The PMCDP is critical to the success of DOE's captial asset project goals. FPD certification is mandatory for those persons formally appointed to manage, direct and execute projects in accordance with DOE Order 413.3B, Program and Project Management for the Acquisition of Capital Assets.
The PMCDP module establishes requirements for four certification levels that correspond to progressively more project responsibility and experience. Each level of FPD certification is cumulative, and persons certified under the PMCDP must attain a certification level commensurate with the following total project cost (TPC) thresholds:
Level IV: TPC exceeding $400 million (M)
Level III: TPC greater than $100M and equal to or less than $400M
Level II: TPC greater than $50M and equal to or less than $100M
Level I: TPC greater than $5M and equal to or less than $50M
As the PMCDP is compliant with FAC-P/PM requirements (except for IT capital asset projects), persons certified under the PMCDP receive a FAC-P/PM certification at the level commensurate with their PMCDP certification - see comparison chart below:
| FAC-P/PM Level | PMCDP Level |
|---|---|
| Entry-Level | Level I |
| Mid-Level | Level II |
| Senior-Level | Level III |