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Construction Superintendent Certification Program
What I will learn?
- Technical Proficiency: Understanding of construction methods, materials, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance.
- Leadership and Communication: Effectiveness in leading teams, resolving conflicts, and maintaining high morale and productivity among crew members.
- Ethical Standards and Professionalism: Adherence to ethical practices in all aspects of construction management, including dealings with clients, subcontractors, and team members.
- Adaptability and Learning Curve: Willingness and ability to learn from new challenges and integrate into different corporate cultures and project demands.
- Project Management Skills: Ability to plan, execute, and deliver projects on time and within budget, including resource allocation, scheduling, and risk management.
- Problem-Solving Capabilities: Aptitude for identifying problems promptly and devising effective solutions.
Course Curriculum
Module 1 Foundations of the Construction Industry
Understanding the broader construction industry empowers you to lead with confidence and competence. As you move forward, keep building on this foundation of knowledge. Your commitment to learning and growth is what will set you apart in this field.
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Union vs. Nonunion Shops and Labor Trends
09:05 -
Understanding Construction Risks
10:55 -
Developing Industry Trends
10:53 -
The Role of Human Resources
08:28 -
Technology in Construction
09:52 -
The Superintendent’s Role
07:09 -
Module 1: Foundations of the Construction Industry
Module 2 Mastering Construction Contracts
Understanding and managing construction contracts is fundamental for successful project execution. By mastering the types of contracts, effective administration practices, key contract clauses, bonds and insurance essentials, government contract compliance, and subcontractor agreements, construction superintendents can ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
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Overview of Construction Contracts
08:21 -
Administering Lump-Sum Contracts
07:28 -
Cost-Plus Contracts Explained
10:07 -
Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) Contracts
08:24 -
Construction Manager Contracts
08:14 -
Design-Build and Joint Venture Contracts
09:32 -
Module 2: Mastering Construction Contracts
Module 3 Navigating Contractual Conditions
Understanding the general conditions of construction contracts is crucial for effective project management. By mastering the lessons in this module, you’ll be better equipped to manage contract documents, communicate with stakeholders, administer contracts, manage changes and time, navigate payment processes, and ensure safety and property protection.
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Understanding Contract Documents
08:23 -
Roles and Responsibilities: Owner vs. Contractor
09:06 -
Contract Administration Essentials
08:04 -
Managing Subcontractors
09:21 -
Time, Payment, and Completion
07:34 -
Insurance and Bonds
08:50 -
Module 3: Navigating Contractual Conditions
Module 4 Preconstruction and Construction Phase Organization
Organizing the project before and during construction is crucial for ensuring smooth execution and successful project completion. By mastering the lessons in this module, you’ll be better equipped to conduct pre-project handoff meetings, organize job files, review specifications, manage schedules and values, handle addenda and job changes, and manage shop drawings and logs.
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The Preproject Handoff Meeting
07:20 -
Organizing the Job in the Office
09:20 -
Managing Addenda and Job Files
06:32 -
Scheduling and Job Planning
07:46 -
Submission of Shop Drawings and Logs
07:31 -
Inspection, Testing, and Closeout Requirements
06:39 -
Module 4: Preconstruction and Construction Phase Organization
Module 5 Field Operations Management
Organizing in the field is crucial for ensuring efficient operations, maintaining safety, and achieving project success. By mastering the lessons in this module, you’ll be better equipped to plan site logistics, set up a field office, manage visitor control and security, keep daily logs and documentation, conduct subcontractor meetings, prepare for project closeout, and practice effective time management.
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The Site Logistics Plan
08:35 -
Setting Up the Field Office
07:31 -
Visitor Control and Documentation
07:53 -
Conducting Subcontract Meetings
07:52 -
Daily Logs and Reporting
08:55 -
Preparing for Project Closeout
07:40 -
Module 5: Field Operations Management
Module 6 Effective Subcontractor Management
Working effectively with subcontractors is crucial for successful project management. By mastering the lessons in this module, you’ll be better equipped to negotiate with subcontractors, review subcontract agreements, ensure compliance with schedule requirements, handle nonperformance issues, manage safety and job site cleanliness, manage change orders and dispute resolution, and maintain effective communication and documentation.
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Negotiating with Subcontractors
08:06 -
Reviewing Subcontract Agreements
07:39 -
Compliance with Schedule Requirements
07:33 -
Addressing Safety Issues
07:53 -
Managing Change Orders
07:31 -
Handling Subcontractor Claims
06:45 -
Module 6: Effective Subcontractor Management
Module 7 Overcoming On-Site Challenges
Dealing with difficult issues at the construction site is crucial for successful project management. By mastering the lessons in this module, you’ll be better equipped to identify site-related problems, address geotechnical issues, manage differing site conditions, handle delays, understand the legal elements of acceleration, employ effective problem-solving techniques, and utilize BIM for problem resolution.
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Managing Site-Related Problems
07:47 -
Addressing Differing Conditions
07:05 -
Dealing with Delays
08:56 -
Coordination Problems and Solutions.docx
07:36 -
Utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM)
07:16 -
Handling Acceleration and Productivity Issues
07:40 -
Module 7: Overcoming On-Site Challenges
Module 8 Renovation and Rehabilitation Techniques
Rehabilitation and renovation of older buildings present unique challenges and opportunities. By mastering the lessons in this module, you’ll be better equipped to conduct preconstruction surveys and inspections, manage hazardous materials, handle demolition and site preparation, address structural issues, deal with water leaks and mold, ensure safety during renovation, and maintain quality control.
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Preparing for Demolition
07:05 -
On-Site Inspection Tips
06:52 -
Cutting and Patching Techniques
09:10 -
Managing Hazardous Materials
08:00 -
Tackling Water Leaks and Mold Problems in Construction Projects
05:54 -
Ensuring Job Site Safety
08:41 -
Module 8: Renovation and Rehabilitation Techniques
Module 9 Building a Culture of Safety
Maintaining safety at the job site is critical for protecting workers and ensuring the successful completion of construction projects. By mastering the lessons in this module, you’ll be better equipped to understand OSHA regulations, develop a safety program, implement hazard communication standards, ensure the proper use of PPE, conduct safety meetings and training, manage safety inspections and violations, and develop effective emergency response plans.
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OSHA Regulations and Compliance
07:46 -
Developing a Safety Program
07:45 -
Conducting Safety Inspections
08:09 -
Managing Safety Violations
08:41 -
Weekly Toolbox Talks
10:23 -
Responding to OSHA Inspections
06:57 -
Module 9: Building a Culture of Safety
Module 10 Achieving Construction Excellence
Quality control and quality assurance are critical for delivering successful construction projects. By mastering the lessons in this module, you’ll be better equipped to understand quality programs, establish QC procedures, conduct testing and inspections, manage the punch list process, implement a QA plan, deal with nonconforming work, and manage warranty and post-completion quality.
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Introduction to Quality Control Programs
10:04 -
Testing and Inspections
08:43 -
Managing the QA-QC Process
10:12 -
Conducting Preinstallation Conferences
09:13 -
Punch List Management
06:17 -
Developing a Quality Control Plan
07:16 -
Module 10: Achieving Construction Excellence
Module 11 Navigating Legal Challenges
Navigating the legal aspects of construction projects is critical for preventing and resolving claims and disputes. By mastering the lessons in this module, you’ll be better equipped to understand construction law, identify common causes of claims and disputes, handle bid proposal issues, manage scheduling claims, file mechanic’s liens and bond claims, utilize arbitration and mediation processes, and implement partnering techniques for dispute avoidance.
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Understanding Construction Claims
08:05 -
The Bid Proposal Process
06:21 -
Managing Scheduling Claims
07:04 -
Legal Implications of Electronic Records
08:29 -
Mechanic’s Liens and Bond Claims
07:12 -
Arbitration and Mediation
08:24 -
Module 11: Navigating Legal Challenges
Module 12 Mastering Professional Communication
Effective letter writing is a critical skill for construction superintendents. By mastering the lessons in this module, you’ll be better equipped to write clear, correct, and courteous letters, incorporate the Five W’s, draft and review letters effectively, handle common construction correspondence, document verbal instructions, resolve disputes through letters, and maintain professional relationships through communication.
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The Three C’s of Writing: Clarity, Correctness, and Courtesy
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The Five W’s of Letter Writing
07:54 -
Using the Draft Approach
06:38 -
Basic Letter-Writing Principles
08:30 -
Handling Specific Situations
09:54 -
Utilizing Templates and Examples
07:15 -
Module 12: Mastering Professional Communication Quiz
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James Orsillo
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Material Includes
- Students will receive PDF downloadable materials for each module, providing easy access to essential resources, templates, and lesson plans to support their learning and success throughout the course.
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Requirements
- Industry Experience: A background in construction, engineering, or a related field is recommended.
- Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is usually required; some programs may prefer an associate's or bachelor's degree in construction management or a similar discipline.
- Technical Skills: Basic knowledge of construction processes, project management, and safety protocols is essential.
- Technology Access: Reliable internet access and a device capable of downloading and viewing PDF materials.
Target Audience
- Motivated Individuals Aiming for Advancement
- Professionals Seeking Formal Recognition and Status
- Construction Professionals Seeking Pedigree
- Individuals Committed to Continuous Education