Project Management Flashcards
Scheduling Process:
During the project scheduling process, the sequence of task, activity duration, contingency time, task time ranges, and float time are determined.
Scheduling Methods:
The three main types of scheduling our calendar scheduling, bar chart scheduling and critical path method (CPM). 
Scheduling and Cash Management:
Effective cash management helps ensure you have enough working capital to complete your project.
What is Project Management?
Project management involves managing several different factors including budgets, quality controls, project plans and specifications, and resource management.
Who is the Project Manager?
Construction project managers plan and coordinate construction projects to meet the overall goals of the project and serve as the main contact with the owner. The ability to manage effectively contribute significantly to the success or failure of a project.
Project Supervisory Team:
Depending on the size of the project, the supervisory team may consist of a superintendent, foreman, materials expediter, architect, and owner’s representative.
Project Life Cycle:
Through each phase of the project life cycle, you must manage each aspect of the project such as customer relations, materials, budget, and subcontractors.
Tracking the Progress of the Project:
A good project manager make sure that deadlines are met on time. Daily report and status reports are tools you can use to track your progress.
Budget and Cost Controls:
A good project manager will control costs and make sure the project comes in on budget.
Quality Assurance:
Ensuring that the customer receives a quality built project is one of the most important aspects of project management.
Value Engineering:
Balancing the owner’s cost, quality and time priorities while delivering the highest value product are objectives of the value engineering approach.
