What are the critical stages of construction for Florida projects?

The construction of a standard project comprises five crucial phases in which construction planning and scheduling play pivotal roles:

Initiation: This phase involves the evaluation of the project idea to assess its feasibility and determine its justification. It marks the commencement of the project, during which the project objectives are identified and defined.

Planning: This phase encompasses the detailed development of the project and the identification of the necessary specifics to achieve the project objectives. It involves outlining all the required work, tasks, resources, and the strategy for their execution. Typically, the project manager prepares a project budget, which includes cost estimates for labor, equipment, and materials. Once all planning details are established, they should be documented in a quality plan that includes targets, assurances, control measures, building codes, and customer criteria. At this stage, the project is prepared for execution.

Execution: This phase initiates the implementation of the project plan on site. Project control and communication are vital during this phase. The project manager is responsible for managing the project’s progress through progress reports and activity performance. Any deviations from the plan must be addressed and rectified. The primary objective during this phase is to adhere to the original plan, necessitating the timely reporting of progress.

Monitoring: The monitoring phase runs concurrently with the execution phase and involves tracking, assessing progress, and performance measurement to ensure adherence to the construction plan and schedule.

Closure: Upon the successful delivery of all project aspects and obtaining client approval, the project proceeds to the closure phase, which encompasses all activities related to the final handover to the customer.