Make your reporting structure more efficient.
by Gregg M. Schoppman
Thursday, January 3, 2013

It is important to notice the delegation of control in a well-run organization. Most projects can be described as horizontal in nature with a project manager and superintendent facilitating the needs of anywhere from 16 to 30 trade contractors and suppliers. Structures such as the one illustrated here aim to limit the number of direct reports while allowing phase-specific foremen the opportunity to lead and manage smaller sectors of the project.


Gregg M. Schoppman is a consultant with FMI, management consultants and investment bankers for the construction industry. Schoppman specializes in the areas of productivity and project management. He also leads FMI’s project management consulting practice. Prior to joining FMI, Schoppman served as a senior project manager for a general contracting firm in central Florida. He has completed complex construction projects in the medical, pharmaceutical, office, heavy civil, industrial, manufacturing and multi-family markets. Furthermore, Schoppman has expertise in numerous contract delivery methods as well as knowledge of many geographical markets. For more information, visit www.fminet.com or email Gregg Schoppman at gschoppman@fminet.com.