Preliminary Project Schedule:

• Critical dates for pre-construction activities

• Critical dates for the issue of plans and specifications

• Early bid packages and procurement of long lead-time items

• Shop drawings, submittals, fabrication and delivery of long lead items

• Schematic and design development estimates

• Sub/vendor bidding process

• Guaranteed maximum price

• Permitting

• Start of construction

• Construction durations

• Substantial completion date

• Punch list

• Furniture/fixtures/equipment installation by the owner (FF & E)

• Final completion date

• Certificate of Occupancy date

• Owner occupancy date

Design Phase:

• Determine lead times and task durations as systems, materials and equipment are selected

• Update schedule as new information becomes available

During Construction:

• Update overall project schedule weekly

• Produce three-week Short Interval Production Schedules (SIPS)

• Review schedule for critical delivery and production issues

• Distribute and discuss schedule in weekly jobsite meetings with all foremen