Project Management Essentials for Engineers

Managing projects effectively is a crucial skill for engineers, whether they are leading simple tasks or complex projects. The Project Management Essentials for Engineers workshop is a hands-on, virtual course designed specifically for engineering professionals. This course walks participants through key project management principles and techniques, helping them plan, execute, and oversee successful projects of all sizes.

Through interactive sessions, case studies, and real-world examples, participants will learn practical project management skills they can immediately apply to their work environment. The workshop includes group discussions, exercises, and team-based assignments to ensure a fully engaging and immersive learning experience.

Why Attend the Project Management for Engineers Workshop?

This workshop is ideal for engineers who need to better organize their work and lead projects more efficiently. Whether you’re organizing a small task or leading a large-scale project, you’ll gain essential skills to manage projects from inception to completion. The workshop focuses on hands-on learning to ensure participants can apply the tools and techniques they learn to real-world scenarios.

What You Will Learn in the Project Management for Engineers Workshop:

• Understand the distinguishing characteristics of projects
• Explore the Project Management Knowledge Areas and Process Groups
• Identify and manage key stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
• Break down a project into logical phases
• Develop a comprehensive project management plan
• Define and determine project scope
• Create a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
• Develop and optimize the project schedule
• Create and manage project budgets effectively
• Identify the critical path in project planning
• Manage project risks effectively
• Build in quality control and assessment
• Create a communication plan for successful stakeholder management
• Understand the project manager’s role in procurement management
• Measure and manage project progress using earned value management techniques
• Apply change management principles to keep the project on track
• Manage project resources efficiently
• Capture and apply lessons learned for future projects

This workshop takes a practical, applied approach with participants completing case studies, team assignments, and exercises based on real engineering projects. The program concludes with a team presentation of “lessons learned” and “best practices” from a real project.

What You Can Expect:

• 16 hours of virtual, instructor-led training
• Interactive case studies and practical exercises
• Team assignments and presentations on real-world projects

Workshop Details for Project Management for Engineers:

Credential Awarded:

Upon successful completion of the workshop, participants will receive a certificate of completion. This program qualifies for 16 hours of continuing professional development (CPD) credits.

Instructor

Darya Duma, P.Eng., PMP

Darya Duma is a Senior Trainer and Consultant in project management for the construction and engineering sector. She is the owner of 4DPM and the Vice-Chair of the Canadian Advisory Committee to ISO/TC 258 on Project, Program, and Portfolio Management. Darya designs and leads training courses in Project Management theory and application, focusing on practical client needs for optimal project performance.