monitor and manage costs during all project phases.

Risk Management

Risk Identification
Risk Planning
Risk Mitigation
Risk Analysis

Learning Objectives: Explore the CM's role in risk management; Examine methods for identifying, assessing and mitigating risk; Examine the development of a risk management plan; Review risk management activities by phase.

Safety Management

Project Safety
OSHA Requirements and Liability
CM's Roles and Responsibilities
Project Safety Plan Implementation
Lessons Learned in the Field

Learning Objectives: Describe the CM's roles and responsibilities related to safety; Explain OSHA's requirements and guidelines for construction safety; Recognize liabilities associated with safety violations; Identify and report safety hazards.

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Cancellation Policy
If, for some reason, you are unable to attend, you may transfer to another course at no additional charge within 12 months of the course you originally registered for or you may receive a refund of your original registration rate, less a $200.00 administrative fee. Refund or transfer requests must be made at least 15 days prior to the course start date. No transfers or refunds will be made within 14 days of the course start date. Participant substitutions can be made at any time. If you have questions, please email.

Professional Construction Management

The Professional Construction Management Course™ (PCM) is a five-day comprehensive curriculum centered around CMAA’s Body of Knowledge and focuses on the core competencies of construction management.

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