PMI-CP: PMI Construction Professional in Built Environment Projects

PMI Construction Professional in Built Environment Projects (PMI-CP)

What is PMI-CP Certification?


The PMI Construction Professional (PMI-CP) is the only internationally recognized certification that offers an in-depth curriculum focused on the construction industry.

This advanced certification empowers working professionals — like you — to elevate your career. It prepares construction project managers to lead, plan and manage contracts. It also equips you to navigate challenges and stay relevant in an ever-evolving field.

PMI-CP: PMI Construction Professional in Built Environment Projects


The journey to your PMI-CP certification involves:

- Completing four foundational eLearning courses in any order.
- Passing the PMI-CP capstone exam.

PMI-CP Exam Summary:


Exam Name PMI Construction Professional
Exam Code  PMI-CP
Exam Fee Member  USD $343
Exam Duration  230 Minutes
Number of Questions  120
Passing Score  Above Target / Target / Below Target / Needs Improvement
Format  Multiple Choice Questions
Sample Questions  PMI Construction Professional Exam Sample Questions and Answers
Practice Exam  PMI Construction Professional (PMI-CP) Practice Test

PMI Construction Professional Syllabus Topics:


Domain Details
Contracts Management - 50%
Task 1

- Manage risks and the risk process for Construction and Built Environment Projects

◉ Recognize positive risk and use it to improve project outcomes
◉ Manage the risk process throughout the project and gain input from the required stakeholders
◉ Apply the different risk classifications appropriately
◉ Identify and evaluate risks for better allocation, avoidance, and management of risks
◉ Manage the risk prioritization process during Front End Planning and conduct

Task 2

- Determine how to apply risk tools appropriately

◉ Use the Integrated Project Risk Assessment (IPRA) tool to improve how risk are managed
◉ Apply risk management tools and techniques to drive a better risk process (Monte Carlo simulations, probabilistic risk management techniques, and risk registers)
◉ Mobilize a risk management framework process at the project outset

Task 3

- Manage the claims process

◉ Use lessons learned and previous project data to identify problematic areas on projects that result in claims
◉ Recognize how contract types and delivery methods selected impact the frequency of claims
◉ Utilize the claims process and key intervention points to reach early resolution
◉ Distinguish the difference between change/variation orders and claims
◉ Apply best practices to prevent claims and disputes (i.e. FEP, DRB, Documentation, communication, etc.)
◉ Utilize the risk management framework effectively to reduce claims
◉ Determine the root cause of claims and areas that require greater attention on the front end of projects
◉ Apply the different dispute resolution techniques available to be used

Task 4

- Mange the contract lifecycle effectively

◉ Oversee the full contract lifecycle from discovery to close out
◉ Utilize Lean Integrated Project Delivery and IFOA to help resolve some of the industries contracting pain
◉ Utilize important clauses present in built environment contracts to support project delivery
◉ Advise senior stakeholders on the delivery method and contract structure that best fits the needs of the project
◉ Utilize the various delivery methods and contract structures available for built environment project covering risk apportionment, roles and responsibilities, and project delivery
◉ Recognize the potential for communication gaps caused by contractual arrangements found in capital projects
◉ Apply knowledge to support senior leadership throughout the contract lifecycle

Task 5

- Implement the Interface Management process efficiently

◉ Establish and plan all the interface points (IPs) between the different packages
◉ Classify the different interfaces found in mega projects
◉ Recognize and use the industry leading frameworks and systems for implementing Interface Management
◉ Apply and design effective Interface Management practices
◉ Identify and apply the important principles and proper timing to guide the implementation of Interface Management throughout the project life cycle
◉ Apply the defined skills needed to effectively lead an interface management plan and monitor this effectively throughout the project
◉ Develop strong communication skills, relationship management skills, and negotiation skills
◉ Utilize the common language, definitions, and elements of Interface Management

Stakeholder Engagement - 30%
Task 1

- Utilize Communication Tools Appropriately to engage stakeholders and maintain proper communication

◉ Utilize PMIS to improve communication and project decisions
◉ Incorporate a central communication platform for the project
◉ Utilize Obeya/Big Room to enhance program activities
◉ Recognize the common pitfalls of Obeya/Big Room
◉ Apply Commitment based Management (CbM) to your own teams and across projects to drive effective outcomes
◉ Utilize the Compass tool to highlight communication deficiencies
◉ Assess data collected to infer meaningful insights and take action

Task 2

- Prevent communication issues from occuring and ensure stakeholders are engaged

◉ Apply approaches to increase stakeholder buy in and alignment from the project outset
◉ Develop an effective communication strategy to ensure all project communication needs are identified and met
◉ Craft messaging that drives greater understanding for tailored audiences
◉ Utilize nuanced communication methods to engage multiple parties on a deeper level
◉ Prevent the effects of poor communication in capital projects from a completion and financial prospective

Task 3

- Mitigate communication issues effectively as they emerge

◉ Implement feedback loops to highlight gaps and introduce changes to resolve communication gaps
◉ Apply approaches to overcome resistance and secure support through high impact communication
◉ Develop action plans to resolve communication gaps

Task 4

- Manage stakeholders effectively

◉ Identify and assess stakeholders to help establish an effective communication strategy
◉ Recognize the rule of culture and the impact on communication with stakeholders

Strategy and Scope Management - 15%
Task 1

- Manage stakeholders effectively

◉ Define scope and drive projects by focusing on project outcomes or missions
◉ Implement scope revisions in order to achieve an accurate and mature project scope

Task 2

- Implement and Manage the Change Order Process effectively and deliver project benefits and value

◉ Create a robust change order process
◉ Finalize the change process in the appropriate part of the project lifecycle
◉ Design agile processes to deal with change orders in an efficient and rapid way
◉ Recognize the benefits and downfalls to using technology to manage scope and change orders
◉ Evaluate all scope changes in relation to the core outcomes

Task 3

- Develop and apply methods, tools and techniques to develop and manage project scope

◉ Use scope evaluation tools to identify gaps in scope
◉ Apply scope management tools as a means of managing and pivoting scope (value engineering and cost benefit analysis)

Project Governance - 5%
Task 1 - Implement governance models to drive project outcomes
Task 2 - Set up scope governance structures and practices on built environment projects
Task 3 - Develop and apply methods, tools and techniques to develop and manage project scope

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