PJM_Schedule_Tools Flashcards
(24 cards)
Why is planning your firm’s resources important?
To ensure projects are successful through effective scheduling and resource allocation.
What should a project design schedule include?
Phasing and timing of deliverables for each phase.
What factors affect the design schedule?
Delivery method, milestones, complexity, typology, and permitting timeline.
Why do hospitals and labs require longer DD phases?
To properly integrate critical building systems and components.
Why do fast track projects need more upfront coordination?
To meet accelerated schedules and issue early bid packages.
What is the first step in developing a design schedule?
Distribute the design fee by phase based on the owner/architect agreement.
What are direct expenses?
Project-related expenses not reimbursable, such as staff travel to the site.
How are staff selected for each phase?
Based on billing rate, utilization rate, knowledge, and experience.
In a DBB project, who manages the construction schedule?
The contractor, after documents are issued.
In a CMc project, who manages the overall schedule?
The CMc, from design through construction.
What is unique about fast track scheduling?
Documents are issued in bid packages; tasks may be out of normal sequence.
What must the design schedule account for?
Deliverables, project milestones, working days, holidays, stakeholder feedback.
What is the critical path?
The longest sequence of dependent tasks that determine project duration.
What is a Gantt chart?
A bar chart showing tasks, durations, and overlaps in the schedule.
When are Gantt charts useful?
For simple or moderately complex projects like retail or residential.
What is a milestone chart used for?
Short, low-fee projects with limited tasks.
What is a wall schedule?
A rough schedule created collaboratively in meetings, later formalized.
What is the CPM method?
A detailed schedule showing dependencies and durations; used for complex projects.
When is CPM typically used?
Large complex projects or CMc fast track deliveries.
What happens if the architect delays a phase on a critical path?
Subsequent phases are delayed, impacting project milestones.
What must a PM consider when building a schedule?
Client deadlines, permitting time, reviews, deliverables, and coordination with consultants.
How do project delivery methods affect the schedule?
They dictate roles in schedule management and phase overlap or sequencing.
Why must design schedules align with architectural fees?
To ensure adequate staffing time and avoid profit loss.
How does permitting affect the design schedule?
Jurisdiction-specific review times must be built in early.
