Women in Construction Management and Leadership Programme

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Women in Construction Management and Leadership Programme

Name: Women in Construction Management and Leadership Programme
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Builds strategic leadership, communication and confidence for impactful, results-driven management in the construction industry.

DELIVERY:

2 Days

LOCATION:

Virtual / In House

QUALIFICATION:

CMI Award in Management and Leadership - Included in course fee

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Working in a male-dominated industry, this course gave me the confidence to lead, challenge outdated behaviours and push for real inclusion.

Julia Chukwuma, Commercial Asset Projects Officer, Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited

Step into your leadership potential with this inspirational programme designed specifically for women managing and leading the construction industry. Over two immersive days, designed specifically for time-poor professionals, participants will build the management, communication, and leadership skills needed to thrive in a traditionally male-dominated sector. Through expert facilitation, real-world case studies, and practical tools, you’ll gain the confidence and capability to lead with impact – on-site, in the boardroom and beyond.

Whether you’re managing teams, projects, or your own career trajectory, this programme equips you to break barriers and build the future.

On completion of this programme, delegates will:

Develop and apply management and leadership skills in construction environments
Identify and overcome barriers for women in construction
Build confidence, communication, and influence within teams and projects
Leverage inclusive practices to lead high-performing, diverse teams

Day 1: Management and Leadership Foundations & Personal Effectiveness

Session 1: The Manager and Leaders’s Role in Construction

Understanding the manager’s role in site, technical, and operational environments
Balancing delivery, people management, and safety pressures
Navigating common management challenges in construction (including credibility and visibility for women)
Practical examples of effective management in action

Session 2: Developing Your Management and Leadership Style

Identifying your personal management approach
Understanding how values, behaviours, and emotional intelligence impact teams
Building confidence in managing others and making decisions
Managing stress, pressure, and competing priorities

Session 3: Communication, Influence & Professional Presence

Clear, confident communication with teams, peers, and senior managers
Managing upwards and across multi-disciplinary teams
Handling conflict, challenge, and resistance professionally
Building credibility and presence on-site and in meetings

Session 4: Inclusive Management and Leadership & Team Culture

Creating fair, respectful, and inclusive team environments
Building trust and psychological safety within teams
Managing bias, behaviour, and workplace standards
Encouraging collaboration and accountability on projects

Day 2: Practical Management and Leadership Skills & Career Growth

Recap & Focus Setting
Key takeaways from Day 1
Identifying personal management strengths and gaps
Setting practical goals for immediate application

Session 5: Decision-Making & Managing Change

Practical decision-making tools for managers
Managing risk, uncertainty, and change on projects
Communicating decisions clearly and confidently
Problem-solving real workplace scenarios

Session 6: Managing People & Projects

Effective delegation and workload management
Supporting, motivating, and developing team members
Managing underperformance and difficult conversations
Performance management in site-based and hybrid teams

Session 7: Coaching, Feedback & Performance

Giving constructive feedback that drives improvement
Coaching techniques for managers
Building accountability and ownership in teams
Creating a high-performing, psychologically safe team environment

Session 8: Career Development & Management and Leadership Progression

Understanding management career pathways
Self-assessment and identifying development priorities
Goal setting and short- to medium-term career planning
Creating a Personal Management Development Plan

*Content may vary and can be tailored to the cohort.

CMI Level 5 Award in Management and Leadership

These qualifications are aimed at practising or aspiring managers who supervise or manage a team, or project officer and shift manager to achieve clearly defined outcomes. They will set and monitor goals and objectives by providing instruction, direction and guidance. Day to day operational and project activities are a key part of their role.

Learners are required to complete one 3,500-4,000 word written assignment. Unit to be completed include:

501: Principles of Management and Leadership in an Organisation

Benefits of completing the qualification include:

For learners:

Support and monitor goals
Provide instructions around objectives
Give direction and guidance
Support day-to-day operations
Effective project planning
Providing an overview of the roles and responsibilities required for managers and develop the skills required to succeed
Foundation Chartered Manager offers professional recognition and access to the tools to facilitate continuing professional development (CPD) against our Professional Standard

For organisations:

Ensuring teams can meet organisational objectives
Provides a fully comprehensive bank of the knowledge and skills required to be a manager as part of an organisation
The ability to apply learning in the context of another organisation or industry sector

Learners also receive:

Targeted tutorials run by our CMI-qualified tutors, to help learners complete the assignment writing phase.
Dedicated support from the Quality Assurance Team here at In Professional Development, including regular CMI learner drop-in sessions.
Access to a wealth of CMI online learning resources through their Management Direct website.

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Delivered by Industry Experts

Suzanne Pierce

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Is This Course Right for You?

Who attends our Women in Construction Leadership Programme:

Job Seniority

Women only, Managers, Head of Departments, Directors, C-Suite

Job Function

All job functions

Time in Role

3 years leadership experience on average

Sector

Construction

Key Objective

Build your understanding of the art of leadership and developing and executing strategy

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Our In-House training is fully customisable to your business, and we will work with you to create the perfect training programme for your organisation.

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