# Construction Management Course Online

100% online with software, certification exams, live support, and industry-recognized certificate

Canonical URL: <https://vdci.edu/courses/construction-management-course-online>

## Overview

Learn the skills and knowledge needed to manage construction projects from start to finish. This comprehensive certification program blends core construction management principles with self-paced training in industry-standard tools like Bluebeam, Smartsheet, and Procore. You’ll develop practical experience in scheduling, estimating, materials selection, and project coordination while learning how construction teams operate across every phase of a project.

By the end of the program, you’ll be prepared to manage budgets, schedules, and resources, collaborate with stakeholders, and apply best practices used in real-world construction environments. The course also prepares students to take the Procore Student Certification Exam and Bluebeam Certified Professional Exam.

## What you'll learn

- How construction projects are planned, executed, and managed from start to finish
- Techniques for creating and maintaining construction schedules using Smartsheet
- How to perform quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for residential and commercial projects
- Best practices for document control, RFIs, submittals, and issue tracking
- How to evaluate construction materials for performance, cost, and sustainability
- How to collaborate effectively with project stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams
- Practical strategies for managing risk, safety plans, and quality control
- Workflows using Bluebeam and Procore to support modern construction projects

## Curriculum
1. **Intro to Construction Management Course Online**
2. **Intermediate Construction Management Course Online**
3. **Construction Management with Procore Course Online (Coming Soon)**
4. **Construction Scheduling Course Online**
5. **Intro to Construction Estimating Course Online**
6. **Construction Estimating with Bluebeam Course Online**
7. **Communication & Connection Course Online**
8. **Self-Management Skills Course Online**
9. **Teamwork, Collaboration & Leadership Course Online**
10. **Construction Materials Course Online**
11. **Commercial Blueprint Reading Course Online**
12. **Residential Blueprint Reading Course Online**
13. **MEP Blueprint Reading Course Online**
14. **Structural Blueprint Reading Course Online**

## Instructors

### Matt F. — Instructor

Matt F. is a well-rounded construction professional with a diverse background of construction industry experience. Matt has strong experience working on major commercial and residential construction projects, overseeing projects from pre-construction through to closeout. He also has a deep knowledge of the construction technology space, having hands-on experience with many of the major players in the construction technology landscape. Matt loves sharing his industry knowledge with others and continuing to learn about the newest trends in construction technology.

### Ed Wenz — Instructor

Ed started Wenz Consulting after 35 years as a professional construction estimator. He continues to work on various projects while also dedicating time to teaching and training through Wenz Consulting and VDCI. Ed has over 10 years of experience in Sage Estimating Development and Digital Takeoff Systems and has an extensive background in Construction Software and Communications Technology. Ed enjoys spending his free time with his wife and grandchildren in San Diego.

**Credentials:**

- Sage Estimating Certified Instructor
- Construction Cost Estimating

### David Nguyen — Instructor

David is the AEC Software Specialist at VDCI, with a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management and an Associate’s degree of science in Drafting and General Design from ITT Technical Institute. A San Diego native with over 12 years working in the Design Industry and construction industry, David brings his construction and design expertise to help all students achieve their goals in the field. Outside of his professional life, David loves attending concerts, festivals, playing his guitar and restoring and repairing all types of vehicles.

**Credentials:**

- OSHA 30 hr. Construction Safety Certified
- Construction Software: SketchUp, Bluebeam Revu, Autodesk Suite (AutoCAD, Fusion, REVIT)
- Mechanical Software: PTC CREO Parametric, Solidworks, MasterCAM

### Luis Hernandez — Instructor

Luis has a Bachelor of Architecture Degree from the University of Southern California and over 10 years of professional AEC industry experience. He has made extensive use of AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit and Photoshop in his work, and is happiest when helping others achieve success. He’s an avid traveler who has run 10 marathons and enjoys reading, yoga, camping, volunteering and attending music festivals all over the world.

## Pricing

**Tuition:** $1499

Payment options: pay-as-you-go installments.
