Elevate Construction

In this podcast we cover: Why we should always prevent. Don't start fast, prepare fast. Don't wait for anything to start planning. This episode explores why prevention always outperforms reaction. Instead of rushing into projects and scrambling to keep up, learn how preparing early creates flow, stability, and confidence. Jason shares how clear planning allows leaders to walk on site with focus in...

In this podcast we cover: When you force CPM, you hancuff the team. In this episode I share why forcing CPM schedules actually undermines construction projects instead of protecting them I explain how CPM creates rigid and unusable plans that disconnect field teams from leadership. I also highlight why production based methods like Takt and true Last Planner drive better results and create the flo...

In this podcast we cover: What to do when you find key information. In this episode I share one of the most powerful habits for construction leaders. It is the simple act of asking who needs to know and where it goes every time important information surfaces. I walk through why storing knowledge in your own head is not enough and how using planning documents and systems creates clarity for the ent...

In this podcast we cover: What is the IPCS™️? How can you use the framework to diagnose projects? In this episode I explore how the Integrated Production Control System acts like a doctor for construction projects. Just like a medical professional uses tests and data to prescribe preventative steps, builders can use IPCS to spot weak points, strengthen systems, and keep projects healthy. I share h...

In this podcast we cover: Advice for lean implementers. The right order to the 8 wastes. What if we've been looking at waste all wrong? In this powerful conversation with Adam "Beanie" Bean, we break down why unused potential, not overproduction, is the true root waste holding back our industry. Beanie shares his journey from apprentice boilermaker to project leader, how lessons from his father an...

In this podcast we cover: Respect for people, respect with Takt, and respect by focusing on production. Oskar is excited to talk about how the industry can become more industrialized without hurting workers' well-being—in fact, finding ways to improve it. In this thought-provoking episode with Nicholas Van Den Heuvel, we dig into the patterns that shape our lives and the reps that create mastery....

In this podcast we cover: How to properly develop people. In this inspiring conversation with Thomas Arns, we explore creativity, curiosity, and the idea of life as a path rather than a destination. Thomas challenges the notion that creativity belongs to a select few, showing instead how it can be practiced daily. We dive into the power of lifelong learning, the cycle of teaching to retain knowled...

The Final Piece of the Puzzle After hundreds of episodes and an entire book series on TACT planning, steering, and control this is the conclusion you don't want to miss. In this episode of the Elevate Construction Podcast , Jason Schroeder wraps up the TACT Steering and Control Book with a focus on continuous improvement, quality, and the systems that actually elevate construction . You'll learn:...

The Framework Every Construction Leader Needs On today's Elevate Construction Podcast , Jason Schroeder pulls back the curtain on the five accountability systems that separate average projects from remarkable ones. From zero tolerance safety standards to contractor grading and team health scores, you'll learn how to create a culture where every trade performs at their best together . Here's what y...

How to Recover Without Derailing Your Project Delays happen even on the best-run projects. The real question is, how do you handle them without wrecking flow, burning out crews, or spiraling into chaos? In this episode of the Elevate Construction Podcast , Jason Schroeder reveals practical strategies for managing delays inside a Takt production system. From protecting trade flow to rezoning activi...

The Meeting That Makes or Breaks Your Day Most construction projects stumble not because crews don't work hard but because the office and field aren't aligned . The fix? A powerful Team Huddle that connects supers, PMs, engineers, and the field to remove roadblocks before they kill flow. In this episode of the Elevate Construction Podcast , Jason Schroeder unpacks how to run a daily team huddle th...

The Secret to Flow on Your Jobsite In this episode of the Elevate Construction Podcast , Jason Schroeder breaks down how zone managers, supers, and foremen can take charge of flow walking zones with purpose, finishing work in real time, and preparing ahead so handoffs never fail. You'll learn: ✅ The 3 types of zone walks every superintendent must master. ✅ How to spot and eliminate waste, uneven...

Stop Wasting Time Start Winning with Crew Preparation Huddles Most construction crews show up, grab tools, and jump straight into work but without a clear, structured huddle, the day can quickly spiral into confusion, delays, and safety risks. In this episode of the Elevate Construction Podcast , Jason Schroeder breaks down the Crew Preparation Huddle a simple but powerful system that transforms h...

Unlock the secret to operational excellence on your construction site with the Morning Worker Huddle! In this episode, Jason Schroeder dives deep into the transformative power of daily huddles where supers, foremen, PEs, FEs, and crews come together to connect, align, and plan for success. Discover how starting your day with positive shoutouts, clear communication, and two-minute cultural training...

Ever feel like your daily huddles are a waste of time? The truth is, when done right, the afternoon foreman huddle is one of the most powerful tools you have to drive flow, eliminate chaos, and set crews up for success. In this episode of the Elevate Construction Podcast, Jason Schroeder breaks down the exact structure of the daily afternoon foreman huddle when to hold it, what to cover, and how t...

Make Work Ready, Remove Roadblocks, and Drive Flow Too many projects stumble because work isn't truly ready. In this episode of the Elevate Construction Podcast, Jason Schroeder takes you deep into the final steps of running the Trade Partner Weekly Tactical from six week look heads to clearing roadblocks and driving flow on site. Discover how to: ✅ Use a six week make ready look ahead to spot an...

How to Run the Most Important Meeting in Construction Most projects fail not because of bad intentions but because work isn't ready. The Trade Partner Weekly Tactical is where flow is either created or destroyed. In this episode of the Elevate Construction Podcast, Jason Schroeder breaks down how to run this critical meeting the right way. From shout-outs that build culture, to lightning rounds th...

Real Solutions That Actually Work Every construction project hits road blocks, materials delayed, trades out of sync, weather disruptions, and broken plans. But here's the truth, pushing harder, piling on resources, or drowning in CPM baselines won't save you. In this episode of the Elevate Construction Podcast, Jason Schroeder unpacks practical, battle tested strategies to eliminate constraints a...

How to Spot Problems Before They Derail Your Project Meetings don't have to be a waste of time, they can be your most powerful tool to keep projects on track. In this episode, Jason Schroeder reveals how the right meeting system, backed by Identify Discuss Solve (IDS), transforms chaos into clarity. From weekly tacticals to foreman huddles, discover how structured meetings uncover roadblocks early...

Why It's a Construction Cult We Need to Escape In this no holds barred episode, Jason Schroeder unleashes his rawest rant yet on why CPM (Critical Path Method) is holding the construction industry hostage. From the "illusion of control" to the "sacred spreadsheet" rituals and the blind faith in Gantt charts, Jason breaks down the cult-like practices that keep projects stuck in chaos, fear, and fai...

The Biggest Roadblocks Holding Construction Back What's the biggest constraint in construction? It's not weather, missing materials, or even failed inspections, it's fear. Fear of saying no to an owner. Fear of holding people accountable. Fear of stepping away from outdated systems like CPM that keep projects stuck in stop and go chaos. In this episode of the Elevate Construction Podcast, Jason Sc...

Roadblocks Are Stopping Your Project Construction projects rarely fail because of one big disaster they fail because of dozens of small, predictable roadblocks that pile up and kill flow. In this episode of the Elevate Construction Podcast, Jason Schroeder breaks down the most common roadblocks you'll face on site from bad weather and failed inspections to missing resources, poor planning, and sit...

Are Roadblocks Killing Your Project Flow? In this episode of the Elevate Construction Podcast, we're diving deep into the critical skill of roadblock removal a make or break factor in keeping projects on track. Using a powerful "train of trades" analogy, Jason unpacks how foremen, supers, and planners can clear the path, prepare zones, and keep crews moving without costly slowdowns. You'll discove...

Stop Rushing, Start Building Flow In this episode of the Elevate Construction Podcast, Jason Schroeder breaks down the hidden productivity killers that are sabotaging your projects; pushing, rushing, and panicking. He explains why these bad habits destroy focus, decision making, communication, morale, and trust and how they create a culture of fear that drives good people away. But that's not all....

Master the Rules of Takt Steering & Control If you've ever struggled with too many trades in one zone, stacked crews, or chaos on your schedule, this episode of the Elevate Construction Podcast is for you. Jason Schroeder breaks down the rules of Takt steering and control the guardrails that keep flow, balance, and productivity intact. You'll learn why: ✅ Diagonal trade flow is non-negotiable ✅...