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Duration 14 hours
Course Outline
Introduction to Construction Procurement
- Overview of material procurement in civil engineering
- Distinguishing procurement from purchasing: roles and functions
- Integration with project execution plans
Material Planning and Budget Alignment
- Forecasting material requirements
- Aligning estimates with project budgets
- Managing lead times and delivery schedules
Sourcing and Supplier Management
- Qualifying and selecting vendors
- Developing negotiation strategies and contract terms
- Monitoring supplier performance and reliability
Inventory and Site Delivery Management
- Comparing warehouse-based versus direct-to-site strategies
- Implementing receiving procedures and inspections
- Tracking inventory levels and usage reports
Procurement Documentation and Tools
- Managing purchase orders, RFQs, and invoices
- Leveraging spreadsheets or ERP systems for procurement
- Monitoring expenditure and conducting supplier audits
Risk Management and Best Practices
- Mitigating shortages, delays, and material substitutions
- Ensuring regulatory compliance and traceability
- Adopting sustainable procurement and material standards
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Fundamental knowledge of procurement or supply chain operations
- Exposure to construction or project delivery environments
- A desire to refine sourcing and purchasing strategies within the construction sector
Target Audience
- Procurement officers working in construction firms
- Project managers responsible for material sourcing
- Site engineers and quantity surveyors
Testimonials (1)
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