Errors and Omissions
Don’t admit to errors or omissions until you consult with a proper internal team (managers, project director, financial, legal). If you are admitting an error, make sure it is actually …
Year: 2008
Extra Budget for Complicated Design
If the project you are tendering is going to have complicated design or a design that is unusual or new to your company or industry then make sure you allow …
Risk Analysis
Do a proper risk analysis before bidding for and accepting a project. Be especially aware of “first of its kind” projects for yourself, your company, or your industry (industry level …
Client or Contractor Track Record
When preparing a tender, signing a contract, or making a purchase order, be careful to check a potential client’s or contractor’s track record. They may be a known litigator. Your …
Check Standards for Pipes
Check the standards you are supposed to adhere to in your project for the pipes. Remember that imported equipment might come with different flange drilling than what your pipe flanges …
Clear Specifications
An important lesson I have learned if you are on the design side of the project. Make the specifications clear. Unclear or contradictory specifications just end up leading to having …
Document all Changes, Variations, and Agreements
Projects are complicated. Lots of agreements and changes are constantly made, these should be managed properly.
Document all changes, variations and agreements on your projects. You should put everything in writing.
Introduction
Welcome to My Project Management Lessons. Here I will share with you some of the lessons I have learned in my time working in project management. It will be a …