Beyond Deadlines

Beyond Deadlines

By Micah Piippo and Greg LawtonBusinessManagement
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Beyond Deadlines episodes

  • Quick Fire Challenge: AI's Impact on Project Scheduling, Mastering Resource Load Strategies, Critical Path's Modern Relevance

    In this episode we have a quick fire question challenge.

    The Challenge

    Greg and Micah go back and forth on a variety of topics that include.


  • Resource loaded schedule or don't?
  • Critical path. Is it dead?
  • To get promoted, learn advanced analysis or interview skills?
  • Strengths or lags in your schedule?
  • How many schedules for one project?
  • Necessary activity codes in a schedule?
  • How concerned are you about AI in scheduling?

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    Beyond Deadline

    Specialized in empowering construction planners and schedulers worldwide, we offer rich content, advice, and tools to launch and boost your career in planning and scheduling. No degree? Transitioning? Seasoned expert? We're your resource. Forget about expensive certifications and out-of-date degrees. Access the future of planning with us.

    About Micah

    Micah, an Intel project leader and Google alumnus, champions next-gen planning and scheduling at both tech giants. Co-founder of Google's Computer Vision in Construction Team, he's saved projects millions via tech advancements. He writes two construction planning and scheduling newsletters and mentors the next generation of construction planners. He holds a M.Sc in Project Management, Saint Mary's University.

    About Greg

    Greg, an Astrophysicist turned project guru, managed £100M+ defense programs at BAE Systems (UK) and advised on international strategy. Now CEO at ⁠⁠Nodes and Links⁠⁠, he's revolutionizing projects with pioneering AI controls. Experience groundbreaking strategies with Greg’s expertise.

    Topics We Cover

    change management, communication, construction planning, construction, construction scheduling, creating teams, critical path method, cpm, culture, KPI, microsoft project, milestone tracking, oracle, p6, project planning, planning, planning engineer, pmp, portfolio management, predictability, presenting, primavera p6, project acceleration, project budgeting, project controls, project management, project planning, program management, resource allocation, risk management, schedule acceleration, scheduling, scope management, task sequencing.


    15 min
  • The Secret to Successful Team Expansion in Planning and Scheduling

    In this episode we dive into increasing a team size to meet project demand.

    The Challenge

    You are the VP of scheduling for a general contractor and need more people to satisfy the work that you've won on the books.

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    Beyond Deadline

    Specialized in empowering construction planners and schedulers worldwide, we offer rich content, advice, and tools to launch and boost your career in planning and scheduling. No degree? Transitioning? Seasoned expert? We're your resource. Forget about expensive certifications and out-of-date degrees. Access the future of planning with us.

    About Micah

    Micah, an Intel project leader and Google alumnus, champions next-gen planning and scheduling at both tech giants. Co-founder of Google's Computer Vision in Construction Team, he's saved projects millions via tech advancements. He writes two construction planning and scheduling newsletters and mentors the next generation of construction planners. He holds a M.Sc in Project Management, Saint Mary's University.

    About Greg

    Greg, an Astrophysicist turned project guru, managed £100M+ defense programs at BAE Systems (UK) and advised on international strategy. Now CEO at ⁠⁠Nodes and Links⁠⁠, he's revolutionizing projects with pioneering AI controls. Experience groundbreaking strategies with Greg’s expertise.

    Topics We Cover

    change management, communication, construction planning, construction, construction scheduling, creating teams, critical path method, cpm, culture, KPI, microsoft project, milestone tracking, oracle, p6, project planning, planning, planning engineer, pmp, portfolio management, predictability, presenting, primavera p6, project acceleration, project budgeting, project controls, project management, project planning, program management, resource allocation, risk management, schedule acceleration, scheduling, scope management, task sequencing.


    23 min
  • 10 Game-Changing Tactics for Planners and Schedulers Aiming for Senior Roles

    In this episode we dive into Promotion.


    Content to Help Get You Promoted

    How to Land a Top Scheduling Job: A Step by Step Guide

    Journey From Senior Scheduler to Vice President

    Junior Scheduler to $200K

    Construction Planning and Scheduler Resume for the Top 1% Jobs.

    The Ultimate Guide to Acing Your Next Construction Planning or Scheduling Interview.

    Subscribe to Beyond Deadlines Newsletter: Your Weekly Gateway to Exclusive Planning Strategies and Top Construction Job Picks.

    How to Become a Construction Scheduler

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    Beyond Deadline

    Specialized in empowering construction planners and schedulers worldwide, we offer rich content, advice, and tools to launch and boost your career in planning and scheduling. No degree? Transitioning? Seasoned expert? We're your resource. Forget about expensive certifications and out-of-date degrees. Access the future of planning with us.

    About Micah

    Micah, an Intel project leader and Google alumnus, champions next-gen planning and scheduling at both tech giants. Co-founder of Google's Computer Vision in Construction Team, he's saved projects millions via tech advancements. He writes two construction planning and scheduling newsletters and mentors the next generation of construction planners. He holds a M.Sc in Project Management, Saint Mary's University.

    About Greg

    Greg, an Astrophysicist turned project guru, managed £100M+ defense programs at BAE Systems (UK) and advised on international strategy. Now CEO at ⁠⁠Nodes and Links⁠⁠, he's revolutionizing projects with pioneering AI controls. Experience groundbreaking strategies with Greg’s expertise.

    Topics We Cover

    change management, communication, construction planning, construction, construction scheduling, creating teams, critical path method, cpm, culture, KPI, microsoft project, milestone tracking, oracle, p6, planning, planning engineer, pmp, portfolio management, predictability, presenting, primavera p6, project acceleration, project budgeting, project controls, project management, project planning, program management, resource allocation, risk management, schedule acceleration, scheduling, scope management, task sequencing.

    22 min
  • The Random Show | Reflections, Impact of AI, VC $, Evolution of Planning & Scheduling, Career Growth and Predictions

    In this episode we talk about random topics to close out the year.


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    Beyond Deadline

    Specialized in empowering construction planners and schedulers worldwide, we offer rich content, advice, and tools to launch and boost your career in planning and scheduling. No degree? Transitioning? Seasoned expert? We're your resource. Forget about expensive certifications and out-of-date degrees. Access the future of planning with us.

    About Micah

    Micah, an Intel project leader and Google alumnus, champions next-gen planning and scheduling at both tech giants. Co-founder of Google's Computer Vision in Construction Team, he's saved projects millions via tech advancements. He writes two construction planning and scheduling newsletters and mentors the next generation of construction planners. He holds a M.Sc in Project Management, Saint Mary's University.

    About Greg

    Greg, an Astrophysicist turned project guru, managed £100M+ defense programs at BAE Systems (UK) and advised on international strategy. Now CEO at ⁠⁠Nodes and Links⁠⁠, he's revolutionizing projects with pioneering AI controls. Experience groundbreaking strategies with Greg’s expertise.

    Topics We Cover

    change management, communication, construction planning, construction, construction scheduling, creating teams, critical path method, cpm, culture, KPI, microsoft project, milestone tracking, oracle, p6, planning, planning engineer, pmp, portfolio management, predictability, presenting, primavera p6, project acceleration, project budgeting, project controls, project management, project planning, program management, resource allocation, risk management, schedule acceleration, scheduling, scope management, task sequencing.

    36 min
  • Stop Boring Specifications

    In this episode we dive into Construction Planning and Scheduling Specifications

    The Challenge

    You are the Planning and Scheduling Manager at a major data center company. When you started, the company had an outdated schedule specification. One key aspect of improving delivery is updating the specification. How would you go about improving it?

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    Connect

    Follow ⁠⁠⁠Micah⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Greg⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠Beyond Deadlines⁠⁠ on LinkedIn.

    Beyond Deadline

    Specialized in empowering construction planners and schedulers worldwide, we offer rich content, advice, and tools to launch and boost your career in planning and scheduling. No degree? Transitioning? Seasoned expert? We're your resource. Forget about expensive certifications and out-of-date degrees. Access the future of planning with us.

    About Micah

    Micah, an Intel project leader and Google alumnus, champions next-gen planning and scheduling at both tech giants. Co-founder of Google's Computer Vision in Construction Team, he's saved projects millions via tech advancements. He writes two construction planning and scheduling newsletters and mentors the next generation of construction planners. He holds a M.Sc in Project Management, Saint Mary's University.

    About Greg

    Greg, an Astrophysicist turned project guru, managed £100M+ defense programs at BAE Systems (UK) and advised on international strategy. Now CEO at ⁠⁠Nodes and Links⁠⁠, he's revolutionizing projects with pioneering AI controls. Experience groundbreaking strategies with Greg’s expertise.

    Topics We Cover

    change management, communication, construction planning, construction, construction scheduling, creating teams, critical path method, cpm, culture, KPI, microsoft project, milestone tracking, oracle, p6, planning, planning engineer, pmp, portfolio management, predictability, presenting, primavera p6, project acceleration, project budgeting, project controls, project management, project planning, program management, resource allocation, risk management, schedule acceleration, scheduling, scope management, task sequencing.

    30 min
  • How to Stop a Bully

    In this episode we cover how to deal with a bully in the workplace.

    The Challenge

    You are a scheduler working on a large construction program. When you first started, you had a very good relationship with the senior project manager. Recently due to the use of your AI in planning and scheduling, you've caught the eye of many VPs. Since then, your relationship with the senior project manager has deteriorated. They often belittle you in groups and are starting to talk behind your back. How do you handle this situation?

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    How Bullying Manifests at Work — and How to Stop It

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    Beyond Deadline

    Specialized in empowering construction planners and schedulers worldwide, we offer rich content, advice, and tools to launch and boost your career in planning and scheduling. No degree? Transitioning? Seasoned expert? We're your resource. Forget about expensive certifications and out-of-date degrees. Access the future of planning with us.

    About Micah

    Micah, an Intel project leader and Google alumnus, champions next-gen planning and scheduling at both tech giants. Co-founder of Google's Computer Vision in Construction Team, he's saved projects millions via tech advancements. He writes two construction planning and scheduling newsletters and mentors the next generation of construction planners. He holds a M.Sc in Project Management, Saint Mary's University.

    About Greg

    Greg, an Astrophysicist turned project guru, managed £100M+ defense programs at BAE Systems (UK) and advised on international strategy. Now CEO at ⁠⁠Nodes and Links⁠⁠, he's revolutionizing projects with pioneering AI controls. Experience groundbreaking strategies with Greg’s expertise.

    Topics We Cover

    change management, communication, construction planning, construction scheduling, creating teams, critical path method, cpm, culture, KPI, microsoft project, milestone tracking, oracle, p6, planning, planning engineer, pmp, portfolio management, predictability, presenting, primavera p6, project acceleration, project budgeting, project controls, project management, project planning, program management, resource allocation, risk management, schedule acceleration, scheduling, scope management, task sequencing.

    29 min
  • Critical Chain: An overview on how to deliver projects on time.

    In this episode we dive into Critical Chain Planning and Scheduling strategies.

    The Challenge

    Critical Chain was developed in the 1990s by the infamous Eliyahu Goldratt who wrote The Goal: A Process of Ongoing Improvement.

    In this episode our guest Ian Heptinstall provides an overview of the strategy and how you can being to use it on your projects.

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    Beyond Deadline

    Specialized in empowering construction planners and schedulers worldwide, we offer rich content, advice, and tools to launch and boost your career in planning and scheduling. No degree? Transitioning? Seasoned expert? We're your resource. Forget about expensive certifications and out-of-date degrees. Access the future of planning with us.

    About Micah

    Micah, an Intel project leader and Google alumnus, champions next-gen planning and scheduling at both tech giants. Co-founder of Google's Computer Vision in Construction Team, he's saved projects millions via tech advancements. He writes two construction planning and scheduling newsletters and mentors the next generation of construction planners. He holds a M.Sc in Project Management, Saint Mary's University.

    About Greg

    Greg, an Astrophysicist turned project guru, managed £100M+ defense programs at BAE Systems (UK) and advised on international strategy. Now CEO at ⁠⁠Nodes and Links⁠⁠, he's revolutionizing projects with pioneering AI controls. Experience groundbreaking strategies with Greg’s expertise.

    Topics We Cover

    change management, communication, construction planning, construction scheduling, creating teams, critical path method, cpm, culture, KPI, microsoft project, milestone tracking, oracle, p6, planning, planning engineer, pmp, portfolio management, predictability, presenting, primavera p6, project acceleration, project budgeting, project controls, project management, project planning, program management, resource allocation, risk management, schedule acceleration, scheduling, scope management, task sequencing.

    30 min
  • Timeline Tapestry: Integrating Mega Project Schedules

    In this episode we dive into Schedule Integration.

    The Challenge

    You're a scheduler and have been asked to run an owners program with 10 General Contractors. All of the schedules need to be integrated into one single schedule. How do you do it?

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    Beyond Deadline

    Specialized in empowering construction planners and schedulers worldwide, we offer rich content, advice, and tools to launch and boost your career in planning and scheduling. No degree? Transitioning? Seasoned expert? We're your resource. Forget about expensive certifications and out-of-date degrees. Access the future of planning with us.

    About Micah

    Micah, an Intel project leader and Google alumnus, champions next-gen planning and scheduling at both tech giants. Co-founder of Google's Computer Vision in Construction Team, he's saved projects millions via tech advancements. He writes two construction planning and scheduling newsletters and mentors the next generation of construction planners. He holds a M.Sc in Project Management, Saint Mary's University.

    About Greg

    Greg, an Astrophysicist turned project guru, managed £100M+ defense programs at BAE Systems (UK) and advised on international strategy. Now CEO at ⁠⁠Nodes and Links⁠⁠, he's revolutionizing projects with pioneering AI controls. Experience groundbreaking strategies with Greg’s expertise.

    Topics We Cover

    change management, communication, construction planning, construction scheduling, creating teams, critical path method, cpm, culture, KPI, microsoft project, milestone tracking, oracle, p6, planning, planning engineer, pmp, portfolio management, predictability, presenting, primavera p6, project acceleration, project budgeting, project controls, project management, project planning, program management, resource allocation, risk management, schedule acceleration, scheduling, scope management, task sequencing.

    28 min
  • Breaking Through Baselines

    In this episode we dive into how to improve Construction Schedule Baselines.

    The Challenge

    You've been appointed as the director of planning integration at a construction firm with a history of schedule delays that seem to be the product of poor baseline schedule development. Your job is to fix this. How do you do it?

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    Beyond Deadlines

    Specialized in empowering construction planners and schedulers worldwide, we offer rich content, advice, and tools to launch and boost your career in planning and scheduling. No degree? Transitioning? Seasoned expert? We're your resource. Forget about expensive certifications and out-of-date degrees. Access the future of planning with us.

    About Micah

    Micah, an Intel project leader and Google alumnus, champions next-gen planning and scheduling at both tech giants. Co-founder of Google's Computer Vision in Construction Team, he's saved projects millions via tech advancements. He writes two construction planning and scheduling newsletters and mentors the next generation of construction planners. He holds a M.Sc in Project Management, Saint Mary's University.

    About Greg

    Greg, an Astrophysicist turned project guru, managed £100M+ defense programs at BAE Systems (UK) and advised on international strategy. Now CEO at ⁠⁠Nodes and Links⁠⁠, he's revolutionizing projects with pioneering AI controls. Experience groundbreaking strategies with Greg’s expertise.

    Topics We Cover

    change management, communication, construction planning, construction scheduling, creating teams, critical path method, cpm, culture, KPI, microsoft project, milestone tracking, oracle, p6, planning, planning engineer, pmp, portfolio management, predictability, presenting, primavera p6, project acceleration, project budgeting, project controls, project management, project planning, program management, resource allocation, risk management, schedule acceleration, scheduling, scope management, task sequencing.

    32 min
  • Efficiency Unleashed: Productized Services in Construction Planning and Scheduling

    In this episode we dive into creating Productized services in Construction Planning and Scheduling.

    The Challenge

    You've been asked to be the VP of Planning and Scheduling at a top consultancy. Traditionally, the company has provided people but there have been constraints on planning and scheduling talent. She wants you to figure out ways to do more with less. The CEO has tasked you specifically with creating a productized strategy for clients.

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    Beyond Deadlines

    Specialized in empowering construction planners and schedulers worldwide, we offer rich content, advice, and tools to launch and boost your career in planning and scheduling. No degree? Transitioning? Seasoned expert? We're your resource. Forget about expensive certifications and out-of-date degrees. Access the future of planning with us.

    About Micah

    Micah, an Intel project leader and Google alumnus, champions next-gen planning and scheduling at both tech giants. Co-founder of Google's Computer Vision in Construction Team, he's saved projects millions via tech advancements. He also writes two construction planning and scheduling newsletters. M.Sc in Project Management, Saint Mary's University.

    About Greg

    Greg, an Astrophysicist turned project guru, managed £100M+ defense programs at BAE Systems (UK) and advised on international strategy. Now CEO at Nodes and Links, he's revolutionizing projects with pioneering AI controls. Experience groundbreaking strategies with Greg’s expertise.

    Topics We Cover

    change management, communication, construction planning, construction scheduling, creating teams, critical path method, cpm, culture, KPI, microsoft project, milestone tracking, oracle, p6, planning, planning engineer, pmp, portfolio management, predictability, presenting, primavera p6, project acceleration, project budgeting, project controls, project management, project planning, program management, resource allocation, risk management, schedule acceleration, scheduling, scope management, task sequencing.

    33 min

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