Provek, one of the UK’s leading project management training and consultancy providers, has partnered with the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) to develop Managing Projects in the Built Environment (MPBE) – a professional development programme created specifically for experienced project professionals working across the built environment.
Why now?
The new qualification addresses a growing need within the construction and built environment sectors, where organisations are under increasing pressure to demonstrate competence, compliance and effective governance. According to the UK Construction Compliance Index 2026, one in five construction businesses has been marked down or excluded from tender opportunities because they could not provide up-to-date compliance information.
Developed in response to the significant industry reforms introduced following the Grenfell Tower tragedy, MPBE reflects the sector’s increasing emphasis on building safety, accountability and professional competence. The Building Safety Act, together with emerging competency frameworks, has highlighted the importance of project managers having a deeper understanding of their responsibilities in delivering safe and compliant projects.
Despite the critical role project managers play, there has been no dedicated qualification focused specifically on the demands of managing projects in the built environment. MPBE has been created to fill that gap, providing professionals with the knowledge, confidence and practical expertise needed to succeed in an increasingly regulated industry.
Endorsed by APM, the chartered professional body for Project Management
The programme is APM Endorsed, demonstrating that its content has been independently reviewed and aligned with recognised professional standards for project management competence
Aligned with the Competence Framework for Project Managers in the Built Environment
Key topics of the two-day course include Building safety and the regulatory environment, Governance and assurance, Risk management and decision-making, Procurement and commercial considerations, Information management and the digital golden thread, Stakeholder engagement and Sustainability and long-term value creation.
These areas align with the Competence Framework for Project Managers in the Built Environment, supporting professionals in demonstrating capabilities that are increasingly valued by employers, clients and regulators.
The programme also complements established qualifications such as APM PMQ by extending core project management knowledge into the specialist context of the built environment.
As organisations continue to prioritise competence, compliance and safer buildings, MPBE offers a practical way for project professionals to enhance their expertise and demonstrate their commitment to industry best practice.
Why attend this course?
- Develop the knowledge today’s built environment projects demand.
- Strengthen your understanding of building safety, governance and compliance.
- Build confidence in project decision-making and risk management.
- Achieve a professional qualification to support your professional development within a rapidly evolving sector.
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