This Subject Series<\/strong> will address the sources and implementation of a contract schedule specification<\/strong>.\u00a0 The Subject Series structure will be multiple parts and be a logical extension of the series titled MANAGING RISK OF DELAY<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The overview of this series is:<\/p>\n The challenge associated with managing time is common to virtually all projects.\u00a0 This challenge is true for most project management situations.\u00a0 It is intensified in the case of larger and more complex projects.\u00a0 Examples include Lump Sum Turn Key (LSTK), Engineer Procure Construct (EPC), and other similarly executed projects.\u00a0 In addition to the normal issues associated with bulk progress, actions or inactions by the owner [employer], notice requirements, owner-furnished (free issue) equipment and others can add considerable complexity to this challenge.<\/p>\n In project work, typically the contract establishes the relationship between key parties and stakeholders.\u00a0 Hence, the contract represents a logical choice for implementation of time management<\/strong> structure and process.\u00a0 Therefore, inclusion of a schedule specification, as a companion to the changes provisions, is the logical choice.<\/p>\n As noted in Part 4 of this Subject Series<\/a><\/strong>, there are several quality sources of guidance and examples regarding the development and use of schedule specifications<\/strong>.<\/p>\n There are almost as many different scheduling specifications<\/strong> as there are construction contracts.\u00a0 One example, the US Army Corps of Engineers [Corps of Engineers]<\/a>, the largest constructor in the world and a pioneer in requiring the use of CPM scheduling techniques on their projects, has not significantly changed its scheduling specification in the past decade.\u00a0 However, the Corps of Engineers scheduling specification has served as a model for many scheduling specifications<\/strong> in both the public and private sectors.<\/p>\n Clearly, one of the most prominent authorities and proponents of Critical Path Method [CPM] scheduling is James J. O\u2019Brien.\u00a0 Mr. O\u2019Brien has authored (with Fredric L. Plotnick) an excellent book (including CD) on this topic related to large and complex construction projects.\u00a0 Mr. O\u2019Brien\u2019s publication, CPM in Construction Management<\/span><\/a> is cited in this blog\u2019s Resource Center.\u00a0 In the appendix, the authors provide a sample CPM specification<\/strong>.\u00a0 This sample is intended as a starting point for the user\u2019s specification.<\/p>\n Another prominent authority and thinker regarding CPM scheduling<\/strong> and delay liability (and claims)<\/strong> is Jon M. Wickwire.\u00a0 Mr. Wickwire (and others) has authored an excellent book on this topic.\u00a0 Mr. Wickwire\u2019s publication, Construction Scheduling: Preparation, Liability, and<\/a> Claims<\/a><\/span> is cited in this blog\u2019s Resource Center<\/a><\/strong>.\u00a0 In the appendices, the authors provide sample scheduling specifications.\u00a0 The samples can be adapted to the user\u2019s application.<\/p>\n Key points that are typically addressed in schedule specifications<\/strong> include:<\/p>\n The project manager and team must professionally manage the time allocated for the planning and execution of the project.\u00a0 Implementation of this time management requires a clear Time Management Strategy<\/strong>.\u00a0 Time-Management Strategy<\/strong> is the higher level challenge.\u00a0 The Time-Management Strategy<\/strong> must be integrated with progress and claims management strategy.\u00a0 More specifically, the time-related issues must be harmonized and synchronized with the progress and claims strategy.\u00a0 The specific strategy, process and procedures are driven by the project specifics.<\/p>\n Good luck in developing and implementing a useful Schedule Specification<\/strong>.<\/p>\n It is important to note that McLaughlin and McLaughlin [M&M]<\/a><\/strong> is not a law firm and is not intending to provide legal advice.\u00a0 M&M<\/a><\/strong> is a consulting firm providing (among other services) non-legal expertise in dispute resolution and litigation support.\u00a0 The Resource Center<\/a><\/strong> is for the convenience of blog visitors and M&M<\/a><\/strong> does not offer this for commercial purposes.\u00a0 For further information on M&M<\/strong> <\/a>services, please see<\/em> <\/em>www.McLaughlinandMcLaughlin.com<\/a><\/em><\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n This Subject Series will address the sources and implementation of a contract schedule specification.\u00a0 The Subject Series structure will be multiple parts and be a logical extension of the series titled MANAGING RISK OF DELAY. 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