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INSTRUCTOR: 
Jorge Rueda-Benavides, Ph.D.

Purpose and Background

Preparation to assume a leadership role in the construction industry is more than having the degrees and qualifications required by the position. It also requires an effort to understand the specifics of each project and the ability to strategically tailor the project management and leadership approach to better meet project objectives and stakeholders’ expectations. This webinar provides guidance on the preparation of a Project Management Philosophy Statement and project-specific Leadership Profiles strategically designed to meet the needs of each project and facilitate success. The webinar also explains the use of the Leadership Profile as a team-building tool and other effective team management practices. This webinar is 90 minutes in length.​

Benefits and Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

• ​​1.Define simple steps to strategically prepare yourself for a leadership role in a construction project, tailored to each project’s specific needs and requirements.
• 2.​Understand the overall structure and importance of a Project Management Philosophy Statement as a guide to successfully leading construction projects.
• 3.​​Tailor your Leadership Profile to meet the unique needs of each construction project.
• 4.Understand the value of a well-designed Leadership Profile as an effective tool for team recruitment and management.
• 5.​Implement effective team management practices that enhance your project management and leadership competencies.

Assessment of Learning Outcomes

Achievement of the learning outcomes by webinar participants will be assessed through short post-assessment (true-false, multiple choice, and fill-in-the-blank questions).

Who Should Attend?

• Design and construction project managers
• ​Assistant project managers
• Upper management executives
• Field engineers and managers
• Construction administrators​
• General contractors
• Entry-level and experienced engineers
• Upper management executives
• Architects and design professionals
• Public or private owners

Pre-requisites

The webinar is designed for both entry-level and experienced engineering, design, and construction professionals, as well as those who are employed by public and private owners.

Outline

• Project Manager’s responsibilities and competencies
• ​​Strategic preparation for project management
• Leadership Profile development and practical application
• Effective Team Management Practices

How to Earn your CEUs/PDHs

This course is worth 0.2 CEUs / 2 PDHs To receive your certificate of completion, you will need to complete a short post-test and receive a passing score of 70% or higher within 30 days of the course.

How do I convert CEUs to PDHs?

1.0 CEU = 10 PDHs [Example: 0.1 CEU = 1 PDH]