Abstract

Building traditional wooden stilt houses in Samarinda often encounters issues with time efficiency and project implementation, mainly caused by insufficient planning, dependence on local workers, and less-than-ideal material procurement. This study investigates project management control in such construction activities by applying the Critical Path Method (CPM) to improve implementation efficiency. A library research approach and secondary data analysis, based on the project’s time schedule, were utilized. By applying both forward and backward pass techniques, the analysis was able to determine the project’s critical path and assess the total float for each individual activity. The results indicated that 14 out of 15 tasks were classified as critical, significantly influencing the overall project duration. As a result of applying CPM, the project timeline was reduced from the initially planned 188 days to 172 days, leading to a 16-day time saving. Systematic scheduling and early identification of critical activities enabled more effective allocation of time and resources. Additionally, non-critical tasks were scheduled concurrently, preventing delays in the overall workflow. These findings demonstrate that CPM is an effective tool for managing small-scale housing projects, contributing to improved productivity and project continuity. Moreover, the method supports project managers in prioritizing tasks, making timely decisions, and ensuring the successful delivery of construction projects within limited resources.