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Project Schedule:

On most projects a preliminary schedule or length of time to complete will be established
prior to commencing the work. Depending on the size and complexity of a project the type of
schedule will vary. We offer the following types for your consideration.

Bar Chart

Critical Date

Bar Chart Schedule:

A Bar-Chart type schedule is the most common and simplest form available. Prior to
preparing your schedule, confirmation of delivery dates for major purchase items and
subcontractor input on allotted time requirements should be finalized. Upon completion of the
schedule and agreement by all affected parties, distribute to all concerned and prominently display
this schedule on-site. Monitoring and updating the schedule as work progresses is mandatory and
should help identify the reasons when not on schedule. Regular on-site meetings with
subcontractors and any affected parties are critical to solving scheduling problems.

Critical Date Schedule:

A Critical-Date Schedule is used on large or more complex projects. This type of schedule
can be divided into a number of mini-schedules covering various portions of the work, then used
by the individual subcontractors, in place of the main schedule. The critical dates for delivery of
major items or start and completion dates for the activities are the basis for this schedule. The
critical nature of this type of schedule is its dependency on the input date information. More
intensive consultation with your subcontractors and suppliers will be required prior to finalization.
As for any type of schedule the importance of continual monitoring and updating as the work
progresses is of utmost importance. Prominently display your current schedule and promptly
advise, in writing, any parties failing to meet their scheduled commitments.