APPLICATION OF PRECEDENCE DIAGRAMMING FOR PLANNING OF A LOCAL ROAD RECONSTRUCTION

Abstract

Planning is essentially a way of mentally presenting projects in the future, and it is implemented through the creation of models (graphical, mathematical, etc.) through which the behaviour of the future real project is simulated in a changing environment. It implies the implementation of analyses with included risk and uncertainty for correct decision-making during the implementation of projects. In modern construction, the realization of any more serious project cannot be imagined without the application of quality planning and management methods. Network models are an example of the most commonly used methods for planning of the implementation of complex and longterm projects. The most commonly used network models in construction are: Critical Path Method (CPM) and the PERT method (Project Evaluation and Review Technique). They are used for analysis of the project time duration, cost and resources. Both methods use a graphical representation of the project through an appropriately oriented network model composed of basic elements such as: activities, events, durations, costs, resources etc. This paper gives an example of the application of Precedence diagramming for planning of a local road reconstruction, as an easy approach for determination of the total time duration of the project that gives a clear overview of the technology of construction in accordance with the general and specific conditions of the project and its environment.