PMI Construction Professional (PMI-CP)™

Description

The PMI-CP credential, which stands for PMI Construction Professional, is a project management certification targeted at construction industry professionals. Introduced in February 2023, this qualification aims to equip construction project managers and practitioners with the ability to effectively handle the ever-growing complications in the construction domain, according to the Project Management Institute. The PMI Construction Professional (PMI-CP)™ certification is designed to serve as credible validation of your expertise and practice related to overseeing construction ventures. If your goal is to showcase your capability in guiding and maintaining large, intricate infrastructure undertakings on schedule, then pursuing this accreditation would be worthwhile!

Why Earn the PMI-CP™ Certification

Elevate your Leadership: PMI-CP™ certification sharpens your communication, active listening and commitment-based management skills – all of which empower you to elevate your leadership Empower Innovation and Sustainability: PMI-CP™ certification instills the necessary skills to adapt to current industry dynamics and sustainability demands. Stay Current in Your Industry: PMI-CP™ certification gives you what you need to stay up to date with current technologies, materials and communication. Future Proof Your Career: PMI-CP™ certification allows you to cultivate “future-proof” skills that help you excel in a dynamic construction landscape.

Topics Covered

Module 1: Construction Project Communications

Understand the principles of effective communication, including how to overcome cultural communication differences. Importance of effective communications Building a communication strategy and plan Managing stakeholder communications Active listening Establishing appropriate governance structures The Big Room (Obeya) Commitment-based management (CbM) Project Management Information Systems Evidence-based communications and CII’s Compass Diagnostic Tool Work through real-project scenario’s and case studies This module ends with an assessment to confirm your understanding, earning you a microcredential badge.

Module 2: Construction Interface Management

Achieve Mastery of Effective Interface Management Interventions throughout the project life cycle Apply key project interfaces and aspects of IM that lead to project success Employ the IM maturity model Leverage the project interface risk impact (PIRI) matrix Apply the interface complexity assessment tool (ICAT) Work through real-project scenario’s and case studies

Module 3: Construction Scope and Change Order Management

Learn to take control of scope creep and effectively manage change orders in large projects. Business objectives and performance outcomes to drive scope Setting the project up with a clear scope to ensure all Stakeholders are bought in Scope evaluation tools Scope management and governance Put in place an effective change order process Technology supporting scope management and change orders Work through real-project scenario’s and case studies

Module 4: Construction Contract and Risk Management

Learn how to prioritize project risks so high impact risks can be managed effectively. You will learn about different contract types and selecting the appropriate project delivery methods to mitigate project risk and limit project disputes and claims. Contract life cycle Contract and delivery method strategies Risk management Common causes of claims Managing claims and disputes Capstone

How to Earn PMI-CP™ Certification

Earning the PMI-CP™ certification is a rewarding step in your construction management career. Getting to the finish line involves hitting a few milestones, first. But it’s worth it.

PMI-CP™ Certification Milestones

Step 1: Complete Four Course Modules Step 2: Make Sure You Have Relevant Work Experience Step 3: Apply to Take the Certification Exam Step 4: Prepare for and Take the Certification Exam Step 5: Maintain Your Certification Step 6: Become a PMI Senior Construction Professional (PMI-SCP)™ (Optional)

PMI-CP™ certification eligibility requirements

You need 3 years of on-the-job experience (within the last 10 years) in construction projects or built environment projects to qualify for the PMI-CP™ certification exam, so make sure you have the required work experience before you apply.

Agilizing Limited — PMI® Authorized Training Partner (ATP)

Agilizing Limited is a member of the PMI Authorized Training Partner Program. PMI does not specifically endorse, approve, or warrant ATP’s products, courses, publications, or services. The PMI ATP seal is a registered mark of Project Management Institute, Inc. Agilizing has been reviewed and approved as a provider of project management training by the Project Management Institute (PMI). As a PMI ATP, Agilizing has agreed to abide by PMI-established quality assurance criteria and is approved to issue contact hours and PDUs for eligible courses. Our trainers include PMP® credential holders, and instructors with the Authorized Training Partner Instructor seal are authorized to teach PMP® exam prep. See Accreditation About PMI®