Elevate Construction

In this podcast we cover: How you are the implementor that matters. Why not resisting change is your superpower. Why we need change-makers like you. Are you resisting change or driving it? In this episode, I break down why our industry needs everyday heroes more than ever. I share why people naturally fight change, how you can overcome resistance, and why you are the miracle construction has been...

In this podcast we cover: How your schedule is already behind. How most owners and reps act like professional babies. What if some of the biggest challenges in construction aren't technical at all but behavioral? In this episode, I dive into the concept of "professional babies," owners, reps, and contractors who act like toddlers when projects don't go their way. You'll hear why CPM scheduling is...

In this podcast we cover: Why seeing things on one page is magic. What things have been reduced to one page to enable human capacity? In this episode, I share a breakthrough perspective on why seeing everything on one page transforms the way we lead projects. I reflect on feedback from industry professionals who are scaling Takt across dozens of jobs, and I dive into how tools like A3s, lift drawi...

In this podcast we cover: How smaller companies schedule their work. Other tips that can help for smaller more variable projects. In this episode, I answer a listener's question about how to schedule small residential renovation projects when CPM and Gantt charts keep failing. These projects may be smaller in budget and scope, but they involve multiple trades that must be coordinated effectively....

In this podcast we cover: Why it is a great idea to spend time as a super. What you will learn there. In this episode, I share some inspiring listener feedback and a powerful book recommendation on employee engagement. I also dive into two important questions. First, I explain why CPM schedules fall short and why takt planning is the only true foundation for creating 4D schedules that connect to r...

In this podcast we cover: How to implement in a CPM job. What to do to scale and advertise the success. In this episode, I respond to a listener's questions about incorporating takt planning into a large project still guided by CPM. I explain why CPM consistently fails to deliver reliable results and how takt creates real flow and predictability in construction. I walk through practical steps for...

In this podcast we cover: Information for JIT, Supply, and Procurement. In this episode, I close out my reflections on the book Built to Fail and dive into some of the most powerful lessons it offers. From the challenges of modular construction to the importance of just-in-time material management, I explore what the industry gets right and where it falls short. I break down why accepting extreme...

In this podcast we cover: How to manage a project that is constantly changing. How to lead your team and create focus. In this episode, I sit down for a live problem-solving session with a construction leader facing a project buried in ASIs, RFIs, and constant design changes. What started as a one-year build stretched into nearly two years, leaving the team searching for a way to maintain momentum...

In this podcast we cover: New sections from the book. Why schedulers have no business making plans. Why CPM schedules fail. In this episode, I open up about milestones, insights, and challenges shaping both our industry and our lives. From celebrating a 50 percent women workforce milestone to reflecting on lessons from Taylor Swift's Miss Americana, I explore why equality and fairness matter more...

In this podcast we cover: Multi-train Takt plans. Other Flow Units. Why AWP will still fail. In this episode, I share clarifications on Lean and reflect on the misconceptions holding back our industry. I talk about why I do not believe any company has yet reached the level of being a true Lean organization and outline the principles we must embrace to move forward: shedding our egos, never stoppin...

In this podcast we cover: Respect for people. Respect for Resources. Respect for Owners. Respect for Ourselves. In this episode I share a deeper perspective on respect in construction. Respect is more than politeness, it is a framework for how we treat people, manage resources, handle customers, and care for ourselves. I discuss lessons from Lean construction, reflections on team size, and real fe...

In this podcast we cover: How to assemble a great team. Why you should get good at not being good. In this episode I share two vital lessons for project managers. First, the importance of building loyal and connected teams that share trust and experience. Second, the need to avoid getting stuck in unhelpful routines and instead embrace the discomfort of learning and change. Together these practice...

In this podcast we cover: Why people make excuses about not implementing lean. It is not just how people are in your area. Showcasing how any size job anywhere can be operationally excellent.   If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe...

In this podcast we cover: Why win/ lose scenarios do not work. Reflections on boot camp.   If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).   Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https...

In this podcast we cover: How lean is not easy. How lean is Eustress and waste is distress. Why it's worth the effort.   If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).   Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Sc...

In this podcast we cover: How to scale within capacity. How to make sure you get past the PNR. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).   Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: h...

In this podcast we cover: Why most project management techniques are worthless. The difference between players and commentators. The difference between admin and getting s#^* done. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊)...

In this podcast we cover: How to provide feedback. Getting the right tools. How to dig.   If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).   Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https:...

In this podcast we cover: Relationship based Supers. Large scale Supers. Why they are both valuable.   If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).   Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Ch...

In this podcast we cover:  What your implementation should mean to you and the industry.   If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).   Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https...

In this podcast we cover: How to make production systems. The key focuses. The leverage points. The three relationships. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).   Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Sc...

In this podcast we cover: Why admin became a focus. Why this myopic view began creating conflict and waste.   If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).   Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder You...

In this podcast we cover: The stages of era 1. Squeezing workers vs. analyzing processes. Administration vs. production. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).   Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Sc...

In this podcast we cover: The current status of the industry. The eras of progression. If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).   Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://w...

In this podcast we cover: Why you need to know about roadblocks. Different ways to get them from trades.   If you like the Elevate Construction podcast, please subscribe for free and you'll never miss an episode.  And if you really like the Elevate Construction podcast, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).   Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTub...