The Plateau State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Building (NIOB) has successfully concluded an intensive two-day capacity-building workshop for professional builders.
The specialized training on the theme: “Practical Preparation of Builders’ Documents for Efficient Construction Delivery,” focused on equipping participants with the modern skills and professional tools required for efficient construction project delivery.
Recall that the workshop began on Thursday, June 4th, at the Dr. Jonah David Jang Conference Hall within the Ministry of Lands and Survey in Jos with focus on construction methodology as a dynamic operational roadmap for the participants.
Speaking during the workshop, the Chairman of the Planning Committee, Bldr. Mangai Tarzan Ahmadu, urged builders to embrace continuous learning and professional development.
He noted that the building sector is becoming increasingly competitive, making it necessary for professionals to constantly update their knowledge to meet industry expectations.
Bldr. Ahmadu commended the participants, describing their presence as a strong demonstration of commitment to their personal and professional growth.
“The building environment is becoming more competitive and more demanding. Therefore, you need to prove yourself worthy in order to be relevant,” he said.
The Chairman of the NIOB Plateau State Chapter, Bldr. Grace Pam Wang, reminded participants that the workshop was designed to expose them to modern project management.
Bldr. Wang encouraged participants to continue learning beyond the workshop by consistently engaging with the training materials and professional development opportunities.
“We will continue to create opportunities for learning and professional development, and I encourage members to take advantage of every platform available to improve their knowledge and skills,” she said.
The practical sessions were facilitated by Bldr. Usman Abdulmumin, a Fellow of the NIOB and Immediate Past Chairman of the NIOB FCT Abuja Chapter.
Bldr. Usman guided participants through the practical application of Microsoft Project, emphasizing its role as a leading tool for planning and monitoring execution.
According to the facilitator, construction programming is inseparable from the builder’s profession, representing a core mandate and a key value to the industry.
“As builders, you cannot separate us from construction programming. It’s one of our core mandates, one of the values that we bring to the industry. The need to keep members embraced with the knowledge cannot be overemphasized. That’s why this continuous training is very, very important,” he said.
A participant, Bldr. Dapiya Zumshak, stated that learning to prepare methodology documents and the program of work is essential for every professional builder.
He explained that applying this gained knowledge on-site, whether as a project manager or site manager, will ensure best practices and effective project execution.
