Project Management for Facilities Managers Course in Barcelona

Project Planning and Delivery in Facilities Management

Successful facilities management projects require careful planning, effective resource allocation, strong stakeholder coordination, and consistent control over costs, risks, and quality. Whether managing building upgrades, maintenance initiatives, refurbishments, or infrastructure improvements, facilities professionals must deliver projects that meet operational requirements while minimising disruption to everyday activities.

The Project Management for Facilities Managers course provides participants with the knowledge and practical tools required to manage facilities-related projects from initiation through to completion. The programme covers project planning, Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), scheduling, budgeting, risk management, quality assurance, contractor management, and regulatory compliance.

Through practical exercises, case studies, and project-based scenarios, participants learn how to develop realistic project plans, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, monitor performance, manage supplier relationships, and ensure successful project handover. The course also strengthens leadership, communication, and problem-solving capabilities to support efficient project delivery and long-term facilities performance.

You'll Learn How To

• Understand project management principles and their application to facilities management.
• Distinguish between temporary projects and ongoing facilities operations.
• Apply the key stages of the project management life cycle.
• Define project objectives, scope, deliverables, and responsibilities.
• Develop project plans using Work Breakdown Structures and scheduling techniques.
• Prepare project budgets and monitor costs, timelines, and performance.
• Identify project risks and develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Apply quality assurance, quality control, and HSE requirements.
• Allocate resources and coordinate contractors and suppliers.
• Manage project contracts, procurement, and negotiation processes.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Complete project closeout, handover, documentation, and performance reviews.