Construction Delay & Cost Analysis Through Primavera P6

This comprehensive course provides expert training in delay and cost analysis using Oracle Primavera P6, a vital skill for construction professionals. Gain practical experience with a detailed case study of a residential building construction project, covering all aspects of project scheduling and analysis.

What you'll learn:

• Primavera P6 Project Setup: Master the fundamentals of setting up a project in P6, including creating the Electronic Project Schedule (EPS), Organizational Breakdown Structure (OBS), site-customized calendars, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), activities, relationships, and resource management. A detailed explanation of the Gantt Chart is included.
• Delay Analysis Techniques: Explore and understand various delay analysis techniques commonly used in construction, both theoretically and practically. Learn to identify the root causes of delays and their impact on project timelines.
• Practical Delay Analysis in P6: Apply delay analysis techniques within Oracle Primavera P6. This section includes hands-on application of:
  • As Planned vs. As Built Analysis
  • Impacted As Planned Analysis
  • Collapsed As Built Analysis
  • Time Impact Analysis (TIA)
• Cost Analysis of Delays: A unique aspect of this course! Learn how to analyze the cost impact of delays on resources using Primavera P6 – a skill rarely covered elsewhere.
• Reporting & Presentation: Generate and customize various reports from your analysis to effectively communicate findings to senior management and support informed decision-making.
• Real-World Application: Each concept is explained using real-world examples and linked to practical project scenarios, providing an industry-relevant learning experience. Avoids generic examples and focuses on practical application.

Course Structure:

• Section 1: Introduction: An overview of the course and different types of delays encountered in construction projects.
• Section 2: Residential Building Construction Project Setup: Step-by-step guidance on setting up and planning a residential building project in Primavera P6.
• Section 3: Delay & Cost Analysis – Theory & Practice: A detailed exploration of delay analysis techniques using a sample project, followed by practical application in P6.
• Section 4: Hotel Construction Assignment: A challenging assignment based on a hotel construction project, designed to consolidate all learned concepts. Includes a solution.
• Bonus: An additional video lecture on concurrent delay analysis for advanced learners.

By the end of this course, you'll be proficient in using Primavera P6 for scheduling, delay analysis, and cost analysis, enabling you to effectively manage project timelines and budgets.