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Whitestone International Diploma in Construction Project Management

Course Overview

The Whitestone International Diploma in Construction Project Management is a 12-month vocational programme designed to develop the practical knowledge, organisational skills, and coordination capabilities required to support and manage construction projects in a professional manner.

The diploma provides a structured introduction to the construction project lifecycle, including project initiation, planning, scheduling, cost awareness, quality considerations, basic contract awareness, risk awareness, site coordination, communication, and stakeholder management. It emphasises how construction project management brings together time, cost, quality, scope, safety, and stakeholder requirements on real sites.

Learners will explore the roles of clients, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers, and how project teams work together from concept through to completion. The focus is on practical tools and methods suitable for junior and intermediate roles, rather than advanced engineering or legal detail.

By the end of the programme, participants will be able to support construction project planning and control, documentation, communication, and site coordination in line with recognised project management principles at an introductory–intermediate level.

Why This Course is Important?

Effective project management is essential for delivering safe, on-time, and within-budget projects that meet client expectations and regulatory requirements.
The construction sector globally requires professionals who can coordinate information, manage interfaces, support scheduling and cost control, and assist in risk-aware decision- making.
Competence in construction project management supports careers in building, infrastructure, real estate development, facilities, and related project environments.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:

Describe the construction project lifecycle and the roles of key stakeholders, including clients, designers, contractors, and site teams.
Support the development of basic project plans, schedules, and resource outlines using appropriate tools at a vocational level.
Demonstrate awareness of cost planning, budgeting concepts, and simple cost tracking related to construction projects.
Contribute to site coordination, documentation control, and communication between office and site teams.
Recognise key aspects of quality, health and safety awareness, and environmental considerations within a construction project context (non-specialist).
Assist in the identification of project risks and basic mitigation actions, and support monitoring of progress against plan.
Apply professional behaviour, ethical conduct, and teamwork in the context of construction project environments.

Target Audience

Individuals aspiring to work as Construction Project Coordinators, Assistant Project Managers, Site Administrators, Planning Assistants, or Junior Project Officers.
Technicians, site supervisors, or office staff who wish to gain a broader project management perspective.
Graduates and career changers seeking entry into construction and built environment project roles.
Staff in consulting, contracting, or client organisations who support project planning, documentation, or coordination.

Entry Requirements

A recognised higher secondary qualification, diploma, or equivalent
Experience in construction, engineering, architecture, or site administration is advantageous but not essential
Proficiency in English (IELTS 5.5 or equivalent recommended) to engage with technical descriptions, documentation, and project case studies.

Programme Structure & Modules

Module 1 – Construction Industry, Project Lifecycle & Roles

Overview of the construction and built environment sector: building, infrastructure, industrial, and refurbishment projects.
Stages of a typical construction project: concept, design, procurement, construction, handover, and close-out (conceptual).
Key stakeholders: client/owner, consultants (architects, engineers), contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and regulators.
The role of construction project management in coordinating scope, time, cost, quality, and communication.
Basic project governance and decision-making structures at an introductory level.

Module 2 – Project Scope, Planning & Scheduling in Construction

Understanding project scope: requirements, constraints, and deliverables at a vocational level.
Breaking work into manageable elements (e.g. basic work breakdown thinking).
Introduction to project scheduling concepts: activities, sequences, durations, milestones, and simple critical awareness (non-technical).
Using simple tools (e.g. basic bar charts/Gantt-style schedules) at an introductory level.
Coordination between planning, design, procurement, and site teams.

Module 3 – Cost Awareness, Resources & Basic Contract Concepts

Overview of construction project costs: labour, materials, equipment, preliminaries, overheads, and contingencies at a conceptual level.
Basic awareness of estimating principles and budget setting (non-quantity surveying).
Supporting cost tracking and simple cost reports at a vocational level (e.g. recording quantities, invoices, and variations under guidance).
Introduction to basic contract awareness: roles of contracts, variations, time extensions, and documentation (high-level, non-legal).
The importance of records, approvals, and clear communication in managing cost and scope changes.

Module 4 – Site Coordination, Quality, Health & Safety Awareness

Coordination between site activities and project plans: daily and weekly site routines, site meetings, and reporting.
Understanding the basics of quality expectations, inspections, and snagging at an introductory level.
Awareness of health and safety responsibilities for project staff and the importance of safe systems of work (non-specialist).
Environmental awareness: waste, noise, dust, and simple site environmental controls at a conceptual level.
The administrator/assistant’s role in supporting site records, permits, and communication with supervisors.

Module 5 – Risk Awareness, Communication & Stakeholder Management

Introduction to risk thinking in construction projects (e.g. time delays, cost overruns, design changes, supply issues) at conceptual level.
Supporting the identification and recording of key project risks and basic mitigation actions.
Communication within the project team: meetings, minutes, progress updates, and reporting lines.
Managing expectations of clients, designers, and site teams through clear, respectful, and timely communication.
Awareness of community and neighbour considerations in construction projects at a high-level.

Module 6 – Documentation, Reporting & Professional Practice in Construction Projects

Essentials of project documentation: drawings, specifications, method statements, schedules, reports, and correspondence (overview).
Document control at a vocational level: version awareness, distribution, filing, and retrieval.
Preparing simple progress summaries, logs, and checklists to support project monitoring.
Professional behaviour and ethics: integrity, fairness, respect, and respect for procedures and regulations.
Career development pathways in construction project management, planning, site management, and related roles.

Awarding Body

Whitestone International College of Innovation

United Kingdom

Qualification Type

International Diploma – Vocational Qualification

(Industry-aligned qualification issued by Whitestone International College of Innovation, UK)

Assessment & Certification

Assessment Methods Include:

Written assignments on construction project management principles and project lifecycle.
Practical tasks such as preparing basic schedules, logs, or simple cost/communication summaries.
Short quizzes or tests to check understanding of key terminology and concepts.
Scenario-based tasks related to site coordination, documentation, and risk awareness.
Final Capstone Project report and/or presentation.

To be awarded the diploma, learners must successfully complete all module assessments and the capstone project in line with Whitestone’s academic standards.

Certification:

On successful completion, participants will be awarded:
Whitestone International Diploma in Construction Project Management Issued by Whitestone International College of Innovation, United Kingdom

Benefits of Attending

Provides a clear, practice-oriented foundation in construction project management.
Equips learners to support planning, coordination, documentation, and communication on construction projects.
Enhances employability in roles such as Assistant Project Manager, Project Coordinator, Site Administrator, Planning Assistant, or Junior Project Officer.
Builds a platform for future progression into advanced project management, construction management, quantity surveying, or engineering studies, subject to entry requirements.
Strengthens understanding of how time, cost, quality, safety, and stakeholders interact within construction environments.

Industry Alignment

The programme reflects widely recognised principles of construction project management practice, including:

Focus on project lifecycle thinking, planning, coordination, and documentation.
Awareness of cost, time, quality, safety, and risk as key project dimensions.
Emphasis on professional communication, teamwork, and site–office integration.

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Industry-focused programmes with global standards.
Practical skills for real-world success.
Academic excellence with career-ready outcomes.

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Progression & Academic Pathways

Graduates of the Whitestone International Diploma in Construction Project Management may:

Progress to higher-level diplomas or degrees in Construction Management, Project Management, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Built Environment disciplines.
Enhance their suitability for roles in contracting companies, consulting firms, client organisations, and project management offices.
Use this diploma as a stepping stone towards professional development pathways in construction project management, subject to institution or body-specific entry criteria.

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