Job Summary:
We are looking for a knowledgeable and experienced Primavera P6 Trainer to conduct professional training sessions, focusing on both basic and advanced project management techniques. The trainer will play a key role in enhancing participants' skills in project planning, scheduling, resource management, and reporting using Primavera P6.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver structured Primavera P6 training sessions, ensuring a practical, hands-on learning experience.
- Guide participants through project setup, activity management, resource allocation, and cost tracking.
- Teach advanced scheduling techniques, project monitoring, and troubleshooting best practices.
- Provide real-world case studies and practical applications to reinforce learning.
- Evaluate participants’ progress and offer constructive feedback.
Additional Information:
For a detailed overview of the course content and specific training modules, please refer to the attached course outline;
Course Overview:
This comprehensive course is designed to provide participants with both foundational and advanced skills in project management using Primavera P6 Professional. Through practical exercises, case studies, and expert guidance, participants will gain proficiency in project planning, scheduling, resource management, and reporting.
Course Objectives:
- Master the Primavera P6 interface and workspace.
- Understand project setup, scheduling, and resource allocation.
- Apply advanced scheduling techniques and analyze project performance.
- Manage project costs and budgets using Earned Value Management (EVM).
- Generate and customize project reports and dashboards.
Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to Primavera P6
- Overview of Primavera P6
- Interface and Navigation
- Understanding the P6 Workspace
- Project Types: Enterprise vs. Standalone
- Access Rights and Permissions
Module 2: Creating and Managing Projects
- Project Setup: Creating and Defining Projects
- Setting Project Parameters: Start/Finish Dates, Calendars, etc.
- Project Codes and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- Project Calendar Setup
- Creating and Managing Baselines
Module 3: Activities and Task Management
- Defining Activities and Task Information
- Organizing Activities within WBS
- Adding and Scheduling Activities
- Activity Durations, Constraints, and Dependencies
- Creating and Managing Milestones
Module 4: Scheduling and Planning
- Scheduling Techniques: Critical Path Method (CPM), Gantt Chart
- Applying Constraints: Hard vs. Soft Constraints
- Task Dependencies: Predecessors and Successors
- Resource and Cost Loading
- Critical Path Analysis and Float Calculation
- Updating and Monitoring Project Progress
Module 5: Resource Management
- Defining and Adding Resources: Labor, Materials, Equipment
- Assigning Resources to Activities
- Resource Levels, Histograms, and Utilization
- Managing Resource Constraints and Overages
- Creating and Managing Resource Calendars
Module 6: Cost Management
- Cost Assignments to Activities
- Managing Project Budgets and Tracking Costs
- Earned Value Management (EVM) Techniques
- Updating Cost Information
Module 7: Project Tracking and Monitoring
- Updating Project Status: Progress Updates, % Complete
- Earned Value Reporting
- Identifying and Managing Delays
- Variance Analysis: Schedule and Cost
- Tracking Project Milestones and Deliverables
Module 8: Reporting and Documentation
- Generating Standard Reports: Activity and Resource Reports
- Customizing Reports and Layouts
- Dashboards and Key Performance Indicator (KPI) Monitoring
Module 9: Advanced Scheduling Techniques
- Resource Leveling and Allocation Strategies
- Advanced Calendar Setup: Multiple Shifts, Non-working Days
- Lag and Lead Time Management
- Time-Scaled Logic Diagrams
- Advanced Use of Constraints
Module 10: Collaborative Features and Multi-User Environment
- Overview of Primavera P6 EPPM
- Multi-User Environment and Database Management
- Data Sharing and Integration with MS Project, Excel, ERP
- Role-Based Permissions and Security
- Project Portfolio Management (PPM)
Module 11: Troubleshooting and Best Practices
- Troubleshooting Common Issues
- Resolving Schedule Conflicts
- Best Practices for Effective Project Scheduling and Resource Management
- Conducting Data Integrity and Project Health Checks
Module 12: Exporting and Integrating Primavera P6 with Other Systems
- Printing Gantt Charts and Schedules
- Exporting Data to Various Formats (Excel, PDF, CSV)
- Importing Data from Excel and MS Project
- Integration with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems
Module 13: Case Studies and Practical Applications
- Real-World Applications and Case Studies
- Hands-On Project Setup and Management
- Analyzing and Improving Project Schedules
Primavera P6 Professional Training: Course Summary
This course covers the fundamentals and advanced features of Primavera P6 Professional, focusing on project setup, work breakdown structures, and activity management. Participants will learn scheduling techniques, resource and cost management, and project tracking. The course also emphasizes reporting, advanced scheduling strategies, multi-user collaboration, and integration with other systems. Practical case studies and hands-on exercises provide real-world applications, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of project management best practices.
