A project management plan is a formal document that defines every phase of how a project is initiated, planned, executed, monitored and controlled, and closed out. It may be a summary or a detailed document and may include such tools as a management plans, a timeline, budget information and other planning documents. See our Resources section to find out more about the five phases of project management.
Most church projects have a goal, a timeline, a budget, and a team of people to do the work. As such, applying the concept of project management in a parish has the potential to provide some important benefits. Project management practitioners frequently cite the following guidance for using this concept.
- Reduces the chance of a project failing
- Ensures project quality and that results meet requirements and expectations
- Allows volunteers to serve in various areas of ministry and increase efficiency both with the project and within the parish
- Encourages consistent communications among church staff and the project team
- Keeps costs, time of completion, and resources on a budget
The Department of Property and Assets relies on project management principles when performing much of our work, particularly in real estate advisory services, risk management, and preventive maintenance. We encourage parishes to incorporate this methodology into their operations.
Pastors, please refer to the Resources section in the portal for the Archdiocesan requirements relating to project management.
