Success: Use of Activity Code Structure for Project Schedule Integration and Monitoring

摘要

Production of an integrated project schedule in which all parties (multi-nationals) involved work and contribute effectively to the schedule is a challenge and a priority in major large-scale construction projects. This article describes the planning and scheduling processes and tools (software) that were applied prior to and during project execution, in successfully completing the first 2-unit CANDU 6 nuclear power plant in mainland China - ahead of schedule. The scope of the work involved included design, procure, construct and commission two 728 Mwe plants located on the shores of Hangzhou bay 120 miles east of Shanghai in China. The "Coordination and Control schedule" (referred to as Level 2 C&C schedule in this article) was prepared, monitored and managed by the same key players in the planning group throughout the entire life cycle of the project. Often, the group who prepares the plans and schedules are not the same group who will execute such plans at site.