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Project Team Roles and Responsibilities -- Construction 101 Series (Part 1)
Enhance your construction management knowledge. Learn key roles, processes, and collaboration techniques for construction projects in this course.
Instructor: Procore Construction Education Team
1 hour
6,533 students
Last reviewed 9/2024
Multimedia Content
Course Description
In this foundational Construction 101 course, part of a three-part series, you’ll be introduced to the construction industry and the most common roles involved in construction projects. This course is great for emerging construction professionals that want to establish a firm understanding of the construction project team. You'll discover how key companies and personas work together on construction projects, including Owners, Designers, and Contractors. The course guides you through each role, from project inception to completion, while emphasizing the importance of collaboration and effective communication among stakeholders. You'll gain insights into the challenges of managing diverse teams and navigating a constantly evolving jobsite.
Throughout the course, you'll explore the unique dynamics of construction projects, understanding that each project is a prototype with its own set of variables, such as design, materials, and regulations. You’ll discuss the importance of teamwork and leveraging technology to drive great project outcomes. The course explores the role of Owners, who drive the project's vision, and see how Architects and Engineers work together to bring that vision to life through detailed plans and specifications. You'll then explore the roles of General Contractors and Specialty Contractors in turning these plans into a built reality.
By completing this course, you'll strengthen your understanding of the companies and people in the construction industry, and how they are instrumental to project initiation and execution. It provides a solid foundation of industry understanding, setting you up for success in your construction career.
Learning Objectives
Explain the role and responsibilities of Project Owners in construction.
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Distinguish between the contributions of Architects and Engineers to a project.
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Identify key roles in a General Contracting Firm, including Project Managers and Estimators.
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Analyze the impact of Specialty Contractors on construction projects.
Prerequisites
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Learning Level: Beginner
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Prerequisite Knowledge: None
Continuing Education Course Credits
Course Title: Construction 101: Project Team Roles and Responsibilities
Course Number: PC-362-102824
Session Number: 1
Curriculum Group Name: AIA Providers
Credit: 1 AIA LU
Course Expiration Date: 10/30/2027
Procore's Continuing Education courses may qualify for continuing education credits with other professional organizations or fulfill state licensing requirements. If you are a member of a different organization, you can download your course completion certificate from your learning profile and report your completion yourself to the organization for potential credit. Please refer to the organization's continuing education requirements for course eligibility information.
AIA CES Provider statement
Procore Technologies is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 40108059. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).
This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
Frequently Asked Questions
What skills will I gain from this course?
Participants will acquire basic project management skills, learn effective collaboration techniques, and understand the roles and responsibilities of construction stakeholders.
What knowledge will I gain about the use of technology in construction?
The course highlights the importance of technology in modern construction projects, teaching you how digital tools facilitate better communication, enhance collaboration, and streamline project management across diverse teams and dynamic jobsites.
What's Next
Continue your learning journey
This course is part of the Construction 101 Learning Path. Explore and complete the additional courses in the path below to complete your journey.
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Construction 101: Project Team Roles and Responsibilities
Enhance your construction management knowledge. Learn key roles, processes, and collaboration techniques for construction projects in this course.
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Construction 101: Introduction to Project Phases
View Course PageReinforce your construction industry knowledge. Explore the construction phases from planning to post-construction.
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Construction 101: Industry Sectors
View Course PageExplore the five construction sectors of our built world. Learn the differences & unique processes of Residential, Commercial, Mixed-Use, Infrastructure & Industrial.
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Instructors
Procore Construction Education Team
Procore’s Construction Education team is composed of former industry professionals who have held roles such as Estimator, Project Manager, and Owner’s Representative. They are dedicated to showing you "how construction works" through practical and engaging education. With a wealth of real-world experience and a deep passion for adult education, they are committed to being your trusted partner in construction learning. Our team is passionate about supporting you every step of the way on your construction learning journey.