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~l r 1 r 1 r 1 ] r 1 J r 1 I I r t , I . I . 1 . . , , l J lJ Software such as MS Excel, Primavera Expedition will be used as the backbone of the cost control reporting functions. Cost control staff is responsible for the following essential functions: · Maintaining accurate records of progress payments · Storing and managing change order and claim related files · Reviewing cost estimates · Recording minutes during negotiation sessions · Updating and reporting the earned value and physical progress of each project component based on a schedule of values · Prepare "cost and comparison" variance reports and analyses · Prepare time-phased distributions of all cost accounts per project requirements · Update and maintain the electronic cost C. Schedule Control Schedule Control staff will develop, analyze and maintain schedules in support of the construction management team. The basic schedule control functions are the responsibility of a scheduler. He or she will use electronic software to collect, analyze, store and report on schedule related attributes of the project. The scheduler will: · Gather, analyze and distribute project schedule data · Maintain and update project master schedule · Prepare monthly progress reports · Analyze delay claims · Assist the core team with delay work around planning · Establish uniform Work Breakdown · Structures and Activity Codes for project schedules · Review contractor schedule updates The keys to a successful project are accurate schedules and cost estimates, along with concise project control. Because scheduling and project control work go hand in hand, it is necessary to evaluate each component before the project commences. Because some of the best opportunities for controlling projects occur before construction begins, accurate scheduling will yield good project control. CES City of Sunny Isles Beach Continuing Professional Architectural & Engineering Services RFQ 12-04-02 I 3 1