Construction Project Management (Not PGWP Eligible – details in description) Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)

Overview

The Construction Project Management (Not PGWP Eligible – details in description) program from Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) includes a blend of practical skill sets, including foundational and advanced concepts in construction technology and project management best practices. This programme is not PGWP eligible.

Key Facts

The program was developed and designed for the construction industry and is uniquely positioned to respond to the demand for skilled management professionals and project managers capable of leading across construction, engineering, and energy sectors.  

Over the four-year program, you will acquire project management foundations and receive a well-rounded education in construction and business skills.  

The program’s curriculum aligns directly with residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure industry needs. You will be taught by seasoned academics with multi-disciplinary experience using the latest technologies and tools in well-equipped labs and real-world simulation environments. 

In this program, you will: 

• learn how to manage construction projects from inception to completion 
• develop the mathematical and physical science skills needed to address complex construction challenges 
• gain a thorough understanding of the materials and methodologies that underpin the construction industry 
• master the art of meticulous project planning and effective scheduling 
• acquire the ability to forecast project costs and manage budgets accurately 
• explore the science behind soil behaviour and foundation design, including mechanical and electrical systems
• learn how to comply with relevant construction codes, standards and regulations with managerial expertise 
• gain insights into advanced management practices specific to construction projects 
• build a solid foundation in the scientific principles and technical aspects of construction 

• develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication abilities.

Careers and opportunities

• Construction Estimators

• Construction Managers

• Contractors and Supervisors, Pipefitting Trades

• Contractors and Supervisors, Machining, Metal Forming, Shaping and Erecting Trades and Related Occupations

• Contractors and Supervisors, Electrical Trades and Telecommunications Occupations

• Contractors and Supervisors, Carpentry Trades

• Contractors and Supervisors, Mechanic Trades

• Contractors and Supervisors, Heavy Equipment Operator Crews

• Contractors and Supervisors, Oil and Gas Drilling and Services

• Contractors and Supervisors, Other Construction Trades, Installers, Repairers and Servicers

• Contractors and Supervisors, Landscaping, Grounds Maintenance and Horticulture Services