Mastering the Schedule A Guide for Owners and Developers

What you'll learn
Identify early warning signs of project delays by reviewing contractor schedules for critical path shifts, float erosion, and logic flaws.
Implement a four-step notification strategy to escalate concerns with the contractor-informally at first, then formally-while preserving collaboration and profe
Conduct effective job walks and schedule review meetings by asking informed questions and documenting commitments that align with project milestones.
Understand and differentiate the types of project delays-excusable, non-excusable, compensable, and concurrent-and apply that knowledge to protect the owner's i
Requirements
No prior scheduling experience required.
No scheduling software needed-this course focuses on how to read and respond to schedules, not build them
Ideal for owners, developers, or project stakeholders who want to stay engaged without becoming a scheduler
A basic understanding of construction project roles and phases is helpful, but not necessary
Description
Most owners and developers do not realize they are losing control of their projects until delays hit and the contractor's schedule begins to slip. The problem is not always the schedule itself. It is often the lack of active, informed oversight.This course is designed for real estate owners, developers, owner's representatives, and other construction stakeholders who want to stay engaged in the schedule without needing to become scheduling experts.You will learn:How to recognize early signs of schedule failure or logic manipulationWhat to look for in monthly updates and jobsite walkthroughsWhen and how to raise concerns to the contractorHow to use documentation and notifications without damaging relationshipsThe types of delays and what they mean for time, money, and accountabilityWe will walk through a four-step notification strategy, show you how to use job walks to gather field intelligence, and teach you how to evaluate contractor updates using clear indicators of project health.By the end of the course, you will have a practical framework, useful tools, and examples you can apply on any project, whether large or small.No software required. No technical background necessary. Just a willingness to ask better questions and lead more effectively.
Who this course is for
This course is designed for real estate owners, developers, and project stakeholders who want to stay in control of construction timelines-without needing to become a professional scheduler.
You'll benefit from this course if you are: • An owner's representative or developer who needs to track project progress and hold contractors accountable without getting buried in technical details; • A property manager, asset manager, or lender responsible for overseeing construction timelines and draw schedules; • A general contractor or subcontractor looking to better understand the owner's perspective and improve schedule collaboration; • A construction executive, attorney, or consultant who wants a clearer framework for spotting schedule issues before they turn into legal disputes.
No scheduling software or prior scheduling experience is required-just a willingness to engage, ask the right questions, and apply what you learn in the field or meeting room.
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