0810CLPS

Module
08 Managing Cost Estimating & Budgeting
Sub-Module
M08-10 Baselining And Communicating The Cost Estimate/Cost Budget
Level
Specialist (Controls Practitioner / Senior Project Manager)
Discipline
Planning & Scheduling
  • Be able to apply the various communication media, knowing which media should be used to effectively communicate the cost estimate or the performance measurement baseline including updates to the relevant stakeholders in a timely manner enabling them to make the appropriate decisions
  • Be able to analyse the cost estimate or the performance measurement baseline including updates data the write a narrative report appropriate for each category of stakeholder
  • Be able to determine what information needs to be included in a cost and resource loaded schedule in order for it to b

0809CLPS

Module
08 Managing Cost Estimating & Budgeting
Sub-Module
M08-9 Conducting A Cost Risk Analysis
Level
Specialist (Controls Practitioner / Senior Project Manager)
Discipline
Planning & Scheduling
  • Is able to identify and quantify risk impacts, prioritize those risks then demonstrate and explain how risks can be mitigated or otherwise be incorporated into the CPM schedule, facilitating decisions from the relevant stakeholders
  • Be able to analyse the risks and uncertainty, then calculate the appropriate contingencies for presentation to and decisions by the relevant stakeholders
  • Be able to set up and run a Monte Carlo simulations, be able to read and understand the outputs from a Monte Carlo simulation and based on those results make the appropriate recommendations

0808CLPS

Module
08 Managing Cost Estimating & Budgeting
Sub-Module
M08-8 Validating Horizontal And Vertical Integration
Level
Specialist (Controls Practitioner / Senior Project Manager)
Discipline
Planning & Scheduling
  • Can identify the various types of interfaces that can and do exist between work packages and activities, create or make those logical connections,  to ensure that we have horizontal traceability in terms of cost
  • Can identify and apply the various tools/techniques that we can use between work packages and activities to ensure that we have vertical traceability and that our schedules can "roll up" or "roll down" without losing activities or work packages, and be able to explain/justify/rationalize the use of that tool/technique to the relevant stakeholders

0807CLPS

Module
08 Managing Cost Estimating & Budgeting
Sub-Module
M08-7 Validate The Time & Cost Trade-Offs
Level
Specialist (Controls Practitioner / Senior Project Manager)
Discipline
Planning & Scheduling
  • To be able to test/validate assumptions and conduct sensitivity analysis using the appropriate tools/techniques and then apply the results in drawing conclusion, making decisions or recommendations to the relevant stakeholders
  • Be able to set up and run a Monte Carlo simulations, be able to read and understand the outputs from a Monte Carlo simulation and based on those results make the appropriate recommendations to the relevant decision makers

0806CLPS

Module
08 Managing Cost Estimating & Budgeting
Sub-Module
M08-6 Developing The Contractors Cost Estimate (Bottom Up)
Level
Specialist (Controls Practitioner / Senior Project Manager)
Discipline
Planning & Scheduling
  • Is able to  analyse the Bills of Quantities or Bills of Materials, including those coming from BIM, perform a "reality check" to see if they appear accurate, precise and reliable then use the BoQ/BoM as inputs in calculating both costs and durations
  • Is able to analyse the estimating parameters, and based on the scope definition, the acceptable ranges of accuracy and which estimating tools/techniques are appropriate for this class of estimate, then apply them to create a cost estimate/budget which meets the Level 5 accuracy ranges
  • Be able to modify or adapt existing

0805CLPS

Module
08 Managing Cost Estimating & Budgeting
Sub-Module
M08-5 Define The Estimates Purpose And Interpret The Scope Of Work (Contractor)
Level
Specialist (Controls Practitioner / Senior Project Manager)
Discipline
Planning & Scheduling
  • Is able to facilitate and lead a cost estimate development meeting, including determining who should attend and what the role/responsibilities of each participant should be
  • Is able to apply value analysis/value engineering tools, techniques or methodologies as appropriate and be able to apply the results of the VA/VE in drawing conclusion, making decisions or recommendations to the relevant stakeholders
  • Is able to determine what the appropriate level of detail should be fo

The USACE CPM Schedule Specification

The Specification is full of errors and is biased in favor of specific software.

Just take a look at a few sections, it is a disaster.

2.1 SOFTWARE - 2.1.2.2 Other Than Primavera - If the contractor chooses software other than Primavera P6, that is compliant with this specification, provide for the Government's use two licenses, two computers, and training for two Government employees in the use of the software. These computers will be stand-alone and not connected to Government network. Computers and licenses will be returned at project completion.

Filed Under
CPM
Specification
USACE

Project Controls Manager

The role that I CURRENTLY DO is
Senior Project Controls Specialist
My strengths are
Strong communication skills, great understanding of project controls tools including Primavera P6. Reporting capabilities
My weaknesses are
Room to grow in regards to leadership
What skills come to me naturally
Attention to detail, understanding of due dates, time
What do I struggle with
Databases, Excel advanced formulas
The role that I would like to DO NEXT is
Management
When would you like to move on to this NEXT role
Mentor advice and suggestions to help get to NEXT role
Without rushing, what is the standard transition steps between roles depending the industry, etc.
Action Items to help get to NEXT role
Support with Scheduling guidelines, support of younger project controls
Target Completion Date to get to NEXT role
To obtain this job, I need the following SKILLS
Strong leadership
Target Completion Date to get SKILLS for NEXT role
To obtain this job, I need the following KNOWLEDGE
Overall project controls, soft skills
Target Completion Date to get KNOWLEDGE for NEXT role
To obtain this job, I need the following COMPETENCIES
Strong leadership
Mentor advice and suggestions to get COMPETENCIES for NEXT role
Be able to summarize ideas during meetings
Target Completion Date to get COMPETENCIES for NEXT role

Pedro Freitas resume

Dear Sir/Madame,

As a dynamic professional I have worked on different projects like, Infrastructure, Airports, Real estate and Marine construction. I have experience and knowledge of procedures, construction methodologies and method statements.

My job profile includes developing and maintain an update Master Schedule in order to meet client expectations, optimizing resources assuring the completion of project safely, on time and within budget.

Pedro Freitas resume

Dear Sir/Madame,

As a dynamic professional I have worked on different projects like, Infrastructure, Airports, Real estate and Marine construction. I have experience and knowledge of procedures, construction methodologies and method statements.

My job profile includes developing and maintain an update Master Schedule in order to meet client expectations, optimizing resources assuring the completion of project safely, on time and within budget.

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