This article will discuss the advantages of planning using such elements of organizational and technological documentation as a calendar-network schedule for a more efficient process of managing the production of work during the implementation of an investment and construction project. Also, the main schemes of interaction between the general contractor and the subcontractor will be considered on the basis of key points of their interaction, such as the construction contract and especially the schedule for the construction and installation work. The article will outline the established and most common way of interaction in the Russian Federation, show its advantages and disadvantages, as well as a more progressive approach aimed at improving the relationship between commercial entities, construction organizations and customers.