Lesson series

Construction Management, Productivity, and Cost Control

AIA Pre-Approved • 6 Learning Unit (LU/HSW)
(Online, Self-Paced – 6Hours)

Who This Course Is Designed For

All hours are fully recognized for AIA LU / HSW credit and support competency development for the following professional groups:

① AIA Members
AIA Architect Members • AIA Associate Members

② Licensed & Regulated Professionals
Licensed Architects • Interior Designers (IDCEC / ASID / IIDA)

③ Architectural Technology & Design Teams
Architectural Technologists • Senior Technologists • Architectural Designers • Intern / Graduate Architects • BIM Technologists • Drafting Technicians

④ Construction & Project Delivery Teams
Design-Build Contractors • Construction Managers • Project Managers • Site Supervisors • Residential Builders • Developers • Technical Staff

⑤ Specialized Consultants
Building Code Consultants • Planning Consultants • Building Envelope Professionals • Structural Engineers • Fire Protection Engineers • Sustainability & Energy Modelling Consultants • Passive House / Net-Zero Consultants • Engineering-related design staff

Course Description

This course examines integrated construction project management across the full project life cycle, with a focus on productivity, cost control, and informed decision-making. Participants will explore delivery frameworks, integrated design, labor management, cost estimation, and economic feasibility to understand how coordinated project planning and execution support safe, efficient, and high-quality construction outcomes.

Learning Outcomes

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

1. Identify key phases of the construction project life cycle and the roles of owners, consultants, and contractors.
2. Apply modern project management and integrated design principles to improve coordination and reduce project risk.
3. Evaluate labor productivity, job-site efficiency, and labor relations as factors influencing project performance and safety.
4. Understand construction cost estimation methods and their role in controlling risk, cost overruns, and project outcomes.
5. Assess economic feasibility and project value using basic financial metrics and performance evaluation tools.

Course Purpose

The goal of this course is not to overwhelm learners with technical minutiae, but to equip professionals with practical, actionable insights that support safer job sites, smarter decision-making, stronger design outcomes, and high-performance construction practices.

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