Scheduling 101 - Reading and Building CPM Schedules Using Primavera P6
Reading and Building CPM Schedules Using Primavera P6
A Practical Introduction for AEC Professionals
A project schedule is more than a reporting tool — it is a contractual instrument that directly affects risk, performance, and project outcomes.
In this focused, in-person two and a half-hour session, participants will gain a practical introduction to reading, interpreting, and developing a Critical Path Method (CPM) schedule using Primavera P6 as the working platform.
Designed for architects, engineers, project managers, construction managers, facilities professionals, owners, OPMs, general contractors, and subcontractors, this program bridges the gap between schedule theory and real-world application.
Participants will examine:
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The structure and logic of CPM schedules
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How to identify the critical path and analyze float
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The contractual importance of a properly developed baseline schedule
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Common schedule weaknesses and coordination risks
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Foundational techniques for building a basic CPM schedule in Primavera P6
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Practical tips to improve schedule accuracy and reliability
Whether you review schedules as part of construction administration or actively manage project timelines, this session will strengthen your ability to evaluate schedule integrity and understand its contractual implications.
Instructors
Gene Torone - Gene Torone recently retired as President of SLAM Construction Services and a Design Build Institute of America Fellow (FDBIA). He brings over 40 years of experience planning and managing construction projects, including 27 years managing design-build projects.
John Hilf – Tucker Mechanical, Major Projects Group Manager – NY. As Major Projects Group Manager, John oversees customer care, project management, field operations, computer aided design (CAD) / Building Information Modeling (BIM), and prefabrication on major projects at Tucker Mechanical.
Thank You to our Sponsors
Registration Options
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Registration Options
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Member Registration
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$175.00 |
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Nonmember Registration
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$225.00 |
The Construction Institute is an AIA Registered Provider, CCM Recertification Point Provider and NYS approved sponsor of CE - NYS sponsor # 9040. Program attendees wishing to receive 2 AIA Continuing Education Learning Units and/or CCM Renewal Points should contact admin@construction.org.
Cancellation Policy
Please note our updated cancellation policy, reflective of venue and vendor deadlines. Cancellations must be made 10 business days prior to the start of the series in order to be eligible for a refund. If amount is outstanding, the entire amount will still be due to The Construction Institute. Substitutions may be made before the start date of any event. Events may be rescheduled due to severe weather. We reserve the right to cancel due to insufficient enrollment, in which case event fees will be refunded in full.
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Thursday, March 26, 2026
9:00-11:30am
Red Thread
55 Hartland St., 3rd Floor
East Hartford, CT 06108