Scope Development & Management

In construction, effective scope management is crucial for delivering projects on time, within budget, and with quality results.
Our 2-day online Scope Development & Management Training Course provides the tools and techniques you need to successfully define, control, and monitor project scope.

⍟ 16th - 17th March
⍟ R6 950.00 ex VAT
⍟ MS Teams

Whether you're a Project Manager, Engineer, or Site Supervisor, this course will help you gain the essential skills needed to successfully manage project scope and enhance project outcomes.

⍟ Book your place NOW! training@ecs.co.za / +27 11 803 3008

Target Audience: Engineers, Project Manager, Architects, Contract Administration, Contractors, Stakeholders, Consultants and anyone in the planning, execution, or oversight of the scope.

Course Objectives:
• Understand the fundamental concepts and importance of scope development and
management in construction projects.
• Differentiate between project scope and product scope within the construction
context.
• Learn to define clear and achievable project scope statements for construction
projects.
• Identify techniques for eliciting requirements specific to construction projects and
documenting them effectively.
• Develop skills in establishing and managing scope boundaries to prevent scope
creep in construction projects.
• Create comprehensive scope management plans tailored to construction projects,
including work breakdown structures (WBS) and acceptance criteria.
• Gain insights into risk assessment techniques relevant to scope planning in
construction projects.

• Acquire strategies for monitoring and controlling scope throughout the execution
phase of construction projects.
• Learn effective change control processes to address scope changes and prevent
project deviations.
• Master scope verification and validation methods to ensure project deliverables
meet predefined criteria.
• Explore tools and techniques for scope management specific to the construction
industry, including project management software and communication tools.
• Analyze real-world case studies and participate in practical exercises to apply scope
management principles.

Course Content:
Day 1: Fundamentals and Context.
1. General Introduction to Project Scope Management
• Objective: Provide an overview of project scope management, its importance, and
relevance.
2. Project Scope Management – Definition / Training Purpose / Outcomes / Objective
o Definition of Project Scope Management.
o Purpose of the training.
o Desired outcomes and objectives.
3. Scope Management Context - Revisit Project Management Principles
o Review fundamental project management principles.
o Understanding the integration of scope management within overall project
management.
4. Scope Management Context
o Detailed discussion on how scope management fits into the broader context
of project management.
5. Scope Management – Significance and Projects Scope Management Failure
o Importance of effective scope management.
o Case studies of project scope management failures and lessons learned.
6. Team Exercises
o Group exercises to reinforce the day's learning and encourage collaborative
understanding.

Day 2: Advanced Concepts and Practical Application.
1. Scope Development Summary (including Early Contractor Involvement)
o Summary of the scope development process.
o Importance of early contractor involvement.
2. Project Risks / NEC Risk Philosophy / Types of Contracts / Alignment / Culture
o Understanding project risks and risk management philosophies
o Overview of different types of contracts and their impact on scope
management.
o Importance of alignment and organizational culture in managing scope.
3. The Seven Steps and Step Stages to the Project Scope Development & Management
Processes
o Detailed walkthrough of the seven steps in project scope development and
management.
o Practical examples and best practices.
4. Team Exercises
o Interactive team exercises to apply advanced concepts and reinforce
learning.

Training Methodology:
• Interactive Lectures.
• Group Discussions.
• Case studies and real-life examples.
• Hands-on exercises.
• Pre- and post- Assessment.

Assessment:
• Pre-assessment: Completion before training session.
• Post-assessment: Completion after training session.
• Minimum Pass Mark: 80% in the post-assessment.

Certification:
• Certificate of Successful Completion will be issued upon achieving the minimum pass
mark in the post- assessment