More words of wisdom from John Hayes explaining what project management tools are and how they should be used...
When you are planning the concept, pre-construction, construction and handover and completion phases of a construction project, it is highly recommended that the following documents are robustly prepared.
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The PIP - Project Initiation Document
This document compiles key project information such as the scope, success criteria, business value, and risks. Always prepare pre-commencement.
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The C - Contract
The book of rules between the parties defining accurate co-ordinated scope, the terms and conditions and the quantum.
Always execute pre-commencement.
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The PEP - The Project Execution Plan
The “how” of the Contract. The document that explains the way to execute, monitor, and control projects.
Always develop and improve during the construction phase.
How are these three documents integrated and managed?
Please refer to the attached graphic that clarifies the integration with the detailed lifecycle stages of a project
About the author
John Hayes FCIOB FRICS MCIArb, founder of GMS Ltd has over 39 years of uninterrupted global operational, commercial and consultancy experience. He currently spends the majority of his time as a client project manager and trainer in the renewable energy and water utility construction sectors and offers tailored executive project management and commercial training services.
The GMS core project focus is on effective and efficient management using the best available workflow management techniques. He also develops and implements project management structures to ensure the most efficient and effective methods of operation.
John is also the technical author of the CIOB code of practice for project management for the build environment 6th edition published in July 2022.
Email John.Hayes@gmsglobal.co.uk
M 07990 534947