Level 3 Project Charter Template

Author(s): Barry Cousins , Travis Duncan , David Lee

Use this template to create a project charter for large, high-risk projects. It is designed to provide maximum visibility to the project sponsor and the stakeholders into the parameters of the project. Use this template for level 3 projects as defined in the Tailor Project Management Processes to Fit Your Projects blueprint.

This template includes:

  • Background and Overview
  • Project Purpose
  • Scope Definition
  • Key Stakeholders
  • Projected Schedule and Budget
  • Critical Success Factors
  • High-Level Risk Assessment
  • Project Governance
  • Project Roles and Responsibilities
  • Detailed Project Management Approach
  • Project Closure