Having a solid plan is the foundation of a successful construction project. In construction, projects may be large and complex, but with a proper construction management plan, you can keep everything running smoothly while managing the constraints of time, cost, and quality with ease. [bctt tweet=”A well-crafted plan can help you manage every construction phase in a project. Here are some helpful tips on how to create a construction management plan.” via=”no”]
Creating a Construction Management Plan
So, what exactly is a construction management plan? Basically, it can be many things, but overall, it maps out the entire project from its goals to evaluation, to progress, through completion. A management plan is a roadmap of where you want to go and how to get there. When creating a construction plan, it is important that it includes the following things:
- Determine Project Scope & Phases
- Activities Schedule & Task Milestones
- Budget & Resources
- Communication & Progress
- Document Everything
1) Determine Project Scope & Phases
The project scope determines the responsibilities of each team member, as well as deadlines and phases it will take to get everything complete.
2) Activities Schedule & Task Milestones
This sets up deliverable timeframes and creates a schedule for team members to follow. It is basically a to-do list for what needs to happen before the project is complete. Make sure to prioritize the list to get an understanding of which things are more important than others.
ProTip: Identifying task milestones helps break down your construction project into smaller, more manageable pieces.
3) Budget & Resources
What are the costs associated with this project? What tools and equipment are needed to complete the job? Make sure you have everything you need to get the project done in a timely fashion. Be sure to use the best tools for the project. For example, you can save time and money during the construction dewatering process when you use an Aqua-Barrier® inflatable water dam instead of the outdated system of sandbags.
4) Communication & Progress
One of the most important pieces of the construction management plan is to keep daily communication and progress on the project. Frequently assessing the goals and objectives of the project can help everyone stay on task, and also allows issues to be brought to immediate attention so it can be quickly handled.
5) Document Everything
Everything that happens or changes during the project needs to be documented. Always keep a paper trail for each step of the project. These documents are crucial to making sure everything was completed as expected and in closing the project successfully.
Construction Project Management
With a strong construction management plan, you can be sure your project runs into few if any issues. Whether you are new to the construction industry, or you’ve been in it for years, a management plan is a must-have for any project, big or small.
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