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Project Schedule Creation

Review construction contract and scope of work

Outline foundation, framing, MEP, and finish phases

List critical tasks within each construction phase

Use past builds to estimate time per phase

Align internal crews and subs for phase overlap

Plan around windows, cabinets, inspections

Build master schedule in PM software

Link framing → MEP → insulation → drywall

Set target dates by build phase and inspection

Add float time by phase for rain or design changes

Review with PM and update master build plan

Send timeline to client, architect, and trades

Revise schedule after team or client input

Lock in schedule and share updated version

Use Gantt chart or PM tool to track weekly progress