Project Management for Facilities Managers (2 Days)

The Project Management for Facilities Managers course is designed to equip participants with the essential skills and knowledge required to effectively plan, execute, and oversee projects within the context of facilities management. The primary objectives include providing a comprehensive understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and tools specific to facility-related projects.

Participants will learn to navigate the unique challenges of facilities management projects, such as coordinating diverse teams, optimizing resource utilization, and ensuring the seamless operation of facility services throughout the project lifecycle.

Target Audience

• This course is tailored for Facilities Managers, Facility Coordinators, Project Managers involved in facility-related projects, and professionals aspiring to take on managerial roles in the facilities management domain. It caters to individuals seeking to enhance their project management skills within the specific context of facility operations. The content is relevant to professionals working in various sectors, including commercial real estate, healthcare, education, and hospitality, where effective project management is crucial for the successful operation and development of facilities.

Learning Outcomes

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of project management principles applied to facilities.
• Acquire skills to initiate projects effectively, defining scopes, setting objectives, and establishing project teams.
• Learn efficient project planning and execution, considering resource allocation, risk management, and stakeholder communication in facility management contexts.
• Gain proficiency in advanced project monitoring and control techniques to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget.
• Equip participants to lead teams in delivering successful facility projects, enhancing overall efficiency and effectiveness in facility management practices.

Day 1:
Module 1: Introduction to Project Management in Facilities

• Overview of project management principles, methodologies, and tools
• Understanding the unique challenges of projects within facilities management

Module 2: Fundamentals of Facilities Management Projects

• Defining the role of Facilities Managers in project execution
• Coordinating diverse teams and optimizing resource utilization

Module 3: Project Initiation Skills

• Developing a comprehensive understanding of project scopes
• Setting clear objectives and establishing effective project teams

Module 4: Efficient Project Planning and Execution

• Techniques for resource allocation in facility-related projects
• Risk management strategies tailored to the context of facility management
• Stakeholder communication essentials for successful project execution

Day 2:
Module 5: Advanced Project Monitoring and Control

• Proficiency in monitoring techniques specific to facility projects
• Implementing control measures to keep projects on schedule and within budget

Module 6: Leadership in Facility Project Delivery

• Developing leadership skills for effective team management
• Strategies for leading teams in delivering successful facility projects

Module 7: Industry Insights and Best Practices

• Guest speakers sharing experiences from the facilities management industry
• Exploration of best practices for enhancing efficiency in facility management practices

Module 8: Group Projects and Collaborative Learning

• Collaborative projects simulating real facility scenarios
• Group discussions on challenges and solutions in facility project management