PREFACE

Practical study plays a vital role in the field of education. It has been introduced for the student to get practical knowledge along with theoretical knowledge only bookish knowledge is not right way of learning anything especially for the management students. How management principals are implemented in business can only be known through practical study, students can be very well aware about industrial environment like problems, opportunity, different situation etc. this helps the student to have better understanding and also give them a chance to show their skills and ability.

The principal concern of this report is to reveal my learning of practical business scenario. In writing this report I have drawn vast amount of the information from various senior people and simultaneously supplemented by various other people, annual reports, letters, journals etc.

Here, I am presenting a project report on the Centaurus Deluxe Hotel construction project in Islamabad. I have tried my level best to do the proper justification with my work in this project.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

It was really difficult for me to complete the management research project without getting co-operation of certain people. In other words there are so many external people who directly or indirectly help me in my management research project.

I am also thankful to my Course instructor, Sir Ijaz who gives guideline to our group to do project management research and helped me by giving all the required information for a period. I am also thankful to my friends who help me and guide me.

Mariya khan MB-13-01

Mariyam Shabbir MB-13-13

Faiza Maqbool MB-13-36

Ali Gilani MB-13-34

Sidra Nasir MB-13-18

IntroductionThe Centaurus is a mixed-use development project currently under construction in Islamabad, Pakistan. The project involves over 6.59 acres of land in Islamabad's arterial corridor, called Blue Area.The complex is designed by Atkins, whose portfolio includes the Burj Al Arab and jumeirah beach hotel in Dubai, and the Bahrain World Trade Center in Bahrain. It is a project of the Pak Gulf Construction (Pvt) Ltd (PGCL) in Islamabad. Pak Gulf Construction Company is a joint venture between Al Tamimi (Saudi Arabia) and Sardar Builders (Pakistan).

The Centaurus comprises a high end deluxe Hotel, Corporate Complex, Two Residential Towers and International Standard Shopping Mall. Besides serving residential, commercial, and business purposes, the complex is intended to symbolize the growth of Pakistan, and to enable it to host international conferences and seminars in Pakistan's capital city.

The $350 million complex is planned to have a 37-story, 7 star deluxe hotel, with two 21-story residential towers, a 25story corporate office tower, and a 5-story shopping mall, which will cover an area of 300,000 sq ft. (28,000 m2), the mall will have a twin screen cinema and a food court. The complex will have a parking lot to accommodate over 2,000 vehicles. It is designed to withstand up to 9.5 magnitude earthquakes and is scheduled to be completed in 2010. The Centaurus is a living day wonder.

The Centaurus deluxe Hotel(The Finest in Luxury and Hospitality)A statement in style where unmatched comfort meets ultimate sophistication, the 5 Star Deluxe flagship hotel will redefine luxury, hospitality, and business travel in Islamabad. Located in the heart of the Capital City, Islamabad, The Centaurus Hotel has the finest shopping, business, and leisure right at its doorstep. Elegant and chic, this glamorous hotel offers guests a unique blend of traditional hospitality in the most contemporary and cosmopolitan environment.

A combination of outstanding facilities and superlative attention to detail makes the hotel a premier lifestyle destination for business and international travelers. The Centaurus Hotel will offer an extensive range of gourmet experiences, modern meeting and event venues, a signature Spa, a fully equipped Fitness Centre, chilled pools and indulgent amenities and services. The hotel is less than 20 minutes from Benazir Bhutto International Airport and easily accessible to several of Islamabad's key destinations. Experience the warmth of world class hospitality only at The Centaurus Hotel.

Accommodation:Discover the epitome of comfort in the tranquil sanctuary that is undeniably The Centaurus Hotel. Offering unparalleled panoramic views of the enchanting Margalla Hills and Islamabad City from the comfort of your room, coupled with top of the line furnishings and amenities, you will find all the essentials for an ultimate indulging experience. For the travelling executive, The Centaurus Hotel will put the world at your fingertips with additional privileges including access to business center facilities, evening tea and coffee, usage of meeting rooms and much more.

Dining and EntertainmentYou will soon embark on a voyage of culinary pleasures at collection of finest restaurants and grills with specialties ranging from all over the world. Exceptional shopping and entertainment facilities are a door step away at The Centaurus Mall. Conferences and EventsWhen it comes to meetings and corporate events, The Centaurus Hotel will boast a versatile range of fully equipped meeting rooms and banquet halls to accommodate events of all sizes, be it intimate functions, corporate conventions, or lavish weddings.

Project charter

Project Title Construction of 5 star hotelProject Sponsor (OPIC)Date Prepared 12/11/2015Project Manager Amina Nawaz .Ali ImranProject Customer VVIP class of Pakistan and foreigners

Explanation:

Project Purpose or JustificationIt has been observed that now a day more and more trend of hosteling has been found in twin cities. Hence it’s creating a business opportunity for many organization in near future its gone be a profitable business field, therefore we have selected a place blue area near OGDCL because there is not any five star hotel on this site and hence it is selected f as a site for constructing five star hotel.

Constructing five star hotelAs it is five star hotel the main elements are location, spacing, design, stories and classes (economy, VIP, VVIP) these are the division of classes or the way of customization. Blue area near OGDCL will be the location it has three stories with electronic security systems .the main focus should laid on the services, security, cookery, design and the main theme of hotel “make people feel luxurious”.

Project and Product RequirementsThis project require a huge funding, the mission is to stand in the regime of Marriot etc. For competing these we have to give something extra to our customer in the shape of good and convenient location, best attractive out look of hotel it refers to designing and hiring architect, latest technology installation for security etc.

Acceptance CriteriaThe acceptance criteria which are given is that all requirement should be fulfill which are the need of or which are the feature of five star hotel so that it can compete with other hotels in future.

Initial RisksDocumentation risks regarding the location of hotel, developing the team, for architecture designing, technological risk regarding installation of technology where to purchase, how to install, finding of technological expert.

Project Objectives Success Criteria Person ApprovingScope:For these project milestones is location, fulfilling technological need, security system, interior and exterior designing

Project manager will measure the performance by using AON, AOA and Gantt chart techniques

The name or position of the person that can sign off on the scope objective.

Time:

Activities Time required forcompletion (days) Starting time Ending time

Cost resources required

1. Initial work49

01/01/12 02/19/12 $100,000Establish requirements for 5 star hotel Islamabad projectModify requirements to meet project goal 59 02/19/12 04/18/12

Plan tasks 47 04/18/12 06/04/12Define mission critical tasks 43 06/04/12 07/17/12Plan duties 59 07/17/12 09/14/12Identify current resource available

39 09/14/12 10/23/12

2. SURVEY 35 10/23/12 11/27/12 $200,0003. Excavation 55 11/27/12 01/21/13 $400,0004. Buy material 39 01/21/13 03/01/13 $200,0005. foundation 49 03/01/13 04/19/13 $100,0006. Build outside Wall 39 04/19/13 05/28/13 $100,0007. Structure of building 259 05/28/13 02/11/14 $200,0008.Install interior plumbing 51 02/11/14 04/03/14 $100,0009.Install exterior plumbing 47 04/03/14 05/20/14 $100,00010. Install interior electrical 43 05/20/14 07/02/14 $200,000

Summary Milestones

Milestones Due date Lay out design 02/19/2012   Material 03/01/13(Cement, steel iron, wood) Machinery 04/18/12 Foundation 04/19/13 Floors 03/06/15Walls05/28/13Plumbing ,ceiling, lighting 05/20/14Services (lifts, heating, cooling, technological)Technological installationDoors installation 07/31/15

Staffing DecisionsProject manager will have authority to hire, fire and can take all necessary action which is needed.Budget Management and VarianceNo variance has been found till project ends. Technical DecisionsProject manager can take all Technical decision regarding construction by consulting with quality engineer and can take necessary action.Conflict ResolutionConflict resolution is very challenging job hence project mgr. will address in accordance with the supervisor of team.

Escalation Path for Authority LimitationsAny problem which occurs outside the authority of project manager in this case project manager will refer problem to line manager.

Project planningSponsors are On Jan 1, 2012, the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) and theGovernment of Pakistan concluded a memorandum of understanding pledging their mutual support for the construction of a 5-star international hotel in Islamabad, managed by OPIC President and CEO Dr. Ali Imran and Pakistani Minister of Foreign Affair Amna Nawaz signed the memorandum in a ceremony at Fuuast cafe. OPIC anticipates providing up to $5,000,000 in financing and political riskInsurance to theproject. The 200-room deluxe hotel will be made.Ali &co International Corporation will serve as the hotel operator.

Ali& co will provide technical services during the design and construction of the hotel, training and recruitment of the hotel staff prior to the hotel opening, and will manage the hotel after its opening. The project will also engage the services of three leading Turkish construction companies—Tepe Group, Yuksel, and Limak.The Contractors Construction and detailed design of the Centaurus is undertaken by the China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC) a Fortune Global 500 company that has quite successfully carried out over 3000 projects in 100 countries successfully. The China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC) is the largest construction firm and a mega international general contractor in the People's Republic of China. Façade Work Suppliers Safi YapiSistemleri A.S (Turkey) Interior And finishing ODEION (Turkey)

Technical DescriptionThis hotel building will accommodate the following facilities:

Lobby, café, bar, and administrative facilities 150-seat restaurant Deluxe single and double rooms Sports center Security building Infrastructure works include: Electrical wiring Sewage and wastewater system Gas pipes Plastic water pipes Centralized heating and hot water Power generator

Project SiteHotel will be built in Blue Area Islamabad.Project Status/TimelineThe construction phase will begin in the second half of 2012 and take approximately (Four years) to complete.

Equipment and ServicesThe consortium is especially interested in purchasing and importing required hotel Interior furnishings, fixtures, equipment, and security installations, which will likely include the following:

Headboards and mattress sets Chairs and sofas Desks and tables Audio visual equipment

Cooking appliance Mirrors and art Lamps and lighting fixtures Elevators Security systems (cameras, alarms, electronic and metal detectors, etc.) Gates and perimeter walls Curtain rails Balustrade Wine racks Fireplaces Plumbing Heating and ventilation Automated climate control system Computers and hospitality sector specific software (electronic booking and reservation systems) Gym equipment (weightlifting machines, etc.) Swimming pool design and equipment

Project FinancingOPIC anticipates providing up to $5,000,000 in financing and political risk insurance for the project. The remainder of the financing will be provided by private investors.

ConclusionProject team has successfully completed project of five star hotels. They desire to get full proof security system, furnishing, and fixtures.

Roles and ResponsibilitiesProject Committee consists of :

Construction manager and representatives of users affected by the project (middle management or higher)

Membership is about 5 people Approves the preliminary analysis report, architecture report,

implementation report and all other project deliverables Approves the project plan and the release plan Monitors project evolution through regular project reviews The management level user most directly concerned with the system

beingdeveloped Reports to the project committee Assigns the user personnel needed to support the development team in the

preparation of functional specifications and other work

Reviews the preliminary analysis report, the architecture report and the implementation report.

Approves the functional specifications and the definition of data elements and project

Project Manager A very dynamic and warmed with good management skills Reports to the project committee Heads the development team Builds the development team Co-ordinates the development, activities, and may participate in some of them i.e.

preliminary analysis Prepares the project plan and release plans and submits them to the project committee

for approval Approves the group plans Prepares the project reviews and presents them to the project committee Conducts progress reviews with the group leaders Conducts change management meetings Conducts meetings dealing with outstanding issues

Development Team:

Architecture Group

Responsible for developing the preliminary analysis deliverables Responsible for developing and updating all architecture deliverables Must define the mandate and initiate the work of each development group Provides all support needed by the development group Responsible for reviewing several development deliverables including: unit process functional specifications optimization of facets

Database Administration Group:

Administrative unit responsible for corporate level database administration Assigns database administrators to the project Responsible for physical data modelling dictionary entries, to ensure integrity of all

data

Computer Operations Group:

Administrative unit responsible for operating the organizations computer system Participates in production architecture (final phases)

Co-ordinates the use of data processing resources for production and development Assists the users

Management Support Services:

This assisted by two support groups:

The administrative support group and the control and organization support group

Assists the project manager in preparing the release plans Assists the development group leaders in preparing group plans Participates in progress review and in meetings relating to change

management outstanding issues Assists the project manager in identifying the project team’s organizational

needs Participates as needed in implementing solutions to project team needs i.e.

writing procedures, work methods, etc.

Administrative Support Group:

Responsible for providing the development team with administrative support Reports to the management support services group leader since most of the

work comes from this group

Control and Organization Support Group:

Made up of construction manager and site manager responsible for providing the development team with control and organization support.

When necessary, one member can be appointed the person responsible for the group

Reports to the management support services group since most of its work comes from this group.

Development Group:

Made up of a group leader, construction manager, site manager and use A multidisciplinary group whose mandate is to develop the deliverables

related to a set of functions in a particular release Responsible for the functional design and construction phases of the system

functions assigned to it Supports users and computer operations group during the implementation

phase

Construction manager:

Responsible for providing the following documentation items:

Description of project units Definition of project communication data Hostel specifications Production run specification Instructions Reviews construction components produced by site manager Supports site manager in project Supports functional analysts and users in functional tests, material tests and

implementation

Site manager:

Responsible for materials and components in project Responsible for unit tests Supports analysts and users in functional tests, site tests and implementation

Procedures and Methods Analyst:

Same as functional analyst but for manual unit processes.

Scope Definition

Establish requirements for 5 star hotel Islamabad project Identify current resources available Identify current materials available (if any) Modify requirements to meet project goal

Planning

Plan the effort required to complete system Plan work schedules Plan tasks Assign tasks to personnel Plan duties Assign duties to personnel Plan costs based on established requirements

Execution and Control

Implement plan to meet objectives Monitor progress on a regular basis Control tasks and work schedules through the WBS Alter work schedule when need arises

Investigate and resolve problems Report progress to management and stakeholders regularly

Review and Evaluation

Ensure products and plans are evaluated Access evaluation results and summarize Produce documentation on the complete project process.

Work break down structure

Explanation

5 Stars

1.1Place selection

1.1.1.1Blue Area 1.1.2Area 1.1.3Approval Govt of Pakistan international authority

1.2 Planning

1.2.1 Management Planning 1.2.2 Designing 1.2.3 Constriction 1.2.4 Floor 1.2.5 Cost

1.3 Material

1.3.1 Estimate 1.3.2 Supplier 1.3.3 contract 1.3.4 Quantity 1.3.4.1Brisk 1.3.4.2Mud 1.3.4.3Concrete 1.3.4.4sent 1.3.4.5wood 1.3.4.6 iron 1.3.4.7 glass 1.3.4.8 marble

1.4 Management

1.5 Security

Technical Description

Project site

The hotel will be built in Blue Area Islamabad.

Project Status/Timeline

The construction phase will begin in the second half of 2012 and take approximately 4 years to complete.

Headboards and mattress sets Chairs and sofas Desks and tables Audio visual equipment Refrigerators, stoves, and other appliances Mirrors and art Lamps and lighting fixtures Elevators Security systems (cameras, alarms, electronic and metal detectors, etc.) Gates and perimeter walls Curtain rails Balustrade Wine racks Fireplaces Plumbing Heating and ventilation Automated climate control system Computers and hospitality sector specific software (electronic booking and reservation systems) Gym equipment (weightlifting machines, etc.) Swimming pool design and equipment

Project Financing

• OPIC anticipates providing up to $5,000,000 in financing and political risk insurance for the project. The remainder of the financing will be provided by private investors.

Conclusion

Ali&co has completed project successfully. Customers of this hotel need full proof security system, luxurious furnishing, and

fixtures.

Definition of Specific Objectives

Purchase of new equipment and technology Design Database that provide and update project information Design Web Page , if necessary Design Control mechanism New improved salary and introduction of more motivators to attract and retain

efficient personnel Inputting information (Old Records to bring the database up to date) Implementation of Solution Installation (New technology like latest machinery)

Delivery of Solution

Training Staff Documentation

Activities Time required forcompletion (days) Starting time Ending time

Cost resources required

1. Initial work49

01/01/12 02/19/12 $100,000Establish requirements for 5 star hotel Islamabad projectModify requirements to meet project goal 59 02/19/12 04/18/12

Plan tasks 47 04/18/12 06/04/12Define mission critical tasks 43 06/04/12 07/17/12Plan duties 59 07/17/12 09/14/12Identify current resource available

39 09/14/12 10/23/12

2. SURVEY 35 10/23/12 11/27/12 $200,0003. Excavation 55 11/27/12 01/21/13 $400,0004. Buy material 39 01/21/13 03/01/13 $200,0005. foundation 49 03/01/13 04/19/13 $100,0006. Build outside Wall 39 04/19/13 05/28/13 $100,0007. Structure of building 259 05/28/13 02/11/14 $200,0008.Install interior plumbing 51 02/11/14 04/03/14 $100,0009.Install exterior plumbing 47 04/03/14 05/20/14 $100,00010. Install interior electrical 43 05/20/14 07/02/14 $200,000

ActivitiesTime required for completion

(days)Starting time Ending time

Cost resources required

1. Initial work59 07/02/14

08/30/14$1 00,000

12.install wallboard13. Install exterior sanding 69 08/30/14 11/07/14 $2 00,00014.Paint exterior 119 11/07/14 03/06/15 $1 00,00015.Install flooring 59 03/06/15 05/04/15 $1 00,00016.Paint interior 59 05/04/15 07/02/15 $2 00,00017.Install exterior doors 29 07/02/15 07/31/15 $1 00,00018.Install interior doors 39 07/31/15 09/08/15 $1 00,00019.Install roofing 29 09/08/15 10/07/15 $5 00,00020.Install equipments and interior furniture 65 10/07/15 12/11/15 $4 00,000

Resource Allocation Resource Schedules will be maintained in the MS Project Plan located in the project directory and maintained on daily basis. all project team members will report their activities to their team leader on a daily basis so information can be kept current. The MS project plan will be the only valid schedule. Budget Allocation Allocation of money will be handled by PM as needed to cover salary and material purchases. $5,000,000 will be allocated at beginning of project to cover the necessary material purchases and the following budget money will be allocated to cover work per day performed by project staff.

Schedule Control PlanIn order to better track the work completed Milestones are further broken down into small work. Control mechanisms are designed to measure the progress of work completed through comparisons of actual to planned progress based on weekly and monthly status reports. In accordance with the Reporting Plan. The schedule requires review and approval of the Change Control Board at the end of each phase of the project.

Budget Control PlanBaseline budget is documented in the Estimation Plan. Control mechanisms measure comparisons of actual to planned expenditures and the cost of inch pebbles completed and report expenditures as outlined in the Reporting Plan.

Quality Control Plan:

Quality control is an integral part of the project and it is controlled by the team of expert quality engineers. Construction engineer will head the all team members.

Reporting PlanThe Reporting Plan establishes standards for the frequency of reporting and the recipients of reports. By following the standards set forth in the plan, subjective decisions about reporting are eliminated, and any events causing delay in the project will be reported up the ranks reporting and Information.

Flow Matrix of information The Reporting and Information Flow Matrix below explains the standard schedule for meetings and reporting. Conditions are included for both the projects that are on schedule and for projects that are off-schedule based on reporting requirements or as perceived by the project manager to be at risk.

Status Action Weekly Monthly Quarterly

Take these actions when no risk events are present.

Status Meetings Project TeamMeetingPM Meeting

Committee Meeting

Upon request or as needed

Reports Inch pebbles completed previous cycle and Details of scheduled completions for next week.

Summary of standard reports

Summarized monthly reports due each quarter

Take these actions when risk events are present

Earned Value off baseline by 10% or any perceived risk present

Project Manager brings news to opic for appropriate action

Any report where Earned Value isoff baseline by15%

Project Executive Meeting Called. PM to meet with opic is briefed on project status.

Risk Management Plan

The purpose of the Risk Management Plan is to identify, analyze and rank risk Factors. Once factors have been identified then these will be analyzed for impact and consequences and ranked accordingly plans will be put in place for contingencies and tracking and control measures will be put in place. Risk management is an ongoing task, as influencing conditions a rarely stagnant during the course of the project.

Risk Identification

For the 5 star hotel blue area Islamabad Project we have identified two main areas of risk. The loss of key personnel, this could involve personnel being recruited to another employer or project, or the long-term illness of an individual. Funding could be withdrawn from the project due to other priorities.

Risk Analysis

The risks will be analyzed according to the ternary Level Model of risk. Loss of key personnel - Loss of key personal would prove too difficult to replace during the course of the project. This would severely affect the project schedule due to the small size of the team; loss of more than one member could put the whole project at risk. Given current market conditions for PM resources the likelihood of being recruited has diminished, but still can’t be ignored

Risk Planning

The highest risk to the project is the loss of a key member of the project team. Team members should be advised as to their critical role in the project's success and should be committed to the success of the project. Keeping the objective clear in everyone mind will be priority.

Risk Tracking

Miss. Amna Nawaz will be responsible for the Monitoring of the Likelihood of team members leaving the project. She will monitor market employment conditions and Team morale on a scale of 1-5 these values submitted to the project Manger prior to the weekly Status meeting and results will be track throughout the project.

Risk Control

If it becomes apparent that the factors that affect the loss of team members are on the rise, steps should be taken to ensure that team members remain committed to the project.

Problems Resolution Plan

This plan documents the Defect Resolution activities that will be used by the project team during the implementation construction of hotel for the tourist. This plan defines what will be put under Defect Resolution, who will be involved in the Defect Resolution process, and what procedures are to be used.

Objectives

Identify items to be used with the Defect Resolution plan and the scope of Defect Resolution activity on this project. Identify the roles and responsibilities of those involved in the Defect Resolution process.

Describe the processes and procedures to be used in resolving defects in this project. Scope

Controlled Items

Defect Resolution will be used on this project to handle defects or problems found in the 5 star hotel projects. The following documents are to be used in conjunction with the Defect Resolution Plan:

Technical Process Plan Configuration Management Plan 5 star hotel project Design Document Test Plan.

Defect Resolution Activities

Defect Resolution will work with the Team members to:

Ensure that any defects or problems that are found with project personnel, structure, and input material etc, is handled in the correct manner.

Ensure that defects are documented properly and filed with the Defect Resolution manager on a per issue basis.

Ensure that documented defects are re-tested and all associated modules are re-tested.

Defect Resolution Manager

The Defect Resolution Manager is responsible for handling all documented defects, working with project Team Members to ensure defect resolution and provide re-testing to affected modules.

Team Members

Team Members will ensure that all fixes are documented properly. Team Members will work with the Defect Resolution Manager to ensure that all fixes are implemented in the 5 star hotel Islamabad project and that all documents are updated prior to testing and final delivery of the 5 star hotel Islamabad project of construction of hostels.

Processes and Procedures

When a defect is encountered by the testing team the Testing Manager should document the issue and send the issue to the Defect Manager who will ensure that the Development team Manager is made aware of the defect so that his team can resolve the issue, once the resolution is implemented and documented the Development team Manager will send the resolution back to the Defect Manager.

Communication Plan

The project team will maintain a schedule of monthly meetings. All workgroup members, subgroup members, project owners and other who have expressed interest are included in the

CC list for meeting agendas and meeting notes. If a particular meeting is not needed, it will be cancelled. The workgroup chair/project manager will report progress to the following groups at their request:

Coordinating Committee Policy Board Advisory Council

Key stakeholder organizations will be kept abreast of the progress of the workgroup through their representatives on the workgroup. It is expected that workgroup members will provide presentations about the project at various venues. Individual task teams will work closely on a weekly or daily basis while completing specific tasks.

Issues Management

As issues arise within the project, each team will determine if the issue is significant enough to report it to the Project Manager. The Project Manager, in consultation with the Team Lead, will decide if the issue should be reported to the full Workgroup. If so, the collaborative work site will be used as a place to describe and track issues 

Project procurement management:

Procurement will be provided according to the need of project team. Material will be purchased by quality engineers and construction engineers. Process of procurement or purchasing will run in the same manner as project manager directs and also costing will be according to the mentioned cost in costing process

Closing of procurement:

All contracts will close out as project finishes on July 05, 2013. Proper document done and final report of procurement will presented by project

manager. Remaining material will properly handover to management.