Elevate Construction

In this podcast we cover: Some of the difficulties people have with lean terminology. Why it doesn't matter as much as some think. What we should be focused on to really learn lean.    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: What is transparency. Why is it so important at work. What will a lack of transparency bring you?   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: · Lea...

In this podcast we cover: The two things that directors must know. How you know if you have someone who is playing savior.   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: · Lean...

In this podcast we cover: Why construction does not care about people. What we can do about it.   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: · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https...

In this podcast we cover: The 6 steps to quickly building your team. Exercises you can use immediately.   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: · LeanTakt YouTube Channe...

In this podcast we cover: How to take ownership for your career. How to show up for trainings. How to not show up.   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: · LeanTakt You...

In this podcast we cover: How to field conversations with team members. How to connect the team. How to stop playing savior.   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: · Le...

In this podcast we cover: Why worker huddles must be on every project. Why crew leader huddles are not for communicating to the project site. How you can ensure proper comunication streams through your project.   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 tell...

In this podcast we cover: Why we can choose to not respond to unlean processes. When lean transformations will not work. What is unethical and disshonest behavior.   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...

In this podcast we cover: What are feedback sessions in the field. Why do they matter? How does it help connect an organization?   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:...

In this podcast we cover: Why language and words matter. How we can speak to people to communcate our intent. The difference between a punishment and respect approach.   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, h...

In this podcast we cover: Why Takt is the central figure of all construction. Why field walks only work when you can see and measure the project status. Why you must being doing field walks now.   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 (Ma...

In this podcast we cover: Why you should always have the buffers at the end. Why you cannot and should not pad activities. Why you must have a material inventory buffer at the end of the supply chain.   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 frie...

In this podcast we cover: Why you cannot view schedules as plans only. How to have a growth mindset with scheduling.   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: · LeanTakt Y...

In this podcast episode Jason reads the following sections from Elevating Construction Foremen: Quality product. Pre-con meetings. First run studies. Mockups. Pre-fabrication. Standard work. Quality at the source. Finish as you go. We hope you have enjoyed this new content.  Please share with your Foremen on your projects. On we go!

In this podcast episode Jason reads the following sections from Elevating Construction Foremen: Creating stability. Clean, safe, and organized. Team balance. Managing delays. Holding start dates. Using the meeting system. We hope you have enjoyed this new content.  Please share with your Foremen on your projects. On we go!

In this podcast episode Jason reads the following sections from Elevating Construction Foremen: Crew Leader & Superintendent Communication Pre-stage Materails Prepare for the Next Task Communcate Handoffs Improve Survey & Layout Train Workers Logistics We hope you have enjoyed this new content.  Please share with your Foremen on your projects. On we go!

In this podcast episode Jason reads the following sections from Elevating Construction Foremen: Managing Production Optimizing Cycle Times Optimizing Zones Increasing Labor Productivity Reducing Variation We hope you have enjoyed this new content.  Please share with your Foremen on your projects. On we go!

In this podcast episode Jason reads the following sections from Elevating Construction Foremen: Leveling work Work from production rates Adjust Takt zones Adjusting work packages Adjusting labor counts Bringing materials JIT Adjust buffer amounts We hope you have enjoyed this new content.  Please share with your Foremen on your projects. On we go!

In this podcast episode Jason reads the following sections from Elevating Construction Foremen: Takt Steering & Control  Organized by zones The three Ms Roadblocks Constraints Zone Control We hope you have enjoyed this new content.  Please share with your Foremen on your projects. On we go!

In this podcast episode Jason reads the following sections from Elevating Construction Foremen: Part 2 - Production Principles Production Principles We hope you have enjoyed this new content.  Please share with your Foremen on your projects. On we go!

In this podcast episode Jason reads the following sections from Elevating Construction Foremen: Listening & asking questions Communcate for understanding Firefighters do not run into burning buildings Conclusion to Part 1 We hope you have enjoyed this new content.  Please share with your Foremen on your projects. On we go!

In this podcast episode Jason reads the following sections from Elevating Construction Foremen: Know your trade and stay current. Safety, cleanliness, and organization. Get a passion for lean and progress. We hope you have enjoyed this new content.  Please share with your Foremen on your projects. On we go!

In this podcast episode Jason reads the following sections from Elevating Construction Foremen: Crew Leaders as Roadblock Removers Put Down Your Tools Don't Escape to Home Depot We hope you have enjoyed this new content.  Please share with your Foremen on your projects. On we go!

In this podcast episode Jason reads the following sections from Elevating Construction Foremen: Crew leaders prepare work Workers need 6 things Crew leaders as trainers, mentors, and coaches We hope you have enjoyed this new content.  Please share with your Foremen on your projects. On we go!