Construction Management Development Program

CMDP Technical Assistance & On-The-Job Training

As a result of the needs assessment or classroom instruction, areas of deficiency are identified for which technical assistance (also known as on-the-job training) may be appropriate. Any participant in the CMDP-BGP may request technical assistance in any area of training provided as part of the program.

Objectives of Technical Assistance & On-the-Job Training

• To provide hands-on advice at the job site
• To provide individualized counseling and advice to S/DBEs in areas such as:
1. Project Planning Methods
2. Bidding and Estimating Including FDOT Bid Preparation Methods
3. Job Costing and Scheduling
4. Business Administration and Management
5. Contract Negotiation and Plan Reading
6. Project Performance, Including Setting Up the Job Site
7. Cash Flow Methods and Quantity Take-offs
8. FDOT Procedures on Billing and Payments; Quality Assessment; and Control Methods

After a technical assistance request has been completed and approved a technical assistance plan is developed which includes but is not limited to addressing the identified needs of the S/DBE, developing an approach and/or the type(s) of training required to resolve the problem.