Elevate Construction

In this final episode of our game changing series on production control, schedule control, and tact control, Jason Schroeder pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to manage and accelerate construction production without burnout, chaos, or endless rework. You'll discover:✅ Why bottlenecks not people are slowing you down✅ The secret to optimizing cycle times for steady, reliable progress✅ How to boost labor productivity without pushing crews to the brink✅ The #1 shift every superintendent needs to make: stop asking when start focusing on how✅ The hidden production laws that turn good projects into great ones If you're ready to stop fighting fires and start running projects that flow with consistency, quality, and speed, this is the episode you can't afford to miss. 🎧 Press play and let's Elevate Construction together! 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://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

🎯 Why "Just Throw More Manpower at It" Is Killing Your Projects 🎯 Too often, construction teams try to fix problems by tossing in more people and it fails. Every. Single. Time. In this game-changing episode of the Elevate Construction Podcast, we're breaking down:✅ The real difference between throwing manpower and swarming✅ Why quality at the source is the heartbeat of real production✅ How to finish as you go, create standard work, and leverage prefabrication to crush rework✅ Why production IS quality and how to finally align your team around that truth Stop the cycle of chaos. Start building it right the first time.🎧 Tune in now to learn how to install with a quality product because anything less is costing you time, money, and your team's sanity. 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://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

🚧 Is Your Project Stuck? It's Time to Master Roadblock Removal! 🚧 In construction, productivity dies where roadblocks live. We're diving deep into the art and science of Roadblock Removal the key to unlocking flow, boosting predictability, and keeping your tact plans on track. Discover:✅ The 6 essential components of a killer roadblock removal system✅ Why you shouldn't even talk about Percent Plan Complete until you master this✅ How tact planning helps you see, remove, and absorb roadblocks✅ The power of buffers, look-ahead schedules, and roadblock maps✅ How to build a team that's addicted to clearing the path every single day If you want your projects to move faster, smoother, and with less chaos this is the episode you can't afford to miss. 🎧 Listen now and take the next step toward building remarkable projects with remarkable people. 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://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

🎙 Production Control Series (Part 3): Stop Pushing Start Leveling: The Secret to True Productivity in Construction 🏗️ Tired of the old-school "just throw more people at the problem" approach when your project slips behind? It doesn't work and it never did. We unpack one of the most powerful yet overlooked keys to production control: Leveling Work. If you want steady progress, safer job sites, better morale, and faster results this is where it starts. 🔑 You'll discover:✔️ Why work spikes kill productivity and flow✔️ The 5 proven strategies to level your project's workload, workforce, and materials✔️ The difference between pushing harder vs creating capacity and why most teams get it wrong✔️ How to adjust tact zones, smooth manpower, and optimize material flow to keep your project humming Forget the frantic chaos. It's time to build smarter, not harder. 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://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

🎙 Production Control Series (Part 2): Why Stability is the Secret Weapon of High-Performing Projects 🏗️ Without stability, your project's production system is like a house built on sand shaky, unpredictable, and headed for trouble. We dive deep into the second pillar of production control and Creating Stability. This episode reveals why cleanliness, safety, organization, and a healthy team aren't just nice to have they're non-negotiable for controlling your schedule and keeping your project on track. 🔑 Key takeaways:✔️ Why cleanliness is the foundation of safety and flow✔️ How to build a balanced, high-performing team that doesn't burn out✔️ The truth about holding start dates (and why starting early can wreck your flow)✔️ The power of geographical control, daily huddles, and disciplined delay management✔️ How to stabilize your project using Takt, Scrum, or Last Planner Systems If you've ever struggled with projects that spiral out of control, this episode will give you the exact tools to regain control, create flow, and build with confidence. Also, here are links to our YouTube Channels: · Jason Schroeder YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

Production Control Unlocked: The Secrets to Building Flow on Your Jobsite This isn't just another Takt planning talk. We're diving into real world production control principles you can apply to any schedule, any project, any team to boost productivity and flow where it matters most: In this episode: ✅ The superintendent and foreman's crucial role in production control. ✅ Why finishing early doesn't mean starting the next thing faster. ✅ How to create stability, improve handoffs, and swarm problem areas. ✅ The meeting rhythm that makes Takt control work. Whether you're in construction leadership or on the front lines, this series will help you take control of your projects like never before. 🎧 Tune in, take notes, and let's build a smoother, smarter jobsite together. 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://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xpRYvrW5Op5Ckxs4vDGDg · LeanTakt YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/leanTakt · LeanSuper YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQDevqQP19L4LePuqma3Fg/featured · LeanSurvey YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Ztn3okFhyB_3p5nmMKnsw

In this podcast we cover: Why having more time on a project doesn't mean we are getting paid for it How you can approach time extensions Why you should always know the financial strategy of the 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 telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).

In this podcast we cover: How desire shapes action 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 are the consequences of not having psychological safety How can you create safe environments Why is it so important for teams to create these environments 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: Why WhatsApp is one of the best communication tools for teams 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: Why you should stop playing Tennis Why you should play football What it takes to be a leader on the 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 telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).

In this podcast we cover: Learn applied Resection Plan your Daily Tasks Learn applied leveling Learn level loops Learn layout basics 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 success O'Shea Builders has seen taking their lean journey Why starting with people is key to your breakthrough What order a company must follow to implement 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: The Ten Commandments of Change Orders 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: Stress is only harmful to your health if you believe it is. The stress paradox says that happiness and stress belong together. You can channel your stress into energy that boosts your performance. 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: Learn the math Learn to use the equipment Learn note keeping Learn Civil 3D or CAD Overcoming the Error in Basic Tasks 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: Being a Rodman/Technician Loading materials and preparing for work Personal preparedness, choosing tools Envisioning Work Orders Learn to read plans 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: The new Takt Miro board How you can use in in your career and on 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 telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).

In this podcast we cover: Why we have a problem in our industry Why people don't know it How realizing we have a problem is the key to fixing 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 😊).

In this podcast we cover: What diabetes is How overcommitting with our time is like being a life diabetic How we can be balanced and effective 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: Why writing skills will improve your career How you can approach learning good communication Why ignoring this will hurt your progress Questions: Are your emails professional? Are you proficient with writing? Are your messages too long? Are you communicating enough? Would a focus here help your career? 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: Why working hard is the most important fundamental principle How you can show up as a hard worker What you do after you have mastered that principle Questions and challenge: Are you running to your work? Do you understand the culture of work? Is your spouse understanding of your work? Are you adding more value than what you get paid? 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: Having a clear message Speaking with passion and volume Speaking often enough 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: Boot Camps Navy SEAL BUDS training Mindset Heaven Eternal Progress 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: The analogy of the moving walkways Adding your effort to the help The determining factor is the culture the strategy is deployed within 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: Why communication is so important in a team How you can change your mindset and better align with others Why siloed thinking is so destructive to teams 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: Getting in sync How trades can get into a flow Why it is important to schedules 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 we show up when we lack capacity What we miss out on when we are too busy Why it matters in relation to our performance 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: Look-ahead schedules Weekly work plans How to win with short interval planning 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: Why a 5 day takt time may not work How it prevents you from gaining buffers How if prevents you from eating into those buffers 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: Implementing in silos Knowing what you are good at Making decisions with the people on the ground who have the best input 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 😊). If you want to learn more we have: Certification Courses On Takt " Upcoming Events" A great podcast called "The Elevate Construction Podcast with Jason Schroeder" The leanTakt YouTube Channel dedicated to showcasing how to do takt and sharing. The leanTakt Website with tons more resources and content www.leanTakt.com The Takt Book "Takt Planning and Integrated Control" by Jason and Spencer Builder, Foreman, and Field Engineer Bootcamps " Upcoming Events" Further light and knowledge from our Expert counterparts in Germany Takt.ing If you need help with anything you can always reach out to either Jason Schroeder or Spencer Easton.

In this podcast we cover: Visual interfaces Mural Miro 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 😊). If you want to learn more we have: Certification Courses On Takt " Upcoming Events" A great podcast called "The Elevate Construction Podcast with Jason Schroeder" The leanTakt YouTube Channel dedicated to showcasing how to do takt and sharing. The leanTakt Website with tons more resources and content www.leanTakt.com The Takt Book "Takt Planning and Integrated Control" by Jason and Spencer Builder, Foreman, and Field Engineer Bootcamps " Upcoming Events" Further light and knowledge from our Expert counterparts in Germany Takt.ing If you need help with anything you can always reach out to either Jason Schroeder or Spencer Easton.

In this podcast we cover: Reflections on Takt as a governing flow production system What the industry must do to reverse the downward production trend How someone can get started on their lean journey with these concepts. 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: Why a schedule made separately is toilet paper Why Supers must plan the project with the PMs Why Super must update the schedule weekly and be in the schedule daily Questions and challenge: Are your Supers planning the jobs? Are your Supers maintaining the schedule? Are your Supers updating the schedule? Are your Supers in the schedule every day? 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: Professional conduct How it will affect your career Why it is important to evaluate Questions: How is your verbal conduct? How do you behave at work? Are you honest, and do you have integrity? Are you above reproach 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: Brainstorming the critical components of a system Reducing friction How you can apply this to your scaling and improvement efforts 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: The aggregation of marginal gains Why it may be better to improve all needed aspects by 1% instead of one things by 10% How we can know when we are lopsided 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: Life changing experiences when young people get to work in the field Why it is impactful to them and their careers How we can create flow and invite them into the ranks 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: Focusing on flow Focusing on team balance Ensuring you do not get distracted Questions and challenge: Are you clearing the path for work? Are you keeping the team balanced? Are you distracted in the thick of thin things? 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: Why cleanliness is so important How you can assess your performance How you can make a change to adopt clean practices Questions: What does your desk look like? What does your phone or computer look like? Are you clean in your thoughts and behavior? Are you trying to get better? Have you had your awakening moment? 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: Standard work The role of foremen How to prevent defective work from passing to the customer Questions: Do you have standard work? Are you teaching your people? 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: Dress and appearance How to prepare for your next promotion Questions: Are you dressing like you should? Are you being stubborn or careless with your appearance and dress Are you dressing for your next promotion 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: Being a guardian What being a guardian in construction really means 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: Keeping to do lists How to make it successful? Why it is important to your career? Questions: Do you have a successful to do list? Are you organizing waste and doing things that should not be done at all? Do you have a system you can rely upon? Is your mind open to inspiration and ideas? 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: Culture How story is key to culture How culture must focus on belonging Evaluation Questions: Are you creating a culture? Do you have a story? Is the path clear? Do you motivate people on the path, and leave people behind that are off? 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: Your focal point Why focus is key to success How you can leverage your time and resources Implementation Questions: What should you do more of? What should you do less of? What should you stop doing? What should you start doing? Are you willing to make this change? 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: Letters of appreciation Giving a dog a good name Why it is important to relationships to show appreciation Questions and challenge: Are you showing appreciation? Have you sent an appreciation email recently? What would happen with relationships if you did? What would happen to you if you did? How would you feel that day? 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 desire drives progress How you can transmute desire to action How action bring to pass the vision of your life Ask yourself these questions: What is your purpose? What do you want? Do you want it bad enough to go get it? Are you blaming someone else? Are you studying to get where you want to go? What massive action are you taking to get this 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 deal with difficult customers How to find the win-win What methods must be in place to win on a 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 telling a friend (Maybe even two 😊).

In this podcast we cover: The importance of visualization The levels of good visualization How to engage with trades and professionals to really make work ready 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 😊).