MS Project for Construction Management: 2 Days Training in Washington, DC

MS Project for Construction Management: 2 Days Training in Washington, DC

By Mangates_inc

Master MS Project for Construction in this 2-Day workshop in Washington, DC. Learn scheduling, resource control & advanced reporting.

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Location

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1500 K K Street Northwest #2nd Floor + 1 469 666 9332 Washington, DC 20005

Agenda

Module 1: Introduction to MS Project for Construction

● Understand the software’s role in construction project management. ● Explore how MS Project integrates with industry standards.

Module 2: Project Setup and Calendars

● Define working days, non-working days and shift patterns. ● Customize project calendars for construction-specific needs.

Module 3: Creating the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

● Break projects into manageable phases and tasks. ● Organize tasks for logical sequencing and clarity.

Module 4: Defining Dependencies and Critical Path

● Link tasks to create accurate scheduling logic. ● Identify and monitor tasks that control project duration.

Module 5: Assigning and Leveling Resources

● Allocate manpower, equipment and materials effectively. ● Resolve resource conflicts using built-in leveling tools.

Module 6: Tracking Progress and Managing Variances

● Update tasks with actual progress and compare to the baseline. ● Identify schedule slippage and cost overruns early.

Module 7: Advanced Reporting and Dashboards

● Generate professional cost, schedule and resource reports. ● Use visuals to communicate project status to stakeholders.

Module 8: Capstone Case Study – Washington, DC Project

● Apply all skills learned to a simulated DC construction project. ● Work in teams to plan, execute and present the project.

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Highlights

  • 1 day, 8 hours
  • Ages 18+
  • In person
  • Paid venue parking

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

Business • Career

Certificate: Course Completion Certificate

Duration: 2 Days

Course Delivery: Classroom

Language: English

Credits: 16

Snacks, beverages, and lunch will be provided during the session.

Course Overview

This intensive 2-day workshop is designed for construction professionals in Washington, DC, who need advanced skills in Microsoft Project for planning, scheduling and managing construction projects. The course blends structured instruction with extensive hands-on exercises, giving you the opportunity to work through real-world construction scenarios. By the end of the program, attendees will have the confidence to manage large-scale projects from start to finish using Microsoft Project’s advanced features.

Learning Objectives

  • Build, customize and manage detailed construction project schedules
  • Assign and manage resources across multiple phases of a project
  • Perform critical path and variance analysis for better control
  • Create professional project reports for different stakeholders
  • Apply MS Project to live construction project challenges

Prerequisites

Basic project management knowledge is recommended.

Course Materials

You will receive a detailed MS Project construction workbook, project templates and case study files.

Target Audience

Construction professionals, planners and managers in Washington, DC, including:

  • Project Managers
  • Site Supervisors
  • Engineers
  • Schedulers

Benefits of Attending

  • Build and manage detailed project schedules with confidence
  • Optimize resource allocation and resolve conflicts effectively
  • Track progress with advanced reporting and dashboard features
  • Apply MS Project directly to large-scale construction scenarios

Certification

Once after the training, you receive a course completion certificate from Mangates.

Why this training is right for you

Building in-house expertise in construction project management is a strategic corporate investment. A 2-Day MS Project Training in Washington, DC equips your team to plan, schedule and track projects efficiently, ensuring better resource utilization, risk management and on-time delivery within budget.

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This training can be delivered in-house, enabling your team to build MS Project expertise while focusing on your organization’s specific construction challenges. Facilitators adapt examples, exercises, and case studies to your active projects and internal processes, making the learning highly practical and relevant. Teams gain actionable skills in scheduling, resource allocation, and advanced reporting—tools they can immediately apply to improve collaboration, control risks, and deliver projects more efficiently.

📧 Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house, face-to-face session:corporate@mangates.com

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