- Basic computer literacy
- Familiarity with civil construction processes
Audience
- Field staff involved in civil construction projects
Microsoft Project is a project management software developed by Microsoft. It is designed to assist project managers in planning, scheduling, and managing projects of various sizes and complexities.
This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level field staff who wish to manage and monitor civil construction projects effectively using MS Project, enhancing project efficiency and success.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Use MS Project for managing and monitoring civil construction projects.
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of project scheduling, resource allocation, budgeting, and tracking.
- Progress from basic to advanced levels of proficiency, ensuring staff can handle complex project scenarios.
Format of the Course
- Interactive lecture and discussion.
- Lots of exercises and practice.
- Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.
Course Customization Options
- To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.
Introduction
- Overview of MS Project
- Understanding the MS Project interface
- Navigating through key features and functionalities
Basic Project Setup
- Creating a new project
- Defining project start date, end date, and calendar
Understanding Project Management Basics
- Defining project scope, tasks, and milestones
- Overview of critical path method (CPM) and work breakdown structure (WBS)
Defining and Managing Tasks
- Creating tasks, sub-tasks, and milestones
- Setting task durations and dependencies
- Utilizing Gantt charts for task visualization
Advanced Scheduling Techniques
- Managing task constraints and deadlines
- Implementing lead and lag times
- Adjusting project timelines using CPM
Assigning Resources to Tasks
- Introduction to resource types
- Resource allocation and leveling
- Understanding resource calendars and availability
- Identifying and resolving resource over-allocations
Resource Cost Management
- Defining and managing resource costs
- Tracking and updating resource usage
Estimating Project Costs
- Setting up project budgets
- Understanding fixed costs, variable costs, and contingency budgets
Tracking Costs and Variances
- Implementing cost baselines
- Monitoring project cost performance
- Analyzing cost variances and implementing corrective actions
Tracking Project Progress
- Setting and updating baselines
- Monitoring project progress and performance metrics
- Updating project status: task completion, resource usage, and cost tracking
Generating Reports
- Creating custom reports for stakeholders
- Exporting data and integrating with other tools
Managing Multiple Projects
- Consolidating multiple projects into a master project
- Resource sharing and inter-project dependencies
Risk Management in MS Project
- Identifying potential risks and mitigation strategies
- Tracking risk impact on project timelines and costs
Customizing MS Project for Specific Needs
- Creating custom views, filters, and fields
- Automating tasks using macros
Summary and Next Steps