Elevate Construction

The “How” of Preconstruction Success If you’ve ever wondered how to turn a proposal into a win, this is your blueprint. In this episode, I walk you through the exact steps for planning a project in preconstruction, from setting the vision and defining success, to creating attack plans, zone maps, logistics strategies, and stunning 3D visuals that wow clients. Learn why starting with the end in mind (right-to-left planning) changes everything, how to identify and solve the client’s top three problems before they even ask, and why the OPER role is the key to keeping your proposal team on track. Whether you’re chasing your next big project or refining your preconstruction playbook, this conversation will give you a complete, field-tested system to win work and set your team up for success, before the first shovel hits the ground.   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

From Blueprint to Breakthrough Ever wondered why some projects run like clockwork while others derail? In this episode, I reveal the secret to turning preparation into flawless execution, shifting from “who eats the cake” to “how we make the cake.” Learn the proven production system that increases profits, cuts project durations, and transforms your construction experience. Discover why hitting 80% or more on your system scores changes everything, and how a holistic approach beats piecemeal fixes every single time. We’re not just talking theory; these are strategies that work in the field, every time, everywhere. If you want the recipe for building success in pre-construction (and beyond), this is the one to listen to.   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

The Meetings That Keep Construction Flowing   Behind every successful project is a system of meetings that keep the team aligned, resources flowing, and roadblocks out of the way. In this episode, I break down the First Planner meetings that make the Trade Partner Preparation Process work, the Team Weekly Tactical, the Strategic Planning & Procurement meeting, and the Team Daily Huddle. Learn how these sessions balance workloads, align procurement with the production plan, and create the capacity to support trades in the field. You’ll see how the First Planner System “sandwiches” the Last Planner System to give foremen and crews everything they need to succeed. If you’ve ever wondered how to run meetings that actually create time instead of wasting it, this is your playbook for building flow on your job site, week after week, day after 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 😊).   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

Who Eats the Cake? Setting Trades Up for Success In this episode, we step into the crucial “who” stage of the Trade Partner Preparation Process, where planning meets execution and your trade partners get everything they need to build successfully. I’ll walk you through the six essential steps, from the buyout meeting to the final inspection, that ensure trades are aligned, prepared, and delivering quality work from day one. You’ll learn how to: ✅ Structure meetings so expectations are clear and deliverables are met ✅ Use inspections to maintain quality at every stage of installation ✅ Build buy-in so trades see safety, quality, and flow as shared goals Whether you call it a QC plan or a quality process, this system transforms project outcomes, reduces rework, and keeps teams working in sync. If you want your trades to show up ready, deliver with excellence, and leave the site on a high note, this is the blueprint you need.   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

From Blueprint to Breakthrough: The Systems That Keep Your Project in Rhythm Discover how Takt Planning, Takt Steering & Control, and the Last Planner System work together to transform preconstruction planning into on-site execution. This episode reveals the exact framework to align your team, supply chain, culture, and training so your crews get everything they need, when they need it and keep the project moving even when challenges hit. If you want flow, clarity, and unstoppable momentum on your jobsite, this is your playbook. We’re breaking down how to prevent silos, keep departments working toward one goal, and empower foremen with the right tools from day one. Plus, you’ll learn how to anticipate delays, steer around roadblocks, and maintain rhythm no matter what the project throws your way.   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

The Missing Link in Your Construction Success? Training. Even with great culture, systems, and leadership, projects fail when teams aren’t trained to deliver consistently. In this short but powerful episode, I share exactly how to equip your supers and foremen with the skills, mindset, and clarity they need to keep your project running like a well-oiled machine. You’ll learn the must-have training steps, the risk of skipping them, and how to score your own team’s readiness today.   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

The #1 Thing That Makes or Breaks Your Jobsite And It’s Not What You Think Before you can have flow, collaboration, or high performance, you need one thing: a site that’s clean, safe, and organized. In this episode, I reveal the 6s and 9 Wastes frameworks we use to create operational stability, enforce zero tolerance for unsafe conditions, and build a safety culture that actually sticks. Learn why cleanliness comes before safety, how to enforce standards without losing buy-in, and the simple daily habits that turn chaos into flow. If you want a jobsite where problems are visible, waste is eliminated, and everyone goes home safe, this is your blueprint. 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

First Impressions Build Your Jobsite Culture, Here’s How to Nail Them Within seven seconds, every new worker decides how they feel about your project and that judgment sticks. In this episode, I show you how to design an orientation and onboarding process that wins hearts and minds before the first shift even starts. From clean restrooms and clear signage to daily huddles and late-trade integration, you’ll get the exact steps to turn “just another site” into a place where people feel valued, informed, and ready to excel. This isn’t about checking a box, it’s about building a culture of respect and performance from day one.   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

Want Better Quality, Safer Sites, and Higher Morale? Win Over Your Workforce First. You can’t build a great project on a disengaged crew. In this episode, I reveal the practical, culture-driven strategies to earn worker trust, loyalty, and excellence on your jobsite from daily huddles to BBQs, from restroom upgrades to thoughtful scheduling. This isn’t “fluff.” This is how you directly impact safety, productivity, and quality, while building a crew that’s proud to have your logo on their hard hat.   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

From Chaos to Control: The Logistics Playbook Every Builder Needs Materials moved nine times before use? Crews waiting on deliveries? That’s not bad luck, that’s bad logistics. In this blog, I break down the six essential logistics plans that keep projects flowing, deliveries on point, and staging areas organized. Discover how to turn your jobsite into a model of efficiency where every movement has a purpose and every operator, foreman, and crew member knows exactly what to do next.   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