Construction Project Planning Checklist

1. Documentation
a. Project drawings and specifications
b. Shop and working drawings
c. Submittals and approvals
d. Testing and inspections
2. Permits, fees, and licenses
a. City
b. Country
c. State
d. Federal
3. Preliminary work breakdown structure
a. Major types of work involved
b. Trades and competencies required
c. Major materials, systems, and equipment
d. Procurement cycle
e. Fabrication requirements
f. Delivery considerations
g. Installation requirements
h. Testing and startup requirements
i. Owner furnished equipment
j. Contractual milestones and constraining dates
4. Site availability and access
a. Environmental controls

b. Materials handling and storage area

Reprinted from the Project Management Fundamentals Action Guide, by Ron Black.
2003 Ron Black www.thementorgroup.com 800-381-8686 Freely copy and distribute with this notice intact.

c. Temporary utilities
d. Traffic, utility, or other interruptions potential
e. Climate and seasonal considerations
5. Resource availability
a. Project management team
b. Materials
c. Skilled labor
d. Equipment
e. Trades and specialty contractors
6. Critical events and contingency plans
7. Other considerations for project success

Reprinted from the Project Management Fundamentals Action Guide, by Ron Black.
2003 Ron Black www.thementorgroup.com 800-381-8686 Freely copy and distribute with this notice intact.