I did a long overdue update to my course on construction project scheduling This covers everything from critical paths, short range planning and construction claims. I also added a few topics that I thought were missing from the previous version, like how to plan different trades like civil, mechanical, electrical, etc. Hope it helps!

Because the other thread got way too long, this is a new monthly thread for introducing yourself and any Q&A you have All the resources are in the classroom, but I have not done a good job structuring it, so feel free to ask if you are looking for anything Cheers Tim

The goal of project controls is to link planning and execution In my experience, project managers love to plan. It can almost be too much fun. I know I can sit for a day and build a massive gantt chart with a complex critical path But then you get to construction, your phone starts going off every 30 seconds. Everything else goes out the door and all you do is focus on building. You very quickly lose all the benefits of building the plan in the first place Project controls is the discipline that links planning with execution. it keeps your plans relevant and useful Check out this video that goes into detail about the fundamentals

Most people rely on one stream and call it security. It’s not, it’s dependency. You don’t need to quit your job. You need to layer a quiet income stream that works with what you already do. Your skills. Your time. Your network. All underused. The ones winning aren’t starting over they’re stacking smart, low-noise income channels beside their main income. So be honest… If your income stopped today, what would actually keep you afloat?

Interesting article by robotics & automation: https://roboticsandautomationnews.com/2026/02/19/6-ai-construction-estimating-software-tested-on-complex-project-accuracy/98967/ They tested several different AI estimating software and came back with results saying it was within 1.5% of a human quantity surveyor. I am pretty skeptical about how they did this Here is my analyiss: