Primavera P6 Professional Project Management

Introduction

Primavera P6 represents an advanced project management software used extensively across various sectors such as construction, engineering, energy, and manufacturing. It provides a robust array of functionalities to assist project teams and managers in the planning, execution, and oversight of projects with precision.

In this training program, titled "Advanced Project Management with Primavera P6 Professional," participants will dive deep into the functionalities of Oracle Primavera P6 Professional. The curriculum covers detailed methodologies in earned value management, cost monitoring, and progress calculation techniques. Attendees will gain expertise in developing and interpreting Dashboard Reports to accurately convey the status of project milestones.

Course Objectives

Streamlined Project Execution: Equip participants with advanced planning and execution strategies to boost project output and operational productivity.
Enhanced Risk Mitigation: Trainees will learn techniques to proactively identify and address potential risks, promoting more reliable project outcomes.
Optimized Resource Deployment: This course sharpens skills in resource allocation, maximizing the effectiveness of both human and material resources.
Data-Driven Strategies: Participants will enhance their capabilities in utilizing sophisticated reporting and analytics tools to make informed, strategic decisions.
Market Competitiveness: Mastery of Primavera P6 enhances career prospects, providing participants with a distinct professional advantage.

Target Audience

Project managers aiming to refine their skills in project scheduling and resource management.
Engineers and project planners engaged in multifaceted project implementations.
Construction leaders who prioritize enhancing project timelines and minimizing disruptions.
Team leaders overseeing project orchestration and operational control.
Professionals focused on bolstering their strategic decision-making through analytical insights.

Course Outline

Day 1

MODULE 1: Project Management Essentials

Welcoming participants and outlining course goals
Exploring the PMBOK Guide (6th edition)
Overview of Project Management principles
Exploring the core domains of Project Management (Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring/Controlling, Closing)
Understanding the project management constraints (Scope, Time, Budget)
Interactive discussion and query session

MODULE 2: The Art of Planning and Scheduling

Exploring the Critical Path Method (CPM)
Techniques for estimating task durations
Methods to identify and address project delays
Hands-on critical path calculation
Introduction to Gantt charts and dependency relationships
Interactive discussion and query session

MODULE 3: Navigating Primavera’s Interface

Getting started with Primavera
Exploring Enterprise Project Structure (EPS) and Organizational Breakdown Structure (OBS)
Analyzing a demo project

Day 2

MODULE 4: Project Setup

Initiating a new project
Navigating project setup options
Managing project constraints and understanding Total Float
Configuring and managing calendars
Developing a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
Interactive discussion and query session

MODULE 5: Activity Planning and Project Scheduling

Understanding different activity types
Adding and managing project activities
Setting durations and dependencies
Exploring scheduling functionalities

Day 3

MODULE 6: Customizing and Optimizing Project Schedules

Personalizing project displays (bars, columns, timescales)
Techniques for grouping, sorting, and layout customization
Using filters in Primavera
Project reporting: print, export, and import functionalities

MODULE 7: Resource and Cost Management

Fundamentals of resource and expense management
Defining and managing various resource types
Resource assignment and analysis
Project budgeting and cash flow planning
Developing cost management visuals and S-curves
Interactive discussion and query session

Day 4

MODULE 8: Leveraging Advanced Project Management Tools

Utilizing and interpreting resource usage and allocation tools
Advanced resource and scheduling management techniques
Employing sophisticated project management functionalities (Global Changes, Activity Codes)
Comparing and analyzing project schedules