Construction Management Certification Course Online

This course offers a solid foundation in construction management, covering everything from project planning to completion. Ideal for aspiring professionals or those transitioning into the field, you'll learn key skills like scheduling, cost estimation, and effective communication with stakeholders. Through real-world examples and hands-on exercises, you’ll gain practical experience in managing construction projects successfully. Topics include construction technology, reading construction documents, and contract administration. Whether you're new to the industry or moving into a management role, this course gives you the knowledge needed to succeed.

• Key principles of construction management and project organization
• Essentials of construction technology and how it applies to the industry
• How to interpret and analyze construction documents effectively
• Fundamentals of contract administration and legal requirements in construction
• Practical strategies for managing resources, schedules, and budgets
• Communication and leadership skills to manage teams and stakeholders
• Insight into industry best practices and real-world applications
• Overview of the key parties involved, industry sectors, design vs. construction
• Overview of the major project delivery systems, payment/procurement options, bonds, and insurance

Take your construction management skills to the next level with this intermediate course. This course is designed for individuals with a foundational knowledge of construction management and aims to expand your expertise through practical applications and advanced concepts. You will learn how a construction project is managed from start to finish. You'll learn about cost estimating and scheduling concepts, earthwork estimating, and contracts. Get a head start in the construction industry with these useful insights, tips, and terminology.

• Advanced project scheduling and resource allocation strategies.
• Budget estimation and cost control techniques.
• Risk assessment and management in construction projects.
• Effective communication and collaboration in multidisciplinary construction teams.
• Insights into regulatory compliance and contract administration.
• Overview of safety plans, quality plans, site logistics plans, phasing plans, and stormwater management plans.
• Overview of document control, submittals, RFI's, issue management, and jobsite records.

Learn the essential skills to plan, organize, and manage construction projects effectively with Smartsheet. From understanding scheduling basics to creating detailed project timelines, this course provides hands-on experience using Smartsheet to build and maintain professional construction schedules. By the end, you’ll be prepared to confidently manage project milestones, dependencies, and updates throughout the project lifecycle. The course will cover the following: 

• The fundamentals of creating effective construction schedules tailored to project requirements
• Techniques for utilizing scheduling software to streamline project timelines and workflows
• Strategies for identifying and managing critical paths to avoid delays and ensure timely completion
• Best practices for resource allocation and balancing workloads across project teams
• Methods for monitoring progress and updating schedules to adapt to changing project conditions
• Tips for communicating schedules effectively with stakeholders and maintaining transparency throughout the project lifecycle

The course provides a comprehensive overview of the materials and systems used in both residential and commercial construction. From concrete foundations to roofing systems, this course covers the properties, applications, and sustainability of essential construction materials; the knowledge you need to make informed decisions in construction projects. Below are some of the topics this course covers: 

• Understand the properties and uses of essential construction materials, including concrete, steel, wood, and more
• Explore the latest innovations in sustainable and green construction materials
• Learn how to evaluate and select the appropriate materials for various project requirements
• Gain practical knowledge on applying materials effectively in both residential and commercial contexts
• Develop skills to assess material performance, durability, and cost-effectiveness
• Discover industry trends and best practices for using materials in modern construction projects

Taught by a professional construction estimator, this Construction Estimating Course will show you the purposes of construction estimating, the estimating tools used, and the skills required for construction estimating. You will go over quantity takeoffs and how to determine prices based on estimated quantities. The course wraps up discussing cost estimate proposals and what is included and excluded when creating an estimate. 

• Understand the fundamentals of construction estimating for residential and commercial projects.
• Learn to interpret architectural and structural plans to extract relevant cost-related data.
• Master different types of estimates, such as conceptual, preliminary, and detailed estimating.
• Gain insight into quantity surveying, estimating takeoffs, labor costs, equipment costs, and contingency planning.
• Explore industry-standard tools and software used for creating precise cost estimations.
• Develop problem-solving skills to analyze discrepancies and mitigate cost overruns effectively.

Learn how to perform accurate digital takeoffs and organize construction estimates in this hands-on Bluebeam Estimating course. Designed for contractors, estimators, and construction professionals, this course focuses on using Bluebeam Revu to generate quantity reports, streamline workflows, and prepare data for project proposals. You’ll work directly with construction drawings to master core estimating skills from measurement to final reporting.

• Build a solid foundation in digital estimating by learning key concepts such as takeoffs, quantities, and bid preparation using Bluebeam Revu.
• Practice using Bluebeam’s measurement, markup, and dynamic fill tools to calculate quantities across all building systems, including walls, windows, flooring, and roofing.
• Learn to manage data using tool chests, layers, spaces, and customizable columns. Export your takeoffs into shareable, editable reports for clients or team use.
• Apply your skills to real project drawings with structured exercises and assignments that mirror professional estimating workflows.

Learn Procore, the industry’s leading construction management software. Procore is a comprehensive construction management platform designed to streamline and simplify every aspect of a construction project. 

• Learn how to utilize the full capabilities of Procore software to manage construction projects seamlessly
• Gain strategies to improve collaboration between office and field teams for clarity and efficiency
• Learn the best practices for communication and task management
• Apply techniques for tackling challenges across all project phases
• Discover how to streamline processes, minimize delays, and reduce rework, ensuring every task aligns with project goals