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About the program

This program provides specialized and practical training in construction project management for graduates of diploma and degree programs in construction-related fields. In addition to core skills in contract administration, quality management, value engineering, project planning and scheduling, and risk management, students gain knowledge in softer skills related to leadership, communication, and negotiation. Learning is enhanced with case studies, group work, and a final comprehensive project. A laptop is required for in-class assignments and project work.

Bridging opportunities exist for students who have obtained their C of Q, with appropriate experience. For details and course requirements, please contact the Program Coordinator at bridgingcpm@conestogac.on.ca.

Admission requirements

  • A two- or three-year diploma or a degree from an accredited college or university in a construction-related field (e.g., architectural technology, construction engineering technology, civil engineering technology, civil engineering, environmental engineering, architectural studies)
  • An overall average grade of 75% or above (as assessed by country, to Ontario standards) is required in the above mentioned academic programs.

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  • A two- or three-year diploma or a degree in another discipline with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in construction-related work.
  • An overall average grade of 75% or above (as assessed by country, to Ontario standards) is required in the above mentioned academic programs.

Note re: admission requirements

  • If your transcripts are from outside of Canada, you will need to obtain a course-by-course comprehensive evaluation. You can use an approved provider of credential evaluation services such as ICAS or WES, or once you have applied you can request a credential evaluation through the college using the Assessment of International Credentials for Admissions and Credit Transfer online form.

  • Applicants possessing degrees/diplomas from institutions where the language of instruction was not English will be required to provide test scores as evidence of their English language proficiency. Test scores, if required, would be a minimum of TOEFL iBT 88 with no individual skill less than 22; IELTS 6.5 with no bands less than 6.0; CAEL 70 with no sub-test band scores less than 60; PTE Academic 58; CELAP (Conestoga English Language Assessment and Placement) 82 or higher; Cambridge Exams 180 (no individual score less than 170); or equivalent scores in other recognized standard tests of English.

  • We offer a language program for students whose English language skills are below the standard required for admission but who have met all other admission criteria. You will be eligible for admission to the degree program after completion of level 4 of the General Arts and Science – English Language Studies (ELS) program with an overall grade average of 80% and no grade less than 75%. Your placement in the ELS program is determined by scores on an in-house English language test or TOEFL or IELTS.

Admission procedures

  • Apply at Ontario Colleges - www.ontariocolleges.ca
  • Final selection is made following a ranked assessment of the admission requirements, student grades, type of credential and work experience.
  • Qualified applicants may be required to discuss their program suitability and aptitude with program personnel.

Program requirements

  • Students are required to provide their own CSA-approved footwear.
  • Students are required to wear CSA-approved personal protective equipment including footwear, hard hats, safety glasses and hearing protection when required for construction site visits.
  • Computer literacy and a working knowledge of MS Windows, word processing, and spreadsheets are expected.
  • This program uses eTexts.

Graduate opportunities

Graduates will be prepared for employment with general contractors, sub-contractors, consulting firms, government agencies involved in capital development, and others. They will have the skills necessary to function within multi-disciplinary teams consisting of project managers, architects, engineers, regulators, environmental consultants, contractors, trade contractors and construction professionals.

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Program outcomes

  • Develop and use strategies to promote continuous professional learning in the construction industry
  • Monitor and support workplace health and safety practices and procedures which are compliant with current legislation and regulations
  • Assess construction project operations for compliance with contractual obligations, applicable laws, standards, bylaws, codes and ethical practices in construction methodology
  • Analyze and monitor construction processes to ensure that sustainability practices are implemented in accordance with contract documents, industry standards and environmental legislative requirements
  • Establish and manage relationships among diverse project stakeholders to achieve construction project goals
  • Manage the production, storage, retrieval and communication of project-related digital documents according to best practices, to meet construction project deadlines and goals
  • Perform a feasibility study to inform decisions in the planning phase of a construction project
  • Schedule, manage and evaluate the progression of construction projects by applying the principles, practices and tools of construction project management to complete projects on time and within budget
  • Prepare estimates and manage procurement processes to control costs in accordance with best practices in construction project management
  • Develop and oversee quality assurance and control processes involved in the completion of construction projects to meet project specifications and industry quality standards
  • Analyze and manage project risks to mitigate their impact throughout the construction project lifecycle
  • Formulate human resource management strategies to optimize personnel requirements for construction project completion
  • Build and lead multidisciplinary teams throughout the construction project lifecycle to accomplish construction project goals

Program accreditations

Gold Seal Certification Sceau D'or

Program contact

Continuing Education
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Winter registration: Now open
Spring registration: Opens March 2, 2026