Proposal Schedule Creation
Most RFPs request a schedule submitted with the project bid. This can be a
very high level summary schedule or a submittal with a fair amount of detail;
demonstrating the bidder is familiar with projects of the type and scope;
demonstrating experience and competency in building the project, and a thought
out framework for successful completion. We will provide this service in
electronic, hard copy, and with written proposal for managing both the schedule,
and active risk management for the life of the project.
Preliminary Schedule Creation
We will work with you to build a spec compliant schedule pulling pertinent
data from the design documents, scope and specifications, as well as refining
strategy with key members of the project team. This schedule normally builds on
the concepts and general framework of the Proposal Schedule, as well as
reflecting an expanding knowledge horizon of project requirements\scope.
Incorporating more detail and up to the minute project information, this
schedule often provides the basis for project payments for the first 30 – 120
days of the project. Publicly funded projects, (including USACE, GSA, states and
municipalities) specify schedule parameters for preliminary, initial and
progress schedule submittals, and we comply with all these government standards.
Baseline Schedule Creation
Baseline schedule creation requires a solid knowledge of construction, from
the architectural and structural details, through mechanical, electrical,
plumbing and specialized systems. We have that expertise and can supply you with
our substantial project history upon request. We have worked both on the
constructor’s behalf as well as providing oversight and compliance from the
owner’s perspective. The baseline schedule creation requires that the scheduler
have an intimate knowledge of the specifications and plans, and the ability to
do takeoffs and scope definition from them. We follow a strategy of building the
first pass of the baseline schedule, and then meeting with project management
and supervisory staff to refine the baseline schedule. Requirements are foremost
in the scheduler’s technique, to ensure that the baseline schedule meets
specifications and provides a solid, constructible model of the constructor’s
execution plan for the project. Starting with a clear and purposeful model
demonstrates the understanding, knowledge, and intent of the constructor to
enhance the on-going relationship with the owner and bringing the project to a
successful completion.
Cost/Resource Loaded Schedules
Predictive Execution Modeling
Predictive execution Modeling (PEM) is the simultaneous analysis of schedule
quality, history, probability of risk impacts, scope, complexity, team maturity,
and other factors. It produces a unique set of quantitative, forward looking
indicators that enable proactive, forward based management of on-going, complex
projects. Additionally it monitors internal schedule\execution trends and flags
areas of concern, months or more before they actually become issues, providing
ample opportunity to mitigate or plan effective work-around\response scenarios.
Schedule Updating
Periodic update of the subject project schedule. This can be performed by
field inspections of progress by us, progress reports from the contractor’s
staff, or a combination of the two. It includes the generation of all spec
required schedule reports and\or plots, the monthly schedule narrative, and, if
desired, preparation of the monthly submittal package to the Corps.
Active Risk Management
The project schedule represents a mathematical execution model that validates
an execution plan\roadmap to reach the goal of successful project completion.
Achieving that goal, however, depends on the successful management of things
that impact\change the roadmap. One of the effective methodologies for doing
this is the simultaneous implementation of Active Risk Management with schedule
management. This basically creates the structural framework for early
identification of impacting factors and the timely development of
mitigation\avoidance\contingency plans to achieve successful completion of the
projects within stated time\cost parameters.
We will assist you in development of a solid Risk Management Plan, process
familiarization\training for the project team, organize\facilitate risk
ID\Quantification sessions, and provide customized toolsets for ongoing Active
Risk Management throughout the life of the project.
US Army Corp of Engineers Construction Schedule Assistance, including QCS\RMS\SDEF
Continuing updating and maintenance of spec compliant schedules for U. S. Army
Corps of Engineers (USACE) projects including the interface of scheduling
results\outputs to the Corps Resident Management System (RMS) thorough the
Quality Control System (QCS) component. This includes the generation of SDEF
files, and if desired, their subsequent upload to QCS, generation of pencil
copies of the pay application, subsequent negotiation of included line items
with Corps representatives, and production of the final Pay Request (Form 93).
In Progress Impact Documentation/Claim Preparation
Project life cycles may be predictable, but no project is static. Changes
occur in field conditions, systems clashes, RFIs, ASIs, design changes,
unplanned weather delays, and any number of other occurances that can affect the
project schedule, budget, and quality. It is essential that these items are
captured timely, at the time they occur and full documentation prepared for
project historical documentation, time/impact analysis, or negotiation for time
or compensation for occurances beyond the constructor’s control. This can
include a searchable photographic database tied to the project schedule and
project documentation.
Impact/Delay Analysis/Expert Witness, Scheduling\Planning
Scripting/System Integration/Offsite Data Archival
Project Progress/History Documentation
It is to the contractor’s advantage to document execution of the schedule in
correlation to progress in the field. The owner usually dictates how often the
schedule must be updated and submitted to support timely pay application and
payments to the constructor. This process also supports the accurate updating
and statusing of work completed in the field, the material on site, long lead
equipment and materials, material or equipment stored off site, etc.
The schedule needs to be updated, reports and indicators created, and saved as
historical project information. Many projects also require an as-built schedule
at close-out as well as redlines, asbuilts, O&M Manuals, etc. We can provide
this on-going service throughout the life of the project, preparing the
constructor for any negotiations that may need to occur due to any of the
aforementioned or other delay causing events. This can include a searchable
photographic database tied to the project schedule and project documentation.
