The process of preparing a master plan is the first step in the implementation of any long-range building program. The master plan becomes the foundation for coordinating and managing design and construction activities in the program.

The goals and objectives of the master planning process are to:

• Define a realistically achievable work scope that is in line with the client's desired functional needs and meets all applicable regulations and environmental priorities.
• Develop a master program schedule that will indicate the sequence of work on a site-by site basis. Issues such as construction logistics, transitional housing, funding limitations and contracting strategies for each project will be addressed. A cash flow analysis will also be incorporated into the master program schedule to forecast timing and amount of funds required to support the program.
• Provide program and project budgets which will include all construction costs as well as "soft" costs, such as design fees, staffing, permits contingencies and escalation for each project within the program.
• Develop a management plan outline which will provide the structure for the ongoing management structure and control of the project.

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