- Bill of Quantities (BOQ): A detailed list quantifying and describing project work items.
- Schedule of Rates: Lists unit rates for various works, aiding in pricing variations and interim payments.
- Cost Estimate: An early forecast of project costs, helping in budget planning and financial feasibility.
- Cash Flow Forecast: Projects expected cash inflows and outflows, essential for financial planning.
- Cost Plan: A detailed forecast of total project costs, aligning budget with scope and timeline.
- Payment Schedule: Outlines payment timing and amounts due to the contractor based on milestones.
- Variation Schedule: Documents changes to the original contract scope, including cost and time adjustments.
- Procurement Schedule: Details procurement activities, including timelines for materials.
- Subcontractor Schedule: Details timing, scope, and costs of subcontracted work.
- Progress Schedule: Tracks progress against the planned schedule.
- Risk Register: Identifies potential risks and mitigation strategies.
- Preliminary Cost Estimate: An initial estimate based on limited information.
- Final Account Schedule: A summary of all costs incurred upon project completion.
- Resource Allocation Schedule: Details how resources will be allocated throughout the project.
- Site Visit Schedule: Outlines planned site visits for inspections and assessments.
- Tender Schedule: Timeline for the tendering process, including submissions and evaluations.
- Change Order Schedule: Tracks changes initiated by change orders.
- Construction Schedule: A detailed timeline of construction activities.
- Maintenance Schedule: Outlines periodic maintenance tasks and timelines.
- Quality Control Schedule: Details quality assurance activities during construction.
- Safety Management Schedule: Outlines safety inspections and protocols.
- Environmental Management Schedule: Plans for environmental assessments and compliance.
- Material Delivery Schedule: Timelines for the delivery of construction materials.
- Commissioning Schedule: Outlines the process for commissioning systems and equipment.
- Pre-Construction Schedule: Details activities prior to the start of construction.
- Post-Construction Schedule: Outlines activities to be completed after construction.
- Project Close-Out Schedule: Details tasks for project completion and handover.
- Budget Review Schedule: Timelines for regular budget reviews and updates.
- Cost Reporting Schedule: Frequency and format for cost reports during the project.
- Earned Value Management Schedule: Tracks project performance against planned value.
- Stakeholder Engagement Schedule: Outlines communication with stakeholders.
- Consultation Schedule: Plans for consultations with key stakeholders.
- Site Mobilization Schedule: Details the mobilization of resources to the site.
- Submittal Schedule: Outlines timelines for submitting materials and shop drawings.
- Inspection Schedule: Details the timing for inspections and approvals.
- Labor Productivity Schedule: Tracks labor productivity against expected rates.
- Material Takeoff Schedule: Lists quantities of materials needed for each phase.
- Cost Control Schedule: Outlines procedures for monitoring and controlling costs.
- Contingency Plan Schedule: Details plans for unexpected events or costs.
- Reporting Schedule: Defines when and how project reports will be generated.
- Bid Comparison Schedule: A framework for comparing contractor bids.
- Performance Measurement Schedule: Tracks performance against KPIs.
- Training Schedule: Outlines training sessions for project staff.
- Work Breakdown Structure (WBS): A hierarchical breakdown of project deliverables.
- Change Management Schedule: Details processes for managing changes in the project.
- Commissioning and Handover Schedule: Outlines the final steps to handover.
- Sustainability Schedule: Plans for sustainable practices during construction.
- Legal Compliance Schedule: Ensures adherence to legal requirements and timelines.
- Communication Plan Schedule: Details how information will be communicated.
- Design Review Schedule: Outlines timelines for design reviews and approvals.
- Field Report Schedule: Details when field reports will be submitted.
- Issue Tracking Schedule: Monitors unresolved issues throughout the project.
- Project Management Plan Schedule: Outlines the overall project management strategy.
- Decision-Making Schedule: Timelines for key project decisions.
- Budget Adjustment Schedule: Details how and when budget adjustments will occur.
- Material Requisition Schedule: Timelines for requesting materials.
- Subcontractor Payment Schedule: Outlines payment timelines for subcontractors.
- Negotiation Schedule: Plans for negotiations with contractors or suppliers.
- Progress Payment Schedule: Details payment based on work completed.
- Labor Forecast Schedule: Projects future labor needs based on the timeline.
- Utility Coordination Schedule: Outlines the coordination of utility services.
- Access Schedule: Details access requirements for the construction site.
- Design Change Schedule: Tracks changes in design and their implications.
- Site Survey Schedule: Outlines when site surveys will be conducted.
- Reporting Compliance Schedule: Ensures compliance with reporting requirements.
- Supply Chain Schedule: Details timelines for managing the supply chain.
- Change Impact Analysis Schedule: Analyzes the impact of changes on the project.
- Project Review Schedule: Regular reviews of project progress and performance.
- Benchmarking Schedule: Outlines timelines for benchmarking against standards.
- Permitting Schedule: Details timelines for obtaining necessary permits.
- Insurance Schedule: Outlines insurance requirements and timelines.
- Contract Administration Schedule: Manages the administration of contracts.
- Design Development Schedule: Outlines timelines for design development phases.
- Research and Development Schedule: Plans for R&D activities related to the project.
- Client Review Schedule: Timelines for client reviews and feedback.
- Crisis Management Schedule: Plans for managing crises during the project.
- Inventory Management Schedule: Tracks inventory levels of materials.
- Cost Benchmarking Schedule: Compares costs against industry benchmarks.
- Workforce Planning Schedule: Plans for workforce allocation and management.
- Technology Implementation Schedule: Outlines timelines for implementing new technologies.
- Communications Review Schedule: Reviews communication effectiveness regularly.
- Budget Allocation Schedule: Details how the budget will be allocated over time.
- Final Payment Schedule: Outlines final payments upon project completion.
- Integration Schedule: Plans for integrating various project components.
- Stakeholder Feedback Schedule: Regular collection of stakeholder feedback.
- Utility Relocation Schedule: Details timelines for relocating utilities.
- Cultural Heritage Management Schedule: Plans for managing cultural heritage aspects.
- Dispute Resolution Schedule: Outlines processes for resolving disputes.
- Value Engineering Schedule: Reviews for cost-saving measures throughout the project.
- Site Restoration Schedule: Plans for restoring the site after project completion.
- Performance Review Schedule: Regular assessments of performance metrics.
- Supplier Evaluation Schedule: Timelines for evaluating suppliers and subcontractors.
- Construction Sequence Schedule: Details the sequence of construction activities.
- Mobilization and Demobilization Schedule: Outlines timelines for mobilization and demobilization.
- Phase Completion Schedule: Tracks the completion of project phases.
- Contract Review Schedule: Regular reviews of contract terms and compliance.
- Post-Occupancy Evaluation Schedule: Reviews project performance after occupancy.
- Technical Review Schedule: Outlines timelines for technical reviews of designs.
- Community Engagement Schedule: Plans for engaging with the local community.
- Final Audit Schedule: Outlines timelines for project audits upon completion.
Quantity surveyors commonly use a variety of software tools to manage schedules effectively.
- Microsoft Excel: For creating and managing various schedules, cost estimates, and cash flow forecasts.
- Microsoft Project: A project management tool that helps in scheduling tasks, tracking progress, and managing resources.
- Primavera P6: A robust project management software used for scheduling, resource management, and project tracking.
- CostX: Specifically designed for quantity surveying, it allows for cost estimation, BOQ generation, and scheduling.
- Bluebeam Revu: A PDF editing tool that facilitates markups, measurements, and collaboration on construction documents.
- Procore: A comprehensive construction management platform that includes scheduling, budgeting, and project management features.
- Aconex: A cloud-based collaboration platform that helps manage documents, workflows, and schedules on construction projects.
- Sage 300 Construction and Real Estate: A financial management tool that integrates cost management with scheduling capabilities.
- Smartsheet: A flexible platform for managing projects, including scheduling, collaboration, and reporting.
- BuildSmart: An integrated solution for project management, cost control, and scheduling specifically for the construction industry.
- PlanGrid: A construction productivity software that allows teams to collaborate on plans and documents, including schedule management.
- Trello: A visual project management tool that can be adapted for scheduling tasks and managing workflows.
- Asana: A project management tool that helps teams organize and track project schedules and deadlines.
- Wrike: A work management platform that offers scheduling, task management, and collaboration features.
- RIB iTWO: A construction management software that integrates 5D BIM with scheduling and cost management.