If a project seems at financial risk, it’s crucial to evaluate the project and focus on discussing the known risks, challenges and opportunities. Make sure to follow up and ensure the recovery plan is moving forward. 

In my last two columns, I wrote about six behaviors to build the foundation for quality labor plans and the four steps to adopting an iterative approach to the build plan process.

The conundrum is: Time is of the essence, and planning our work needs to happen quickly to get into a proactive stance on a large construction project.

Building a labor plan for a construction project often feels more complex than it should. 

) As major subcontractors, we have a voice in the process. We should use that voice to ensure we drive predictability into the schedule and help ensure success for our customers and teammates.