Construction Planning and Scheduling with Primavera

Effective planning is the backbone of any successful construction project. This course introduces you to the core principles of construction scheduling and project control using Primavera. You will transition from understanding basic project management concepts to confidently structuring, scheduling, and tracking complex construction workflows. Through clear written explanations and practical scenarios, you will learn how to manage resources, mitigate risks, and collaborate effectively with stakeholders. What you'll learn: - Learn foundational project management terminology and construction planning concepts - Build a structured Work Breakdown Structure to organize project phases - Create realistic project schedules using critical path method principles - Assign and manage labor, materials, and equipment resources within your plan - Analyze project risks and track performance using modern earned value management metrics - Understand collaborative workflows and data integration with other enterprise systems The course begins with key definitions and foundational planning theories before guiding you through the practical steps of building, updating, and optimizing a construction schedule. This course is designed for beginners, aspiring construction planners, and project coordinators with no prior experience in Primavera. Start reading today to build a solid foundation in modern construction planning.