Describe the principles of project management

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Project Management

Aim: The purpose of this unit is to enable learners to develop an understanding of the principles of project management in civil engineering and how projects are set up. Learners will gain an understanding of how to mitigate risks and how to develop management skills to monitor and review civil engineering projects.

Learning outcome

1. understand why organisations use project management

1.1 describe the principles of project management

1.2 explain the benefits of project management to organisations and individuals.

2. understand how to set up projects

2.1 explain the considerations that apply when reviewing project proposals

2.2 explain how to set clear goals for projects

2.3 analyse project resource requirements

2.4 explain how roles and responsibilities are allocated within project teams

2.5 identify project communication needs

2.6 assess possible risks to successful completion of projects

2.7 explain how to mitigate possible risks

3. be able to use management tools to maintain, control and monitor projects

3.1 describe different management tools for monitoring and control of projects

3.2 justify the use of management tools for monitoring and controlling projects

3.3 use management tools to monitor projects.

4. be able to review projects at all stages.

4.1 explain reasons for reviewing projects after completion

4.2 review projects against original proposals.

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