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These steps could be easily implemented at a reasonable cost; besides, the problem could prove to be a false alarm when Phase 1 is completed and the appropriation estimate and firmplan of action are prepared. Inthe meantime, the breakdown of theconstructionhours by disciplines provided with the conceptual estimate enables the Project Manager to refine, with theaidofthescheduling guidelines in Fig.9.1, thestaffingrequirementsand prepare a firm plan for contracting the construction work. This can be done easily by first laying out the duration of the various construction activities over the estimated 10-month construction duration period in the sequence indicated in Fig. 9.1. The estimated hours for each activity are then distributed over their corresponding durations andtotaled, as illustrated in Fig. 9.2, to draw the projected construction staffing and progress curves. The staffing curve peak is 115 versus the 135 estimatedwith the rules of thumb in theconceptual estimate. The preliminary execution plan must then be analyzed to determine its compatibility with the realities of local weather conditions, plant production schedules, and other constraints specific tothe project.

Project Specific Durations

The durationsdeveloped so far represent an average for "normal" project execution and mustbeadjusted to reflect specificconditions,mostlyweather andplant operations. Weather: Excavation and concrete work in freezing weather can be very expensive and should be avoided. In some instances the construction site may have to be shut down during the winter months. Outdoor mechanical work in rainy a n d o r extremely cold weather could be asafetyhazardandshouldberestrictedunless temporarysheltering is provided. Operating Restrictions:
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When plant shutdowns are involved construction durations are dependent on the production schedules.

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Construction work in active operating areas, if at all allowed, usually must be performed with limited crews at a low productivity level and its duration will extend well beyond "normal."