Planning & Delivery of Rural and Urban Roads Projects

Course Overview

This practical programme supports senior officials and project managers responsible for the delivery of rural and urban road infrastructure. From feasibility to completion, it covers technical, financial, and operational challenges in road development — especially in the context of donor-funded programmes, climate resilience, and inclusive access.

Delegates will explore UK case studies and international best practice, while gaining insight into procurement, supervision, and contractor performance.

Key Course Objectives

✅ Improve planning, execution, and supervision of road infrastructure
✅ Balance rural access with urban growth in road strategy
✅ Manage contractors, contracts, and performance-based delivery
✅ Understand maintenance models and lifecycle planning
✅ Integrate climate resilience into design and delivery

Who Should Attend

• Directors and Engineers from Roads & Transport Authorities
• PIU leads managing road projects or networks
• Procurement teams and infrastructure planners
• Urban transport development managers

Detailed Course Content (2 Weeks)

Week 1: Road Planning & Project Management
Day 1: Road Classification, Access Needs & Feasibility
Day 2: Project Appraisal, Costing, and Funding Models
Day 3: Supervision of Works – Contract & Site Oversight
Day 4: Maintenance & Performance-Based Contracting
Day 5: Environmental & Social Impact Compliance

Week 2: Delivery Practice & Site Exposure
Day 6: Stakeholder Coordination and Conflict Mitigation
Day 7: Urban vs Rural Delivery Approaches
Day 8: UK Site Visit – Local Road Scheme or Transport Authority
Day 9: Lessons from International Projects
Day 10: Action Planning, Procurement Models & Closure