Construction Secrets

The Hidden Trap in Every Construction Schedule (feat. Andy Alagappan)| Ep. 398


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If your construction schedule keeps slipping and your profit keeps bleeding, this episode is for you.


Our CEO, Raine Gerber, kicks off Season 2 of Construction Secrets with Andy Alagappan, Senior Planning Consultant and Delay Expert, to expose the hidden causes of project overruns and how to fix them.


Together they unpack:

  • Why bad programs destroy trust, cash flow, and margin

  • How to spot early warning signs before delay turns into dispute

  • The truth about float vs contingency

  • Practical tools to plan smarter, recover time, and stay profitable


“Time is way more valuable than money. You can make more money, but you can’t buy more time.”


Timestamps:

  • 00:00 – Welcome to Season 2

  • 01:20 – From Formula 1 Dreams to Construction Planning

  • 05:40 – The Silent Profit Killer: Poor Planning

  • 09:00 – Early Risk Detection & Forecasting

  • 10:20 – Time Is Way More Valuable Than Money

  • 12:50 – The Purpose of a Program

  • 15:40 – Float vs Contingency: Clearing the Confusion

  • 21:10 – Communication and Early Warnings

  • 37:20 – The Myth of the “Dark Arts” of Scheduling 

  • 56:00 – The Future of Planning: AI and iBOQ


Connect & Learn More

  • Quantum Contracts Website
  • Raine Gerber
  • Strategic Planning Website
  • Andy Alagappan


DISCLAIMER: The content of this podcast does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice, and can not be relied upon as such. You should seek legal advice or other professional advice in relation to any matters you or your business may have.


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