Course in Technical and Engineering Project Management

With the rapid advancement of innovation and the growing complexity of projects in the technical and engineering sectors, mastering specialized project management skills has become essential. These projects require a balanced combination of precise technical knowledge and the ability to plan, coordinate, and execute within a structured, results-driven framework.
This course Technical and Engineering Project Management, offered by Geneve Institute of Business Management, provides participants with an integrated approach to managing technical and engineering projects—from planning and scheduling to execution and delivery—while emphasizing cost control, team coordination, and adaptation to changing environments. It is designed to equip professionals with the tools and mindset necessary to lead and complete projects efficiently in dynamic technical contexts.

Target Audience:

• Project managers in engineering or technical sectors seeking to enhance their capability to lead and execute specialized projects.

• Engineers and technical developers who are responsible for implementing projects and want to acquire structured project management tools.

• Heads of technical departments overseeing multi-disciplinary teams across development or production units.

• IT professionals involved in the design and deployment of complex technological systems and infrastructure.

• Consultants and technical experts who engage with clients and vendors on advanced engineering and digital transformation projects.

Objectives:

• To introduce participants to the principles and methodologies of managing technical and engineering projects in line with international standards.

• To enable professionals to effectively plan, organize, and track complex project components using structured approaches.

• To strengthen skills in coordinating multidisciplinary teams and ensuring smooth project workflows under tight deadlines.

• To build competencies in monitoring cost, time, and technical quality while maintaining a high degree of precision.

• To prepare participants to handle rapidly evolving technical requirements and adapt project execution strategies accordingly.

Course Outline :

• Fundamentals of Technical Project Management

  • Understanding the unique characteristics of technical and engineering projects.

  • Defining project roles and responsibilities in specialized environments.

  • Project lifecycle stages in a technical setting.

  • Bridging the gap between technical details and managerial oversight.

• Project Planning and Objective Setting

  • Scoping the technical project and setting clear outcomes.

  • Defining performance requirements and critical technical standards.

  • Creating a realistic project timeline and deliverable schedule.

  • Planning technical and human resources effectively.

• Managing Multi-Disciplinary Technical Teams

  • Coordinating contributions from various technical backgrounds.

  • Enhancing communication between specialists and team leaders.

  • Motivating engineering teams and monitoring progress.

  • Addressing challenges linked to highly specialized roles.

• Cost Estimation and Budget Control

  • Identifying direct and indirect costs in technical environments.

  • Preparing and tracking project budgets accurately.

  • Utilizing software tools for financial monitoring.

  • Controlling expenditure while maintaining technical quality.

• Risk Management in Technical Projects

  • Recognizing common risk factors in technical implementation.

  • Assessing likelihood and impact of engineering risks.

  • Designing contingency plans and risk response mechanisms.

  • Tracking early warning signs and preparing mitigation actions.

• Technical Quality Assurance and Control

  • Defining performance standards and quality benchmarks.

  • Verifying compliance with technical specifications.

  • Utilizing tools for technical performance assessment.

  • Identifying deviations and implementing corrective measures.

• Leveraging Technology in Project Management

  • Digital tools and platforms that support technical project workflows.

  • Scheduling and time tracking using engineering-focused software.

  • Collaborative platforms for file sharing and technical updates.

  • Integrating project management systems for operational efficiency.

• Change Management in Technical Projects

  • Evaluating the impact of change on scope and technical design.

  • Assessing compatibility of changes with project objectives.

  • Maintaining control over scope and managing new requirements.

  • Documenting, approving, and implementing change requests.

• Technical Project Delivery and Handover

  • Finalizing project outcomes and preparing for delivery.

  • Compiling documentation and performance reports.

  • Reviewing overall results against project goals.

  • Assessing user satisfaction and stakeholder feedback.

• Post-Project Review and Process Improvement

  • Analyzing success factors and areas for improvement.

  • Creating internal knowledge bases for future reference.

  • Recommending improvements for future project planning.

  • Recording lessons learned and applying them to new projects.