Strategic Project Management and Scheduling

This practical course is designed for residential builders, project managers, and site supervisors who need proven, repeatable systems to run projects on time and on budget. You will master the best practices for project initiation, detailed scheduling, communication, and control to minimize delays, reduce conflicts, and maximize site efficiency.

Jen Watkins

Instructional Designer

Course Overview

What You'll Learn

Students will gain a systematic approach to residential project management, moving from reactive problem-solving to proactive, planned execution that consistently delivers projects on time and preserves profitability.

Highlights

Initial self assessment Mobile-friendly lessons Unlimited quizzes

Features

Instant online course access Self-paced study on your schedule Excellent technical and instructor support

Curriculum

Course Content

Master proactive project management to deliver residential builds on time and protect profits.

Module 1: Project Initiation and Scope

The Pre-Construction Handoff

30 min.

Defining and Protecting Scope

30 min.

Setting Up Job Files and Systems

30 min.

Module 2: Advanced Scheduling Techniques

Critical Path Method (CPM)

30 min.

Gantt Charts and Scheduling Software

30 min.

Reverse Engineering the Schedule

30 min.

Module 3: Site Execution and Control

Subcontractor Vetting, Onboarding, and Accountability

30 min.

Managing Material Procurement and Lead Times

30 min.

Quality Control Checkpoints

30 min.

Module 4: Delays, Change Orders, and Project Recovery

Buffering, Float, and Schedule Risk

30 min.

Controlling and Documenting Change Orders

30 min.

When Projects Go Sideways - Recovery Strategies

30 min.

Pricing

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Complete Course Access

6 hours of online instruction Module quizzes to gauge your progress Certificate upon successful completion

One-time payment

$89.00

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