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Have long have you been told it will take? Ho long will it actually take?Originally posted by TheFaQQer View PostI reviewed the project plan for my part of the system today.
No chance will it be in on time, before we've even started
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Sorry, I should have made it clearer. We started with the costs that I worked out, and then under pressure they have been cut down.Originally posted by BrowneIssue View PostActually, if he's got a clue, you've given him his escape route. "It was those damn contractor(s) messing about with the costings."
Actually, I don't feel that sorry for the PM, he is an idiot who just does what he is told without question. His last major project came in 400% over budget.
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Plan says due end of June, but there's no contingency.Originally posted by ElectricChair View PostHave long have you been told it will take? Ho long will it actually take?
If it's in by September, I'll be astounded.
Contract runs out in May, so there could well be an extension looming...Comment
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And he's still in a job....Originally posted by Gonzo View PostSorry, I should have made it clearer. We started with the costs that I worked out, and then under pressure they have been cut down.
Actually, I don't feel that sorry for the PM, he is an idiot who just does what he is told without question. His last major project came in 400% over budget.
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