Management of Civil Engineering Construction Processes Course

Zambia is currently experiencing a critical shortage of trained and skilled construction workers. This trend has led to an increase in sub-standard construction works and importation of trained and skilled labour from other countries at a great cost to the nation. One of the seriously affected areas is the management of civil engineering construction processes. There is lack of knowledge in management of civil engineering processes to ensure that construction products are delivered on time, within the budget and to specified quality.

It is against this background that the skills award course in Management of Civil Engineering Construction Processes has been developed to meet the increased demand for qualified personnel in this area.

Programme Purpose

The purpose of this programme is to equip the trainee with knowledge, skills and appropriate attitudes to enable them manage civil engineering construction processes in an effective, efficient and competent manner.

Programme Objectives

On completion of the programme the trainee will be able to:

• Contribute effectively to the execution of work and controlling usage of resources in liaison with management;
• Provide timely feedback between head office and the site;
• Effectively communicate company rules and policies to the workers;
• Ensure quality control processes are followed in liaison with management;
• Ensure safety and health on civil engineering sites;
• Effectively manage records on materials used and progress made on the job;
• Interpret drawings and programmes of works;
• Effectively apply entrepreneurial and communication skills to management of civil engineering works.

Programme Structure

The course runs for a total of 8 weeks comprising theory sessions, case studies and site visits

Entry Requirements

• Grade 12 full certificate; with passes in Mathematics and English;
• Any formal training in a construction related course is an added advantage; and
• two years field working experience with employer recommendation

Accommodation

NCC offers hostel accommodation and meals on a first come first served basis. 

Contact details:

Head Office

Plot 1609/1625, Off Sheki Sheki Road,

Light Industrial Area,

P.O Box 39548

Lusaka, Zambia.

Tel:+260 1 247185/240386

Fax:+260 1 243115/247264

ncc@ncc.org.zm