Upskill your workforce in construction project management

Equip your team to tackle the complexities of modern construction project management with training and certification from PMI, created specifically for construction Project Professionals.

Upskill your workforce in construction project management

Equip your team to tackle the complexities of modern construction project management with training and certification from PMI, created specifically for construction Project Professionals.

Addressing the skills gap in construction project management

Infrastructure investment is at a generational high and delivery capability hasn’t kept pace.

The construction industry is powering some of the world’s biggest ambitions, including modern infrastructure, clean energy, and housing solutions. Despite booming opportunities, the talent pool necessary to execute these projects is lagging behind.

Our 2026 Construction Project Management Talent Gap report reveals a critical tipping point: by 2035, the industry will need nearly 2.5 million additional construction Project Professionals, a staggering 60% increase from 2025 levels.

Construction project mismanagement is not an outlier. It is the baseline.

In an industry characterized by tight margins and schedules, poor management not only affects profitability, but it also impacts future contract opportunities.

73%

Of projects exceed budgets

72%

Of projects face delays

$127M

Wasted per $1B spent

Why choose PMI Construction Professional (PMI-CP)™ certification?

To effectively manage complex construction projects, deliver enhanced value to clients, and boost profitability, your team needs industry-specific training and certification in construction project management.

Success in construction projects, hinges on:

  1. Enhanced project efficiency
  2. Improved risk management
  3. Stronger leadership capabilities
  4. Collaboration skills
  5. Enhanced mindset

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Get certified.

The PMI-CP is available as an individual certification. Validate your expertise with the most trusted credential in construction project management and take your career to the next level.

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    Gain a competitive edge in construction with PMI-CP certification

    Upskilling your team is essential to stay competitive.

    The PMI Construction Professional (PMI-CP)™ certification equips your organization with the expertise to address the challenges of modern construction project management.

    Designed to empower construction professionals with essential knowledge and skills, PMI-CP certification is ideal for Project Managers, team leaders and industry professionals aiming to lead and manage construction projects more effectively.

    • The only globally-recognized construction certification

      PMI-CP has been adopted by national authorities across four continents: BCA Singapore, SACPCMP South Africa, Saudi Arabia’s HRDF and SCA, Zambia’s EIZ, and Ministry of Works Bahrain.

      More than 42,000 individual courses have been completed globally since its 2023 launch. Early adoption is accelerating in North American procurement frameworks.

    • Built by the construction industry, for construction projects

      PMI-CP was crafted with an expert panel representing the full construction ecosystem, including the US Department of Energy, US Army Corps of Engineers, Oracle, DPR Construction, BHP, Petronas, CII, Lean Construction Institute, and Saudi Aramco.

      The curriculum is designed to meet the unique demands of the construction industry, reflecting the realities of construction practices rather than generic project management theories.

    • On a foundation of standardized, proven methodologies

      The certification's prerequisite training courses focus on building essential project management skills specific to the construction industry.

      Your team will gain the knowledge to apply project-tested techniques for effectively managing budgets, schedules, and scope, as well as leadership strategies to foster teamwork and drive success in all project phases.

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    With PMI-CP training teams can proactively mitigate risks, streamline processes, and consistently meet deadlines, leading to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.

    By leveraging PMI-CP, your organization ensures better project outcomes, improved efficiency, and greater profitability.

    Construction Training Options

    Group training for teams 

    Get your construction workforce on the same page

    PMI offers flexible group training for construction project teams—whether on-site or virtual—tailored to your business goals and focused on the skills your team needs to lead.

    • Essential project management skills specific to the construction industry
    • Customize topics and construction-relevant case studies to fit your organization
    • Prepare teams for PMI-CP certification and role-ready leadership
    • Earn PDUs before or after certification to support continuous learning
    • Get post-training support to ensure teams are implementing all they’ve learned

    Improve your team’s performance with enhanced capabilities in project planning, execution, and risk management.

    Certification is a start

    Certification is a start, the PMI community is the multiplier.

    Combining PMI membership with PMI-CP certification unlocks exclusive member benefits to boost project and career success.

    • Free and discounted career development courses
    • PMI Infinity™ AI tools
    • Premium webinars
    • Thought leadership research

    Local chapters around the globe add regional insights, local events, mentorship programs, and learning opportunities to keep your team’s skills current.

    Construction Project Insights & Case Studies
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    The Construction Project Management Talent Gap

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    Gigaprojects: Delivering Strategic, Massive Transformation

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    Megaprojects: Challenges, Opportunities, and the Role of the Project Profession

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