Course Outline
Introduction to Construction Procurement
- Overview of material procurement in civil works
- Procurement vs. purchasing: roles and functions
- Integration with project execution plans
Material Planning and Budget Alignment
- Material requirement forecasting
- Estimating and aligning with project budgets
- Managing lead times and delivery schedules
Sourcing and Supplier Management
- Vendor qualification and selection
- Negotiation strategies and contract terms
- Managing supplier performance and reliability
Inventory and Site Delivery Management
- Warehouse vs. direct-to-site strategies
- Receiving procedures and inspections
- Tracking inventory and usage reports
Procurement Documentation and Tools
- Purchase orders, RFQs, and invoices
- Using spreadsheets or ERP for procurement
- Monitoring spend and supplier audits
Risk Management and Best Practices
- Dealing with shortages, delays, and substitutions
- Ensuring compliance and traceability
- Sustainable procurement and material standards
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Basic understanding of procurement or supply chain operations
- Familiarity with construction or project execution environments
- Interest in improving sourcing and purchasing strategies in construction
Audience
- Procurement officers in construction firms
- Project managers involved in material sourcing
- Site engineers and quantity surveyors
Delivery Options
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- Delivered online, onsite/classroom or hybrid by experts sharing real world experience
Private Group Prices RRP from €4560 online delivery, based on a group of 2 delegates, €1440 per additional delegate (excludes any certification / exam costs). We recommend a maximum group size of 12 for most learning events.
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Testimonials (2)
Really pragmatic. Lots of detailed discussions, practical exercises. Constructive debates.
Echardt - BMW SA
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I really enjoyed the mix of interactive exercises as well as normal powerpoint teaching slides. The exercises really broke up what is normally a classic teacher/student teaching method but there was a good balance of group exercises as well as powerpoint slides. I think the trainer was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about what he taught.