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What to Do When Projects Go Bad
Learn proven strategies to manage and turn around construction projects when things go wrong.
1 hour
1,003 students
Last reviewed 9/2024
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Course Description
Are you a construction professional looking to gain insights on how to handle troubled projects? This course offers valuable strategies to manage construction projects that have gone off-track. Presented by industry experts Bill Spraggins and Brian Dwyer from FMI Corporation, the course dives into real-world scenarios and provides practical solutions to deal with project stressors.
The course covers various topics including late or incomplete designs, unresolved changes, and the close-out process. By examining 35 troubled projects out of over 400 studied, the course identifies common issues and offers actionable advice to address them. Participants will learn how to set realistic objectives, establish a clear decision-making path, and implement a disciplined escalation process.
By the end of this course, you'll walk away with tangible skills to manage and rectify troubled construction projects. You'll learn how to conduct risk assessments, properly staff your team, and align organizational objectives. Whether you're dealing with misaligned expectations or third-party impacts, this course equips you with the knowledge to navigate complex challenges and deliver successful project outcomes.
Learning Objectives
Identify key factors that lead to project stress and delays.
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Implement a disciplined escalation process to resolve issues.
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Conduct risk assessments and align organizational objectives.
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Manage and optimize the project close-out process to ensure timely completion.
Prerequisites
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Learning Level: Intermediate
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Prerequisite Knowledge: Direct experience with construction project management principles
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Recommended Knowledge: Familiarity with project delivery methods
Continuing Education Course Credits
Course Title: What to Do When Projects Go Bad
Course Number: PC-259-092024
Session Number: 1
Curriculum Group Name: AIA Providers
Credit: 1 AIA LU
Course Expiration Date: 09/24/2027
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 kind of projects will this course help me manage?
This course covers a range of construction projects, from small-scale endeavors to those exceeding $2 billion. It focuses on identifying and resolving common issues that cause project stress and delays.
What strategies are covered for managing project challenges?
The course offers strategies for effectively handling common project challenges such as incomplete designs, unresolved changes, and project close-out issues. It emphasizes the importance of clear communication, timely decision-making, and risk assessment.
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Instructors
Bill Spragins
Bill Spragins is a seasoned construction industry expert with extensive experience in managing complex projects. Formerly serving as a principal at FMI Corporation, Bill played a key role in facilitating project partnerships across the nation. Bill's career spans decades, during which he has developed a pragmatic, business-oriented approach to addressing construction project challenges and troubled projects. His deep understanding of the industry and experience in developing effective management strategies for complex projects underscores his trustworthiness as an expert in the field. Today, Bill continues to contribute his expertise to the industry as a consultant, mentoring and guiding construction companies in both heavy civil and vertical sectors.
Brian Dwyer
Brian Dwyer is the Principal at Dwyer Consulting Services, where he provides strategic consulting to large and mid-size contractors across North America. In his career, Brian has specialized in enhancing project execution capabilities and implementing comprehensive operational improvement programs. His expertise spans pre-job planning, procurement and contracting, establishing baseline project controls, short-interval planning, cost forecasting, and effective project closeout practices. Previously, as a consultant at FMI Corporation, Brian gained extensive experience directing large-scale construction projects, which honed his skills in project management and stakeholder collaboration. His deep industry knowledge and proven track record in improving project outcomes make him a credible and authoritative educator in construction operations.