Integrated Scheduling and Resource Planning for Airport Terminal Construction: A Case Study

Abstract

Efficient scheduling and resource planning are critical for airport terminal construction projects, where complexity arises from multistakeholder coordination, phased construction, and operational continuity. This paper presents an integrated methodology combining Critical Path Method (CPM), Linear Scheduling Method (LSM), and resource-leveling techniques to optimize scheduling and resource deployment. Drawing on pre-2017 literature, we explore simulation-enhanced planning, GIS-based visualization, and real-world aviation infrastructure case studies. A case study approach illustrates how CPM identifies key activity sequences, while LSM ensures continuous resource utilization for repetitive terminal construction tasks. Resource leveling smooths demand peaks to avoid bottlenecks. We highlight how Shanghai Airports adopted integrated scheduling across construction–operation phases, ensuring uninterrupted service during terminal upgrades, aligning milestones with operational readiness, and leveraging Building Information Modeling (BIM) for handover. A spatial scheduling model using GIS allows planners to visualize time– space interactions and improve schedule comprehension. The integrated approach enables improved coordination, minimized disruptions, and optimized resource flows. However, challenges include data granularity, model complexity, and integration across tools. Overall, this framework offers airport project managers a resilient, realistic approach to navigate the particular constraints of terminal construction. airport terminal construction.