Thank you for sending your enquiry! One of our team members will contact you shortly.
Thank you for sending your booking! One of our team members will contact you shortly.
Duration 14 hours
Course Outline
Fundamentals of Construction Procurement
- Perspective on material procurement in civil engineering
- Distinguishing between procurement and purchasing: roles and responsibilities
- Alignment with project execution strategies
Material Planning and Budget Coordination
- Predicting material requirements
- Estimating costs and syncing with project budgets
- Controlling lead times and delivery timetables
Sourcing and Supplier Oversight
- Vendor evaluation and selection processes
- Negotiation tactics and contractual agreements
- Overseeing supplier performance and dependability
Inventory and Site Logistics
- Warehouse storage versus direct-to-site delivery approaches
- Receipt procedures and quality inspections
- Monitoring inventory levels and usage analytics
Procurement Records and Digital Tools
- Managing purchase orders, RFQs, and invoices
- Leveraging spreadsheets or ERP systems for procurement tasks
- Tracking expenditure and conducting supplier audits
Risk Mitigation and Industry Standards
- Addressing shortages, delays, and material substitutions
- Maintaining compliance and audit trails
- Sustainable procurement and material specifications
Conclusion and Future Actions
Requirements
- Fundamental knowledge of procurement or supply chain operations
- Acquaintance with construction or project execution contexts
- Desire to enhance sourcing and purchasing strategies within the construction sector
Target Audience
- Procurement specialists at construction companies
- Project managers responsible for material sourcing
- Site engineers and quantity surveyors
Testimonials (1)
Understanding that in project management is more about tailoring and assessing each situation than just deciding what to do next.
