SDPW organises specialised "Primavera Training Programme"

February 12, 2026 / 1:49 PM

Sharjah24: Sharjah Public Works Department (SDPW) organised a specialised training workshop titled “Primavera Training Programme”, aimed at raising the efficiency of technical and administrative staff in project planning and schedule management using Primavera P6, one of the world’s leading systems for engineering project management.

Practical training in planning and scheduling tools

The workshop included practical explanations of planning and monitoring concepts, mechanisms for preparing project schedules, critical path analysis, and resource management. It also reviewed best practices for linking project phases and monitoring performance to ensure the highest levels of quality and adherence to timelines.

Hands-On applications on real projects

The department’s training team delivered direct applications based on real projects, enabling participants to gain hands-on skills in using the software and understand how to employ it to improve execution efficiency and strengthen governance in government project management.

Part of ongoing staff development strategy

The department confirmed that organising the workshop comes as part of its continuous plan to develop employee capabilities and enhance their readiness to work with the latest digital systems. This aligns with Sharjah Government’s direction toward adopting modern tools that support project sustainability and improve infrastructure efficiency across the emirate.

Strong participant engagement and annual training hours

The workshop saw strong engagement from participants, who praised its practical content and its role in strengthening their professional skills. They stressed the importance of continuing such specialised training programmes. The department’s Human Resources Management allocates no fewer than 14 training hours annually for each employee in the department.