Developing and Implementing a Project Quality Plan (Web | May 22-23, 2026)

Developing and Implementing a Construction Project Quality Plan focuses on the planning, documentation, and system-level implementation of quality management for construction projects.

While CPM 301 concentrates on assuring quality on site, CPM 302 moves upstream and trains participants to design, customize, and implement a project-specific Quality Plan that aligns with contract requirements, DPWH standards, and ISO-based quality principles.

Participants will learn how to structure a Construction Project Quality Plan (CPQP), develop Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and procedures, integrate quality with schedule, cost, and risk, and implement the plan effectively during project execution up to close-out.

At the end of the course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the role of a Quality Management System (QMS) in construction projects.
2. Develop a project-specific Construction Project Quality Plan (CPQP).
3. Define quality objectives, responsibilities, and processes for a project.
4. Prepare Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) aligned with project activities and standards.
5. Develop and review method statements and work procedures from a quality perspective.
6. Implement and monitor the Quality Plan during project execution.
7. Measure quality performance and drive continuous improvement.
8. Prepare for audits, handover, and project close-out.

Course Duration: 2 days @ 8 hours per day

Course Outline

DAY 1 – Developing the Construction Project Quality Plan

Module 1: Quality Management Systems in Construction

Purpose: To establish a systems-level understanding of quality management beyond site inspections.

Topics:

• What is a Quality Management System (QMS)?
• ISO 9001 concepts applied to construction projects
• Corporate QMS vs Project Quality Plan
• Owner, contractor, and consultant quality systems
• DPWH quality requirements and expectations

Module 2: Structure of a Construction Project Quality Plan (CPQP)

Purpose: To familiarize participants with the standard structure and content of a CPQP.

Topics:

• Purpose and scope of a Quality Plan
• Quality policy and objectives
• Project organization and responsibilities
• Document control and record management
• Interfaces with schedule, cost, and safety

📌 Exercise:
Review a sample CPQP and identify gaps and weaknesses.

Module 3: Developing Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)

Purpose: To ensure quality requirements are translated into clear, actionable inspection steps.

Topics:

• Purpose and components of an ITP
• Linking ITPs to WBS and activities
• Acceptance criteria and reference standards
• Hold points and witness points
• Responsibilities and approvals

📌 Workshop:
Draft an ITP for a selected work item (e.g., concrete works, earthworks).

Module 4: Method Statements and Work Procedures

Purpose: To integrate quality requirements into construction execution methods.

Topics:

• Difference between method statements and procedures
• Typical structure of a method statement
• Integrating quality, safety, and risk
• Review and approval process
• Common method statement deficiencies

📌 Workshop:
Review and improve a sample method statement from a quality perspective.

DAY 2 – Implementing, Monitoring, and Closing the Quality Plan

Module 5: Implementing the Quality Plan on Site

Purpose: To ensure the Quality Plan is actually used, not just filed.

Topics:

• Communicating the Quality Plan to site teams
• Quality orientation and toolbox talks
• Roles and accountability during execution
• Ensuring compliance with procedures and ITPs
• Coordination with supervision and consultants

Module 6: Quality Monitoring and Performance Measurement

Purpose: To measure whether the Quality Plan is effective and improving outcomes.

Topics:

• Quality Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Trend analysis (NCRs, rework, defects)
• Leading vs lagging quality indicators
• Preventive action planning
• Continuous improvement techniques

📌 Exercise:
Develop simple quality KPIs for a construction project.

Module 7: Audits, Management Review, and Improvement

Purpose: To prepare participants to manage audits and use them as improvement tools.

Topics:

• Internal and external quality audits
• Audit planning and checklists
• Managing audit findings and corrective actions
• Management review process
• Lessons learned and system improvement

📌 Workshop:
Prepare a basic quality audit checklist for a project.

Module 8: Quality Close-Out and Handover

Purpose: To ensure quality requirements are properly closed and documented.

Topics:

• Quality close-out requirements
• As-built documentation and certifications
• Final inspections and acceptance
• Turnover and handover documentation
• Post-project quality review

📌 Capstone Exercise:
Prepare a mini–Construction Project Quality Plan, including:

• Quality objectives
• Organization chart
• Sample ITP
• Document control approach

References:

1. ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems
2. PMI – PMBOK® Guide (Quality Management)
3. DPWH – Standard Specifications (Blue Book)

DPWH – Project Quality and Implementation Guidelines