Project Management in the Public Buildings Service (PBS)

1.  Purpose.

This Order establishes policy governing the use of project management principles, as well as the assignment of project managers to Public Buildings Service (PBS) projects as defined below in the Order’s Part 5.b. Applicable Projects. The Order is supplemented by the latest versions of the PBS (global) Project Management Practice Guide, Project Intake Guide, PBS Service Principles, and PBS Way Protocols. Additional information can be found in the Project Management Guide, Leasing Desk Guide, and Design Excellence: Policies and Procedures.

2.  Background.

Facility, space and other/non-space projects require significant investment of GSA resources, and represent long-term commitments to our partner agencies. To a large extent, they also embody the vision and values of the Federal Government in local communities. Excellence in project management ensures that these projects best serve the long-term interests of Government, GSA customers, local stakeholders, and American taxpayers overall.

3.  Scope & applicability.

This Order applies to all PBS offices, particularly PBS project management business lines (e.g., the Office of Design and Construction (ODC), and the National Office of Leasing (NOL) and other applicable offices).  It encompasses project managers (PMs) at all levels.  

PBS offices are expected to implement the policies, authorities, responsibilities, functions, and procedures established herein immediately and completely.

4.  Cancellation.

GSA Order, PBS 3425.12A, dated August 21, 1990 is cancelled.