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Professional training course · CM-006

Preparation for PMI Construction Professional (PMI-CP)

Construction projects are increasingly complex, involving multiple stakeholders, strict timelines, high budgets, and significant risk exposure. This preparation course…

  • 5 daysClassroom
  • 13Upcoming dates
  • 6Cities
  • £2,850Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend

Construction projects are increasingly complex, involving multiple stakeholders, strict timelines, high budgets, and significant risk exposure. This preparation course for the PMI Construction Professional (PMI-CP)® certification equips professionals with construction project management practices aligned with PMI standards. The certification itself is awarded separately by PMI after its own examination. This course helps participants strengthen their ability to manage construction projects from initiation to close-out, improve cost and schedule performance, and effectively control risks, contracts, and stakeholder expectations. It is ideal for professionals aiming to enhance credibility, improve project delivery performance, and prepare for PMI-CP certification pathways.

Course Methodology

This course is delivered using a blend of PMI-standard theory, real construction case studies, and practical project-based exercises. Participants will work through project scenarios that simulate real construction environments, including planning, scheduling, cost control, risk analysis, and contract administration. Interactive discussions, group activities, and exam-oriented practice questions will be used to reinforce PMI-CP concepts and application.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand PMI construction project management principles and standards
  • Apply project lifecycle concepts to construction projects
  • Develop and control construction schedules and budgets
  • Manage procurement, contracts, and subcontractors effectively
  • Identify, analyze, and mitigate construction project risks
  • Improve stakeholder communication and coordination
  • Apply quality management principles in construction delivery
  • Prepare for PMI-CP certification requirements and exam structure

Target Audience

  • Construction Project Managers
  • Site Engineers and Construction Engineers
  • Project Controls Engineers (Planning & Cost)
  • Contract and Commercial Managers
  • Consultants and Construction Supervisors
  • Professionals preparing for PMI-CP certification

Target Competencies

  • Construction project planning and execution
  • Schedule and cost management (EVM concepts)
  • Contract and procurement management
  • Risk and quality management
  • Stakeholder communication and coordination
  • Construction project governance
  • PMI-based project management application

Course outline

  1. 1Day 1: PMI Construction Project Management Fundamentals
    • Introduction to PMI framework and construction context
    • Project lifecycle in construction
    • Roles and responsibilities in construction projects
    • Organizational structures and governance
    • Introduction to PMI knowledge areas
  2. 2Day 2: Project Planning and Scheduling
    • Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development
    • Scheduling techniques (CPM, PERT)
    • Resource planning and allocation
    • Baseline development and control
    • Schedule monitoring and updates
  3. 3Day 3: Cost Management and Project Controls
    • Construction cost estimation methods
    • Budget development and cost baselines
    • Earned Value Management (EVM) fundamentals
    • Cost control and forecasting
    • Cash flow management in projects
  4. 4Day 4: Procurement, Contracts, and Risk Management
    • Procurement strategies in construction
    • Contract types and selection
    • Subcontractor management
    • Risk identification and qualitative/quantitative analysis
    • Risk response planning and mitigation
  5. 5Day 5: Quality, Stakeholders, and Project Close-Out
    • Quality management in construction projects
    • Stakeholder engagement strategies
    • Communication planning and reporting
    • Project performance evaluation
    • Construction project close-out and lessons learned
    • PMI-CP exam preparation overview 

Dates and fees

21DEC 21 - 25 Dec 20265 days AmsterdamNetherlands £4,250per delegate Register
18JAN 18 - 22 Jan 20275 days AmsterdamNetherlands £4,250per delegate Register
15FEB 15 - 19 Feb 20275 days IstanbulTurkey £2,850per delegate Register
15MAR 15 - 19 Mar 20275 days GenevaSwitzerland £5,250per delegate Register
19APR 19 - 23 Apr 20275 days BarcelonaSpain £3,850per delegate Register
17MAY 17 - 21 May 20275 days RomeItaly £4,250per delegate Register
21JUN 21 - 25 Jun 20275 days MunichGermany £4,250per delegate Register
19JUL 19 - 23 Jul 20275 days GenevaSwitzerland £5,250per delegate Register
16AUG 16 - 20 Aug 20275 days AmsterdamNetherlands £4,250per delegate Register
20SEP 20 - 24 Sep 20275 days AmsterdamNetherlands £4,250per delegate Register
18OCT 18 - 22 Oct 20275 days IstanbulTurkey £2,850per delegate Register
15NOV 15 - 19 Nov 20275 days GenevaSwitzerland £5,250per delegate Register
20DEC 20 - 24 Dec 20275 days BarcelonaSpain £3,850per delegate Register

Questions

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Preparation for PMI Construction Professional (PMI-CP) course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Preparation for PMI Construction Professional (PMI-CP) course?

The next public date is 21 - 25 Dec 2026 in Amsterdam. There are 13 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Amsterdam, Istanbul, Geneva, Barcelona, Rome, Munich.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,850 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

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