ProjectManager.com

MAY 30, 2023

If you’re a general contractor working in construction project management, you’ll need to know about general conditions. We’ll go further, explaining how to estimate general condition costs and how general conditions compare to construction specifications and general requirements.

Construction 258

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

If you’re new to project management , a project charter template can set you up to make sure you’re hitting all the major points. The charter also identifies the main stakeholders and defines the authority of the project manager. Follow our quick guide to writing and executing your project management charter below.

Risk Management 520

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ProjectManager.com

MAY 9, 2022

Managing a project is a very challenging, but project evaluation makes it easier. Everything starts with careful planning, which sets the stage for the execution phase where estimations, plans and schedules guide the project team as they complete tasks and deliverables. What Is Project Evaluation? Get started for free.

Process 369

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Project Risk Coach

JUNE 22, 2020

Poor estimates are often a major factor in these projects. So, let's look at 7 ways to improve project estimates. Define the project work One of the top reasons for poor estimates is poor project definition. How can project managers help overcome this problem? Have the subject matter experts estimate the work.

Estimate 195

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Other types of project reports which show how work is proceeding versus project plan estimations. Project managers’ reports are the means by which these types of deliverables are presented to clients and stakeholders. Our project management software provides this and more, no matter where you are in the project life cycle.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 9, 2022

Let’s take some time to define what a stakeholder is, examples of stakeholders and free stakeholder templates that can help with stakeholder management. A stakeholder is a person, like any other member of the project, and some will be easier to manage than others. They can easily be shared to manage your stakeholders expectations.

Software Review 502

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Over time, various myths and beliefs have surrounded the concept of the Definition of Ready. In this article, we aim to dispel any lingering doubts so that you can confidently decide "To use Definition of Ready or not to use." Did you notice that there was no mention of Definition of Ready anywhere above? What does it entail?

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ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

There’s never enough time when managing a project. Project managers don’t have the luxury to quote poems to stakeholders when going off track. Changes in a project are common, but it’s the project manager’s responsibility to make sure that those changes don’t produce a negative impact on the project schedule. It’s a trade off.

Software Review 520

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MPUG

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Accurately estimating the duration of tasks is often a daunting challenge. Project managers frequently grapple with uncertainties that can derail schedules and inflate costs. From unforeseen delays to resource limitations, the inherent unpredictability of project activities can make accurate time estimation feel like an elusive goal.

Estimate 59

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 15, 2023

Every process is important to construction project management, especially construction engineering. We’ll then explore the different roles related to construction engineering management. Construction engineering is the process of overseeing and managing a large-scale and complex construction project.

Construction 217

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LiquidPlanner

JANUARY 4, 2023

The definition of a project includes having a defined end. When properly developed and proactively managed, project teams and project managers can feel confident they will be successful. I have led projects for more than 30 years and continually improve my project management skills to help project teams be successful.

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Teamweek

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Parametric estimation is a crucial estimation technique in project management. That’s because parametric estimations are highly accurate and take some guesswork from your estimation process. What is parametric estimating? The more granular the parameter, the more accurate the estimate.

Estimate 52

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Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

TL; DR: Estimates Are Useful, Just Ditch the Numbers. Many people dislike estimating work items as estimates supposedly open the path to the misuse of velocity by the managers, reintroducing Taylorism, micro-management, and excessive reporting through the backdoor. Shall I notify you about articles like this one?

Estimate 216

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Velociteach

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

The podcast by project managers for project managers. We are taking a fresh look at project estimation. Table of Contents 02:10 … Project Estimating Course 03:56 … What do We Estimate? WENDY GROUNDS: Welcome to Manage This, the podcast by project managers for project managers.

Estimate 61

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 27, 2023

Controlling risk is one of the most important areas of project management. Project managers need to know how to identify, track and mitigate project risk. Let’s learn what is project risk, some common examples and how can you manage it. What Is Project Risk? Get started for free today.

Risk 424

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MPUG

JUNE 22, 2021

A recent survey of Microsoft Project User Group (MPUG) members found that one top concern for project managers using MS Project was how to manage issues and risks within the Project ecosystem. This is valid because topics like risk management can be contentious, and having multiple sources of the ‘truth’ does not help.

Risk Management 105

Risk Management Risk Estimate Defining 105

MPUG

APRIL 2, 2020

can become an accurate estimating tool for top-down (Analogous) and bottom-up (Parametric) estimating. Unfortunately, the large majority of project managers estimate tasks with durations and update tasks by entering %-complete as reported by team members. Definitions. Using a Schedule Template for Estimating.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 15, 2023

Project management is all about solving problems before they happen. Let’s look at 15 project management challenges and how to deal with them. 15 Project Management Challenges You Should Prepare for Here are the most common challenges project managers face in their day-to-day lives.

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LiquidPlanner

AUGUST 14, 2018

But what if you’re switching from a purely technical role to one that involves managing projects? Or, having managed IT projects for a while, what if you want to formalize your experience with a relevant project qualification? There’s a fair amount of choice when it comes to project management credentials.

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ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

The value of a POC is it can help a project manager identify gaps in processes that might interfere with success. A POC elicits feedback from everyone involved in a project, including those who might not have otherwise contributed, thereby mitigating unforeseen risk. That’s not all a proof of concept does. Duration & Effort.

Technical Review 224

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

As a project manager, you are expected to have all-round skills encompassing the technical fields of project management like planning and scheduling, through to the interpersonal skills like communicating up and influencing others. Learn how to help your team manage risk so you can split the work between you.

Finance 332

Finance Risk Management Budget Risk 332

Scrum.org

JULY 10, 2018

Often I hear people say that Scrum does not take care of risk: there is no risk log, risk is not on the agenda of the Sprint Review or Retrospective as a standard agenda-item. That's a risk right there! How is risk managed in Scrum? Scrum is all about risk management. Different types of risks.

Risk Management 128

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Before you’re able to analyze the risk in your project, you have to acknowledge that risk is going to happen in your project. By planning for risks, you begin the process of knowing how to identify, monitor and close out risks when they show up in your project. Part of that process is risk analysis.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 12, 2024

Once one understands what resource requirements are in project management, next there is estimating what those resources will be and managing them. What Are Resource Requirements in Project Management? Knowing one’s resource requirements will also help project managers to get the most out of their resources.

Software Review 364

Software Review Estimate Defining Budget 364

ProjectManager.com

JULY 24, 2024

Projects help execute those strategic plans, and organizational project management is the framework that aligns that work to the organization’s objectives. Let’s start by digging deeper into the definition of organizational project management and the various components that make it up. What Is Organizational Project Management?

PMO 362

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ProjectManager.com

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Organizations are continually looking for leadership team that’s experienced in business process management (BPM). Let’s look at business process improvement (BPI), define it, explore strategies and then note the business and project management tools that can help implement and analyze progress in your company.

Process 403

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Project Risk Coach

OCTOBER 23, 2021

Some project managers have a defensive mindset. 3 Is an Opportunity a Risk, Really? Project managers may use qualitative and quantitative risk analysis to evaluate opportunities. Consequently, these project managers and team members fail to take advantage of these upside risks. Table Of Contents.

Underperforming Technical Team 363

Underperforming Technical Team Risk Management Project Life Cycle Risk 363

ProjectManager.com

JULY 3, 2024

When managing projects, change management helps to avoid its negative effects, and a change readiness assessment is one of the ways how it does this. Being prepared for change helps to mitigate the risks associated with those changes. It might be a cliche, but those who ignore it are doomed to learn a lesson the hard way.

Software Review 306

Software Review Risk Management Risk Governance 306

ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 23, 2024

You can also use it to see how effectively the project was managed. It’s a post-project review or post-implementation review, which is part of your project management responsibilities. To answer those and more questions, you need to follow a process, which is much easier with project management software. Download Word File 5.

Software Review 385

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 10, 2024

Project managers are constantly making requests to the project management office (PMO). It’s used by PMOs to manage the requests they get from the many projects they’re overseeing. PMOs can use project management software to review and decide on whether to accept, reject or defer the request. That’s normal.

Process 378

Process PMO Software Review Estimate 378

MPUG

JANUARY 8, 2024

The Project Management Institute defines a project as “a temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product, service, or result.” By definition, there can be no data on exactly how long this unique effort will take. The solution, of course, is estimating. But that’s not what 90% or more of Project Managers need.

Estimate 52

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

MAY 3, 2022

Your project management plan is more than just a schedule of work. A project management plan is a document that sets out how you are going to do what you’re going to do. It’s a guide to how the project will be managed. So what does go in the project management plan ? Project definition.

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PM Basics

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

In this article, you’ll find the real-life project risk management plan example. Below the example, you’ll find all the required information and resources to create your Risk Management Plan quickly and for free. Risk Management Plan Definition. Risk Register, WBS). Introduction.

Risk Management 105

Risk Management Risk Planning Technical Review 105

ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

However, in project management, project assumptions are essential for planning a project. Let’s take a look at how project assumptions are defined in project management and why they’re so important. Then we’ll learn about a project assumption log and how assumptions differ from constraints and risk.

Software Review 339

Software Review Risk Management Technical Review Risk 339

Kiron Bondale

JULY 3, 2016

You are assigned to manage a project and before you or your team have had an opportunity to start to chip away at the looming mountain of uncertainty, you get put on the spot to provide a cost or schedule estimate by your project sponsor or some other stakeholder. It’s unfortunately an all too familiar scenario. No be there.

Estimate 136

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ProjectManager.com

JULY 12, 2022

As with everything in construction project management, there’s a process, meetings, checklist and more. But first, let’s start with a definition. The preconstruction phase in construction project management refers to the preliminary planning and engineering services that the construction company implements before construction begins.

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Software Review Construction Estimate Budget 393

Teamweek

OCTOBER 26, 2023

When it comes to successful project estimating and planning, there’s no room for guesswork. Bottom-up estimating can help you create accurate estimates that set your projects on the right track to success. This comprehensive guide provides all the info you need to get started with bottom-up estimating.

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