Construction Scheduling Terms
Scheduling terminology connects field progress, procurement, constraints, milestones, and contract completion dates.
Search intent
Use this page when reading schedule updates, lookahead plans, delay discussions, or milestone reports.
Common use cases
- Updating schedules
- Reviewing delays
- Managing constraints
- Planning field work
Terms in this collection
12 linked definitions.
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Critical Path | The critical path is the sequence of activities that controls the earliest possible project completion date. |
| CPM Schedule Critical Path Method Schedule | A CPM schedule is a schedule built with activity logic to identify the critical path and forecast project timing. |
| Float | Float is the amount of time an activity can move without delaying a defined schedule milestone or project completion. |
| Milestone | A milestone is a key date or event used to track important points in the project schedule. |
| Lookahead Schedule | A lookahead schedule is a short-term schedule showing upcoming work over the next few weeks. |
| Pull Planning | Pull planning is a collaborative scheduling method where teams plan backward from a milestone to define commitments and handoffs. |
| Constraint Log | A constraint log tracks issues that must be resolved before planned work can proceed. |
| Procurement Log | A procurement log tracks required materials, equipment, subcontracts, buyout status, lead times, and delivery dates. |
| Long-Lead Item | A long-lead item is a material or piece of equipment that requires a long time to purchase, fabricate, or deliver. |
| Master Schedule | A master schedule is the high-level schedule showing major phases, milestones, and overall project timing. |
| Milestone Schedule | A milestone schedule tracks major project dates and key completion points. |
| Extension of Time | An extension of time adds contract time or schedule duration because of an approved delay or change. |
Related collections
Construction Procurement TermsProcurement terms for RFPs, RFQs, ITBs, bid packages, buyout, purchase orders, and long-lead items.Construction Change Management TermsTerms used to identify, price, direct, approve, and record construction changes.Construction Administration TermsTerms used to manage RFIs, submittals, changes, meetings, field communication, and project records.