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Critical path experts for high risk builds
Construction Scheduler & Project Controls
Shutdowns and fast data center builds live or die on the critical path, and most shutdowns miss their targets. AAAT3 provides schedulers who build accurate baselines and update look-aheads every week.
- Critical path schedule
- Three week look-ahead
- Manpower curves
- Delay recovery plans
- AACE RP 29R-03
By the numbers
The cost of missing targets and delays
Refiners and chemical plants that missed their planned shutdown targets
Reuters Events survey, 2017Megaprojects that finish at least 40% late
McKinsey Global Institute, 2015Average length of a U.S. nuclear refueling outage in 2024, down from 38 days in 2023
EIA, 2024What’s included
Critical path schedules and controls
Our schedulers keep the timeline on target for outages, turnarounds and fast data center builds.
Baseline and critical path
We build the master schedule and track the activities that define your project finish date.
- Critical path analysis for delays
- Baseline schedule documentation
- Three week look ahead plans
- Progress tracking against targets
Manpower and resource curves
Our experts map labor needs to match the work front across all trades.
- Resource allocation by trade
- Labor curve forecasting
- Workforce gap analysis
- Shift planning for outages
Delay records and recovery
We document every impact and create a plan to get the project back on track.
- Impact log of delays
- Recovery schedule creation
- Change order tracking
- Baseline restoration plans
Project management and consulting
Construction Scheduler & Project Controls
We build live schedules, manage shutdowns and recover delays for tight deadlines.
Critical path schedule creation
We set the baseline and track the critical path so you see which activities drive your finish date.
Best for: Owners and prime contractors managing megaprojectsThree week look-ahead
We forecast upcoming work with trades so you know what is coming next.
Best for: Project managers needing a clear view of next stepsManpower and resource curves
We plot staff needs over time to keep the workforce balanced and ready.
Best for: General contractors planning shifts and hiresDelay records tracking
We log every delay event to show exactly what happened on site.
Best for: Contractors who may need to prove a delayRecovery plan development
We design a new schedule when the project falls behind its target date.
Best for: Turnarounds and fast data center builds under pressureSchedule forensic analysis
We use AACE RP 29R-03 to find the root cause of missed targets.
Best for: PMOs investigating why a shutdown went off trackHow it works
Build and track the critical path
Baseline plan
Set the official schedule for the project.
Critical path
Identify the longest line of tasks.
Trade look ahead
Plan forward with the workers.
Manpower curves
Track crew counts and resource needs.
Delay records
Log issues and plan for recovery.
Final report
Submit progress updates to leadership.
Rule of thumb: update the schedule every week from field counts, not from what the trades hope to finish.
Ways to work with us
Pick the level of support you need
Start small with a review, put a qualified person on site, or hand us the whole program. Every option is priced to your scope.
Quick start
Program review package
An expert looks at your current schedule and processes.
- Baseline check
- Trade look ahead review
- Manpower curve analysis
- Delay log audit
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On-site support package
We provide a scheduler who works with your team daily.
- Critical path updates
- Trade look ahead
- Crew count tracking
- Weekly progress reports
Full program
Full management package
We handle the schedule and recovery plans for you.
- Baseline creation
- Continuous look ahead
- Recovery plan writing
- Owner reporting
What you get
Deliverables
Critical path schedule
A live plan showing the longest task line.
Trade look ahead
Detailed plan for upcoming trades and tasks.
Manpower curves
Graphs showing crew counts over time.
Delay records
Logs of issues with recovery steps included.
Progress report
Weekly updates on schedule and budget.
Resource plan
Schedule for all equipment and staff.
Standards
Codes and standards we work to
Scheduling
2- AACE RP 29R-03
Forensic schedule analysisIndustry
- PMI PMBOK Guide
Project management body of knowledgeIndustry
Federal work
1- USACE CQM
Construction quality managementFederal
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Where we do this work
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Common questions
How do we keep track of the main path that controls our project timeline?
We build a critical path schedule that matches your baseline plan. We update this plan weekly to show exactly where delays will hurt your finish date.
What happens if specific trades are not ready for the next week?
Our scheduler creates a three week look-ahead so you see bottlenecks before they stop progress. This helps us adjust manpower curves to keep the schedule on track.
Can AAAT3 manage our project controls team?
Yes. We provide qualified schedulers and project controllers who handle all daily planning and reporting needs. They work full time, part time or remotely depending on your site requirements.
What do we do when a major delay occurs that threatens the deadline?
We immediately document the delay record and create a recovery plan to get back on schedule. The scheduler updates all look-aheads based on these new plans.
Which standards must our scheduling follow for federal projects?
On federal work we follow the schedule rules in your contract specifications and use PMI PMBOK Guide methods. For delay analysis we apply AACE RP 29R-03.
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