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−	It is important ~~for a planner~~ to take into consideration the technology and methods selected for the project. Individual activities should be scheduled in accordance with the defined precedent of works, since this will help to frame an efficient ~~schedule~~ of construction tasks and allocate resources dependent on often repeated activities.	+	It is important to take into consideration the technology and methods selected for the project. Individual activities should be scheduled in accordance with the defined precedent of works, since this will help to frame efficient organisation of construction tasks and allocate resources dependent on often repeated activities.

−	The defined activities should be developed in detail for all the tasks ~~to be included in all project activities. Therefore it is necessary to keep in mind~~ time and resources (equipment and labour), planning ~~how they can be used interchangeably.~~	+	The defined activities should be developed in detail for all the tasks, including time and resources (equipment and labour), planning.
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−	The hierarchy of project activities is another key factor, since it helps in schedule development and simplifies the presentation of the project plan. It is also important in categorising the project into different interdependent components for more efficient implementation.	+

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−	* Code of practice for project management.
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	* Planning.		* Planning.
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−	~~In composing project activities that will be executed it~~ is ~~imperative~~ for a planner to take into consideration the technology and methods selected for the project. Individual activities should be scheduled in accordance with the defined ~~precedency~~ of works ~~for~~ this will help to frame efficient schedule of construction tasks and allocate resources dependent of often repeated activities.	+	It is important for a planner to take into consideration the technology and methods selected for the project. Individual activities should be scheduled in accordance with the defined precedent of works, since this will help to frame an efficient schedule of construction tasks and allocate resources dependent on often repeated activities.

−	The defined activities should be developed in detail for all the tasks to be included in all project activities~~. It is advantageous that in constructing any building element there is more than one activity to be repeated to the other element~~. Therefore it is necessary to keep in mind time and resources (equipment and labour), planning how they can be used interchangeably. The hierarchy of project activities is another key factor ~~to be keen with in the setting-up project activities. The hierarchy~~ helps in schedule development and simplifies the presentation of the project plan. It is also important, in categorising the project into different interdependent components for ~~smooth~~ implementation.	+	The defined activities should be developed in detail for all the tasks to be included in all project activities. Therefore it is necessary to keep in mind time and resources (equipment and labour), planning how they can be used interchangeably.
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		+	The hierarchy of project activities is another key factor, since it helps in schedule development and simplifies the presentation of the project plan. It is also important in categorising the project into different interdependent components for more efficient implementation.

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−	The selection of different technological and methodological alternatives for the construction of the designed structure starts in the preliminary design stages~~, though often~~ at this stage these alternatives created by ~~Architects~~ are ~~averagely~~ hypothetical and abstract ~~they~~ form the basis for the future detailed development of the construction method to be used.	+	The selection of different technological and methodological alternatives for the construction of the designed structure starts in the preliminary design stages. Often at this stage these alternatives are created by architects and are hypothetical and abstract. They form the basis for the future detailed development of the construction method to be used.

−	From a number of developed alternatives, the analysis is made weighing the cost, time and quality for each method ~~and depending~~ on the availability of equipment, effects of each method and the skills available for each method a more feasible method is chosen and more ~~detail~~ plan is prepared ~~with regard to~~ selected method.	+	From a number of developed alternatives, the analysis is made weighing the cost, time and quality for each method. Depending on the availability of equipment, effects of each method and the skills available for each method, a more feasible method is chosen and a more detailed plan is prepared based on the selected method.

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		+	* Code of practice for project management.
		+	* Interview with Stephen Trench - Project manager.
		+	* Planning.
		+	* Planning construction projects.
		+	* Project execution plan.
		+	* Project monitoring.
		+	* Project plans for building design and construction.
		+	* Top 5 construction project planning tips.

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−	~~[[File:20191124_103815.jpg\|800px]]~~	+	= Introduction =

−	~~Introduction~~	+	Construction planning is the process of formulating activities required to undertake a construction project. This includes analysing the implications of each activity and selecting among the alternatives the appropriate method to accomplish the project goals.

−	Construction ~~planning is the process of formulating activities required~~ to ~~undertake a construction project analyzing the implications~~ of ~~each activity~~ and ~~selecting among the alternatives the appropriate method~~ to ~~accomplish~~ the project ~~goals~~.	+	Construction plans are used to prepare budgets and schedule of works, and to determine which participants should be incorporated in the project team.

−	~~Construction~~ planning is crucial for successful completion of project within the set time, quality and cost. It is an integrative stage in the project execution that involves all the stakeholders and agencies to ensure compliance to regulations and standards, it reinstates a culture of record keeping for future use and activity evaluation. Construction plans are used to prepare budget, schedule of works, and to determine which participants should be incorporated in the project team.	+	= Purpose of planning =

−	~~Key considerations in construction~~ planning	+	Construction planning is crucial for successful completion of project within the set time, quality and cost. It is an integral part in project execution that involves all the stakeholders and agencies to ensure compliance to regulations and standards. It also reinstates a culture of record keeping for future use and activity evaluation.

−	~~There are technical issues that must be taken care of~~ in ~~the preparation of~~ construction plan. These aspects forms the basic parts of the plan and can also be used as guidelines to analyze the effectiveness of the laid down plan. First and foremost is the choice of construction method and technologies to be used, this is highly considerable for it affects material choice, it also enables to check and compare technologies, classes of work required type of systems fit for the structure and environmental implications in general.	+	= Key considerations in construction planning =

−	~~It is also necessary to keep~~ in ~~mind that~~ preparation of construction ~~plan is a backward reasoning process that intents to define tasks, set time and assign resources to reach the already established outcomes~~. ~~Prior to this it is important to set~~ the ~~emphasis~~ of the plan ~~whether it is directed towards cost control or schedule control. With cost control orientation it is better to evaluate direct~~ and ~~indirect costs such~~ as ~~overhead costs, financing costs, activity cost, etc. Whereas with schedule control focus~~ the ~~main criteria should be on~~ the ~~precedence of activities, efficiency, resource availability and utilization, and integration of schedule and budget~~.	+	There are technical issues that must be taken care of in the preparation of construction plans. These aspects form the basic parts of the plan and can also be used as guidelines to analyse the effectiveness of the final plan.

−	Opting for construction method to use	+	First and foremost is the choice of construction methods and technologies to be used. This is a high priority since it has an impact on material choices. It also allows planners to check and compare technologies, classes of work required, types of systems fit for the structure and environmental implications in general.
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		+	It is also necessary to keep in mind that preparation of a construction plan is a backward reasoning process that seeks to define tasks, set time and assign resources to reach a predetermined outcome.
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		+	Prior to this it is important to determine what the emphasis of the plan should be. Is it directed towards cost control or schedule control? With cost control, it is better to evaluate direct and indirect costs (such as overhead costs, financing costs, activity cost and so on). With schedule control as the focus, the main criteria should be on the precedence of activities, efficiency, resource availability and utilisation and integration of schedule and budget.
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		+	= Opting for construction method to use =

	The selection of different technological and methodological alternatives for the construction of the designed structure starts in the preliminary design stages, though often at this stage these alternatives created by Architects are averagely hypothetical and abstract they form the basis for the future detailed development of the construction method to be used.		The selection of different technological and methodological alternatives for the construction of the designed structure starts in the preliminary design stages, though often at this stage these alternatives created by Architects are averagely hypothetical and abstract they form the basis for the future detailed development of the construction method to be used.
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	From a number of developed alternatives, the analysis is made weighing the cost, time and quality for each method and depending on the availability of equipment, effects of each method and the skills available for each method a more feasible method is chosen and more detail plan is prepared with regard to selected method.		From a number of developed alternatives, the analysis is made weighing the cost, time and quality for each method and depending on the availability of equipment, effects of each method and the skills available for each method a more feasible method is chosen and more detail plan is prepared with regard to selected method.

−	Setting up ~~Project Activities~~	+	= Setting up project activities =

	In composing project activities that will be executed it is imperative for a planner to take into consideration the technology and methods selected for the project. Individual activities should be scheduled in accordance with the defined precedency of works for this will help to frame efficient schedule of construction tasks and allocate resources dependent of often repeated activities.		In composing project activities that will be executed it is imperative for a planner to take into consideration the technology and methods selected for the project. Individual activities should be scheduled in accordance with the defined precedency of works for this will help to frame efficient schedule of construction tasks and allocate resources dependent of often repeated activities.

−	The defined activities should be developed in detail for all the tasks to be included in all project activities. It is advantageous that in constructing any building element there is more than one activity to be repeated to the other element. Therefore it is necessary to keep in mind time and resources (equipment and labour), planning how they can be used interchangeably. The hierarchy of project activities is another key factor to be keen with in the setting-up project activities. The hierarchy helps in schedule development and simplifies the presentation of the project plan. It is also important, in ~~categorizing~~ the project into different interdependent components for smooth implementation.	+	The defined activities should be developed in detail for all the tasks to be included in all project activities. It is advantageous that in constructing any building element there is more than one activity to be repeated to the other element. Therefore it is necessary to keep in mind time and resources (equipment and labour), planning how they can be used interchangeably. The hierarchy of project activities is another key factor to be keen with in the setting-up project activities. The hierarchy helps in schedule development and simplifies the presentation of the project plan. It is also important, in categorising the project into different interdependent components for smooth implementation.
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Introduction

Construction planning is the process of formulating activities required to undertake a construction project analyzing the implications of each activity and selecting among the alternatives the appropriate method to accomplish the project goals.

Construction planning is crucial for successful completion of project within the set time, quality and cost. It is an integrative stage in the project execution that involves all the stakeholders and agencies to ensure compliance to regulations and standards, it reinstates a culture of record keeping for future use and activity evaluation. Construction plans are used to prepare budget, schedule of works, and to determine which participants should be incorporated in the project team.

Key considerations in construction planning

There are technical issues that must be taken care of in the preparation of construction plan. These aspects forms the basic parts of the plan and can also be used as guidelines to analyze the effectiveness of the laid down plan. First and foremost is the choice of construction method and technologies to be used, this is highly considerable for it affects material choice, it also enables to check and compare technologies, classes of work required type of systems fit for the structure and environmental implications in general.

It is also necessary to keep in mind that preparation of construction plan is a backward reasoning process that intents to define tasks, set time and assign resources to reach the already established outcomes. Prior to this it is important to set the emphasis of the plan whether it is directed towards cost control or schedule control. With cost control orientation it is better to evaluate direct and indirect costs such as overhead costs, financing costs, activity cost, etc. Whereas with schedule control focus the main criteria should be on the precedence of activities, efficiency, resource availability and utilization, and integration of schedule and budget.

Opting for construction method to use

The selection of different technological and methodological alternatives for the construction of the designed structure starts in the preliminary design stages, though often at this stage these alternatives created by Architects are averagely hypothetical and abstract they form the basis for the future detailed development of the construction method to be used.

From a number of developed alternatives, the analysis is made weighing the cost, time and quality for each method and depending on the availability of equipment, effects of each method and the skills available for each method a more feasible method is chosen and more detail plan is prepared with regard to selected method.

Setting up Project Activities

In composing project activities that will be executed it is imperative for a planner to take into consideration the technology and methods selected for the project. Individual activities should be scheduled in accordance with the defined precedency of works for this will help to frame efficient schedule of construction tasks and allocate resources dependent of often repeated activities.

The defined activities should be developed in detail for all the tasks to be included in all project activities. It is advantageous that in constructing any building element there is more than one activity to be repeated to the other element. Therefore it is necessary to keep in mind time and resources (equipment and labour), planning how they can be used interchangeably. The hierarchy of project activities is another key factor to be keen with in the setting-up project activities. The hierarchy helps in schedule development and simplifies the presentation of the project plan. It is also important, in categorizing the project into different interdependent components for smooth implementation.

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =

−	Construction planning is the process of formulating activities required to undertake a construction project. This includes analysing the implications of each activity and selecting ~~among~~ the alternatives the appropriate method to accomplish the project goals.	+	Construction planning is the process of formulating activities required to undertake a construction project. This includes analysing the implications of each activity and selecting from the alternatives the appropriate method to accomplish the project goals.

−	Construction plans are used to prepare budgets and schedule of works, and to determine which participants ~~should be incorporated~~ in the project team.	+	Construction plans are used to prepare budgets and schedule works and to determine which participants are necessary in the project team.

	= Purpose of planning =		= Purpose of planning =

−	Construction planning is crucial for successful completion of ~~project~~ within the set time, quality and cost. It is an integral part in project execution that involves all ~~the~~ stakeholders ~~and agencies~~ to ensure compliance ~~to regulations and standards. It also reinstates a culture of record keeping for future use and activity evaluation~~.	+	Construction planning is crucial for successful completion of projects within the set time, quality and cost. It is an integral part of project execution that involves all stakeholders to ensure delivery and compliance.

	= Key considerations in construction planning =		= Key considerations in construction planning =
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	There are technical issues that must be taken care of in the preparation of construction plans. These aspects form the basic parts of the plan and can also be used as guidelines to analyse the effectiveness of the final plan.		There are technical issues that must be taken care of in the preparation of construction plans. These aspects form the basic parts of the plan and can also be used as guidelines to analyse the effectiveness of the final plan.

−	First and foremost is the choice of construction methods and technologies to be used. This is a high priority since it has an impact on material choices. It also allows planners to check and compare technologies, classes of work required, types of systems ~~fit~~ for the structure and environmental implications ~~in general~~.	+	First and foremost is the choice of construction methods and technologies to be used. This is a high priority since it has an impact on material choices. It also allows planners to check and compare technologies, classes of work required, types of systems for the structure and environmental implications.

	It is also necessary to keep in mind that preparation of a construction plan is a backward reasoning process that seeks to define tasks, set time and assign resources to reach a predetermined outcome.		It is also necessary to keep in mind that preparation of a construction plan is a backward reasoning process that seeks to define tasks, set time and assign resources to reach a predetermined outcome.

−	Prior to this it is important to determine what the emphasis of the plan should be. Is it directed towards cost control or schedule control? With cost control, it is better to evaluate direct and indirect costs (such as overhead costs, financing costs, activity cost and so on). With schedule control as the focus, the main criteria should be on the precedence of activities, efficiency, resource availability and utilisation and integration of schedule and budget.	+	Prior to this it is important to determine what the emphasis of the plan should be. Is it directed towards cost control , schedule control (or quality)? With cost control, it is better to evaluate direct and indirect costs (such as overhead costs, financing costs, activity cost and so on). With schedule control as the focus, the main criteria should be on the precedence of activities, efficiency, resource availability and utilisation and integration of schedule and budget.

−	= ~~Opting for construction~~ method ~~to use~~ =	+	= Construction method =

−	The selection of different technological and methodological alternatives for the construction of the designed structure starts in the preliminary design stages. Often at this stage ~~these~~ alternatives are ~~created~~ by architects and are hypothetical and abstract. They form the basis for the future detailed development of the construction method to be used.	+	The selection of different technological and methodological alternatives for the construction of the designed structure starts in the preliminary design stages. Often at this stage, alternatives are devised by architects and are hypothetical and abstract. They form the basis for the future detailed development of the construction method to be used, which may involve engineers, contractors, suppliers and specialists.

−	From a number of developed alternatives, the analysis is made weighing the cost, time and quality for each method. Depending on the availability of equipment, effects of each method and the skills available for each method, ~~a more~~ feasible method is chosen and a ~~more~~ detailed plan is prepared ~~based on the selected method~~.	+	From a number of developed alternatives, the analysis is made weighing the cost, time and quality for each method. Depending on the availability of equipment, effects of each method and the skills available for each method, the most feasible method is chosen and a detailed plan is prepared.

	= Setting up project activities =		= Setting up project activities =