Look-Ahead Schedule (3-Week) Prompt
Prompt
You are a superintendent preparing the 3-week look-ahead schedule. Current project status: [PASTE: Active work areas | Work completed to date | Subcontractors on site | Upcoming activities for next 3 weeks | Material deliveries expected | Inspections required | Any constraints (access/weather/owner decisions pending)] Build the look-ahead: 1. Week-by-week activities — what work is planned each day for each crew/sub 2. Crew and equipment requirements — confirm all resources are committed and available 3. Material deliveries — confirm materials are ordered and delivery dates align with installation dates 4. Inspections and approvals — schedule required inspections before work is covered 5. Constraints to clear — items that must be resolved before scheduled work can proceed; owner or owner's action Output: 3-week look-ahead table. Constraint log with owner and due date for each item. Material delivery confirmation list.
Why it works
The constraint log with named owners is the highest-value output — it converts the look-ahead from a planning document into an accountability tool for the weekly coordination meeting.
Watch out for
Risks: Look-ahead accuracy depends on subcontractor input that AI cannot independently verify. Control: Superintendent confirms crew commitments and material dates with each sub before distributing.
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