Checklist
Project Controls Setup Checklist
Purpose
Stand up a controls function on a new programme without leaving gaps that cost you later.
Who it’s for
Controls leads mobilising on a new project or programme.
When to use it
At mobilisation, or when taking over an under-controlled programme.
Key areas covered
- Baseline & schedule standards
- Progress & reporting rhythm
- Risk & change process
- Governance & escalation
- Tools & data
Related framework Integrity-Led Framework →
The foundations that decide whether the controls will be trusted later.
Foundations
- Controls operating model and responsibilities defined
- WBS and coding structure agreed and consistent with cost
- Systems and tools set up (P6, cost, reporting)
Schedule
- Baseline requirements and acceptance process defined
- Schedule quality standard adopted
- Progress measurement method agreed and unambiguous
Cost, change & risk
- Cost control and (if used) earned value approach established
- Change control process defined and understood by all parties
- Risk register and review cadence in place
Reporting & governance
- Reporting suite and cadence agreed
- Stage gates and decision rights defined
- Records and document-control discipline established from day one