Construction Project Management
Plan to build a solid career in the construction industry.
- Enjoy a more personalized learning environment with our small classes
- Benefit from supportive and experienced faculty who are active in their industry
- Gain the latest and best industry-specific knowledge and skills to be career-ready upon graduation
Program Availability and Schedule
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Program Summary
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Algonquin College has partnered with CDI College, a private career college located in the Greater Toronto Area, to deliver this program to international students at their campus in Mississauga, Ontario.
The Construction Project Management Ontario College Graduate Certificate program prepares you for advancement in the construction industry and the management of construction projects in a wide variety of settings....(read more)
Overview
Plan to build a solid career in the construction industry.
Algonquin College has partnered with CDI College, a private career college located in the Greater Toronto Area, to deliver this program to international students at their campus in Mississauga, Ontario.
The Construction Project Management Ontario College Graduate Certificate program prepares you for advancement in the construction industry and the management of construction projects in a wide variety of settings.
This program provides you with a solid educational foundation in construction or construction-related fields. Learn to manage the total construction process effectively, from initial planning to program completion. Use case studies throughout the program and prepare for a full range of situations that can emerge on construction job sites.
Each course in the program has been accredited by the Canadian Construction Association for the Gold Seal Certification Program.
Graduates may find employment in a variety of construction project management positions, including:
- project manager
- site superintendent
- project superintendent
- construction manager
- construction operations manager
To qualify for this graduate certificate, you must complete the program within one year.
SUCCESS FACTORS
This program is well-suited for students who:
- Are interested in the construction industry.
- Have the ability to see the big picture.
- Like building teams that are working towards common goals.
- Enjoy balancing competing demands.
- Thrive on the challenge and demands of overseeing large projects. . Appreciate having tangible results from their work.
Courses
Programs at Algonquin College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with virtual learning activities. Upon registration, each full-time student is provided an Algonquin email account which is used to communicate important information about program or course events.
Code:
CON2000Z
Course Name:
Overview of the Construction Industry
Course Description:
Students explore the breadth of the construction industry and develop a deeper knowledge of all of the factors that impact the industry. Whi... + Read More
Hours:
28.0
Code:
CON2001Z
Course Name:
Construction Safety
Course Description:
Project managers endeavour to maximize efficiency and minimize lost person hours. Ensuring a safe working environment is the first step towa... + Read More
Hours:
28.0
Code:
CON2002Z
Course Name:
Construction Estimating
Course Description:
Foremost among the challenges faced by project managers is ensuring the financial viability of a project. This begins with the development o... + Read More
Hours:
84.0
Code:
ENL2100Z
Course Name:
Communication for Construction Management
Course Description:
In order to keep projects on track, and stakeholders involved and aware of their roles and responsibilities, project managers need solid com... + Read More
Hours:
56.0
Code:
LAW1000Z
Course Name:
Law and Contracts for the Construction Industry
Course Description:
Project management, especially in the construction industry, involves ample contractual agreements. With significant resources and capital c... + Read More
Hours:
56.0
Code:
MGT1100Z
Course Name:
Project Management Principles
Course Description:
Students investigate and consolidate the principles, technological tools, knowledge and theories that lead to best practices in project mana... + Read More
Hours:
56.0
Code:
CON2100Z
Course Name:
Construction and the Environment
Course Description:
Students analyze the connections between construction and the environment. Case studies and research projects require students to trace the ... + Read More
Hours:
42.0
Code:
CON2101Z
Course Name:
Construction Job Site Controls
Course Description:
To manage a construction project effectively, project managers need to maintain control of the job site. Students develop strategies to dire... + Read More
Hours:
84.0
Code:
CON2102Z
Course Name:
Construction Planning and Scheduling
Course Description:
The constant challenge of project management work in the construction industry involves ensuring that all required elements for a project ph... + Read More
Hours:
56.0
Code:
CON2103Z
Course Name:
Construction Project Cost Control and Accounting
Course Description:
Beyond the tangible resources of equipment, materials and labour, project managers must work to preserve the financial margins that ensure t... + Read More
Hours:
56.0
Code:
MGT1200Z
Course Name:
Human Resources Management
Course Description:
Human resources form an integral part of any construction project, and the success or failure of the project can hinge on effective manageme... + Read More
Hours:
56.0
Code:
MGT1300Z
Course Name:
Applied Construction Project Management
Course Description:
Drawing on the knowledge and skills developed throughout the program, students manage a multi-faceted construction project simulation in col... + Read More
Hours:
56.0
Careers & Pathways
Careers
Graduates may find employment in a variety of construction project management positions. These positions include but are not restricted to project manager, site superintendent, project superintendent, construction manager and construction operations manager. The knowledge and skills acquired in this program position graduates for increasing levels of responsibilities in the completion of medium- and large-scale construction projects.
Pathways
Please use our Pathways tool to search for pathway options.
Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Develop and use strategies to promote continuous professional learning in the construction industry.
- Monitor and support workplace health and safety practices and procedures which are compliant with current legislation and regulations.
- Assess construction project operations for compliance with contractual obligations, applicable laws, standards, bylaws, codes and ethical practices in construction methodology.
- Analyze and monitor construction processes to ensure that sustainability practices are implemented in accordance with contract documents, industry standards and environmental legislative requirements.
- Establish and manage relationships among diverse project stakeholders to achieve construction project goals.
- Manage the production, storage, retrieval and communication of
project-related digital documents according to best practices, to meet construction project deadlines and goals. - Perform a feasibility study to inform decisions in the planning phase of a construction project.
- Schedule, manage and evaluate the progression of construction projects* by applying the principles, practices and tools of construction project
management to complete projects on time and within budget. - Prepare estimates and manage procurement processes to control costs in accordance with best practices in construction project management.
- Develop and oversee quality assurance and control- processes involved in the completion of construction projects to meet project specifications and industry quality standards.
- Analyze and manage project risks to mitigate their impact throughout the construction project lifecycle.
- Formulate human resource management strategies to optimize personnel requirements for construction project completion.
- Build and lead multidisciplinary teams throughout the construction project lifecycle to accomplish construction project goals.
- Identify and apply discipline-specific practices that contribute to the local and global community through social responsibility, economic commitment and environmental stewardship.
Tuition & Fees
Get an idea of how much each semester will cost with our Tuition and Fee Estimator.
2023/2024 Academic Year
Tuition and related ancillary fees for this program can be viewed by using the Tuition and Fees Estimator tool at www.algonquincollege.com/fee-estimator
Further information on fees can be found by visiting the Registrar`s Office website at www.algonquincollege.com/ro
Fees are subject to change.
Additional program related expenses include:
The approximate cost of books and supplies is $600 over the program duration.
For more information, please contact CDI College at acstudentservices@cdicollege.ca.
Admissions Requirements
Program Eligibility
- Ontario College Diploma, Ontario College Advanced Diploma or Degree or equivalent in a construction-related discipline such as: architecture; civil, construction, or electrical engineering; building construction; heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning; interior decorating; cabinetmaking and furniture; powerline; and construction carpentry (joinery, heritage, masonry - heritage and traditional); OR At least five (5) years minimum construction management related work experience. These applicants will be assessed individually and will be required to complete an Eligibility Package. Eligibility Package submission details can be found on the Algonquin College Additional Admission Requirements website: www.algonquincollege.com/admissionspackages.
- Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject specific requirements noted above and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency. Domestic applicants with international transcripts must be evaluated through the International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) or World Education Services (WES).
- IELTS-International English Language Testing Service (Academic) Overall band of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each band;OR TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT)-overall 88, with a minimum of 22 in each
component: Reading: 22; Listening: 22; Speaking: 22; Writing: 22; OR Duolingo English Test (DET) Overall 120, minimum of 120 in Literacy and no score below 105.
Application Information
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Program Code 1505X01FXA
International applicants please visit this link for application process information: https://algonquincollege.force.com/myACint/
For further information on the admissions process, contact:
Registrar`s Office
Algonquin College
1385 Woodroffe Ave
Ottawa, ON K2G 1V8
Telephone: 613-727-0002
Toll-free: 1-800-565-4723
Additional Information
Program Resources
Students who wish to apply for PLAR need to demonstrate competency at a post-secondary level in all of the course learning requirements. Evidence of learning achievements for PLAR candidates may include a comprehensive challenge examination and/or completion of a portfolio.