Project Management Fundamentals for Building Engineering Services

This online course from BESA Academy is designed specifically for professionals working within the building engineering services sector who want to develop a solid foundation in project management. Whether you are managing installations, upgrades, or maintenance projects, this course provides the skills, structure, and confidence needed to deliver successful outcomes on time and within budget.

BESA Members and REFCOM Elite Members receive 20% off. Discounts are applied automatically at checkout.

What You Will Learn

This project management course covers nine modules across the core principles and lifecycle of project management, including:

• The project lifecycle from initiation through to closure and handover
• Planning and scheduling project activities with clear scope, timelines, and budgets
• Identifying and managing risks, stakeholders, and communication channels
• Tracking progress and applying quality control and change management techniques
• Core contract management principles relevant to building services projects
• The key roles involved in successful project delivery

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is suitable for project coordinators, supervisors, and aspiring project managers in the building services sector, as well as site and installation managers responsible for delivering complex jobs. It is also well suited to technical or operational staff moving into project-based roles and anyone looking to formalise their experience with structured project management knowledge.

Why Project Management Training Matters in Building Services

Delivering projects in building engineering services requires more than technical knowledge. Scope creep, contract complexity, stakeholder expectations, and regulatory requirements all place real demands on the people responsible for keeping projects on track. This course addresses those challenges directly, grounding every topic in the context of the built environment rather than generic project management theory.

The Benefits of This Course

Completing this course will help you:

• Manage projects with greater confidence and structure
• Reduce risk and avoid common causes of project delay and overspend
• Communicate more effectively with clients, contractors, and stakeholders
• Apply contract management principles with greater clarity
• Build a foundation for further professional development in project management
• Demonstrate competence in a skill set increasingly valued across the sector

Modules Covered

1. What is Project Management and Why it Matters
2. Key Success Factors
3. Project Management Processes and Lifecycles
4. Planning, Scheduling and Resource Allocation
5. Contracts in Construction
6. Stakeholder Engagement in Construction Contracts
7. Types of Construction Contracts
8. Managing Risks
9. Contract Management in Building Engineering Projects

Course Format

Duration: 60 minutes
Format: 100% online, self-paced
Access: Desktop and mobile
Assessment: End-of-course knowledge check
Certification: BESA Academy Certificate of Completion issued on successful completion
Cost: £99 + VAT (standard) | £79.20 + VAT (BESA Members and REFCOM Elite Members)

APM Accredited Project Management Course: Coming Soon

BESA Academy is partnering with the Association for Project Management (APM) to develop an accredited project management course tailored specifically for the building engineering services sector. This bespoke programme will address the unique challenges and requirements of managing projects within the industry.

If you would like to be kept informed or register your interest in this upcoming course, please register here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this Project Management Fundamentals course for?
This course is designed for professionals working in building engineering services, including project coordinators, supervisors, site managers, installation managers, and anyone moving into project-based roles who wants to build a stronger understanding of project management.

Do I need previous project management experience to take this course?
No. This course is suitable for learners who are new to project management as well as those with practical experience who want to formalise their knowledge and strengthen their understanding of key processes, risks, and contract considerations.

What makes this course relevant to building engineering services?
Unlike general project management training, this course is tailored to the building engineering services sector. It focuses on real industry challenges such as construction contracts, stakeholder management, project risks, scheduling, and delivering technical projects successfully.

What topics are covered in the course?
The course covers the project lifecycle, planning and scheduling, resource allocation, key success factors, construction contracts, stakeholder engagement, risk management, and contract management in building engineering projects.

How long does the course take to complete?
The course takes approximately 60 minutes to complete. It is fully online and self-paced, so you can progress through the modules at a time that works best for you.

Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. Learners who successfully complete the course and pass the end-of-course knowledge check will receive a BESA Academy Certificate of Completion.

Can I access the course on mobile devices?
Yes. The course is available on both desktop and mobile devices, allowing you to study wherever it is most convenient.

Is this the same as the upcoming APM accredited course?
No. This course provides a strong introductory foundation in project management for building engineering services, while the APM accredited course mentioned on the page is a separate upcoming programme being developed in partnership with the Association for Project Management.