Agile & Lean for Construction Managers: Build Fast & Smart

Name: Agile & Lean for Construction Managers: Build Fast & Smart
Rating: 4.7 (27 reviews)

Bring modern project delivery methods to your construction site — tools, techniques, and real-world examples.

Created byTim Fairley

Last updated 1/2026

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What you'll learn

Launch and grow your project management career
Learn the new way to manage projects
Understand what agile and lean are
Understand the core principles of agile
Learn what types of projects suit agile
Agile frameworks and methodologies
Agile project lifecycle and iterations
Agile project roles and responsibilities
Agile project risk management and adaptability
Can (and how) agile works in construction
Lean construction
How to fix design management
Designing to the cost plan
Last planner
Overcoming challenges and resistance to Agile

Course content

4 sections • 20 lectures • 1h 54m total length

Introduction2:09
Apply agile project management principles to construction projects by exploring core concepts, theory, and real-world tools like lean construction and the last planner system, with PMP-style practice questions.
What is Agile Project Management?7:59
Learn how agile project management replaces upfront planning with iterative delivery, short iterations, and continuous stakeholder feedback to deliver value quickly in fast-changing industries like construction.
Core Principles And Values Of Agile7:54
Apply agile as a framework that values individuals and interactions, delivers working solutions in short iterations with stakeholder feedback, and welcomes change to maximize value through retrospectives.
Agile Explained Simply4:45
Discover agile project management by defining vision and requirements, building a prioritized backlog, and planning in short sprints with daily stand-ups. Review feedback and reflect in retrospectives to improve.
What Types Of Projects Are Best Suited To Agile7:49
Apply the VUCA framework—volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity—to identify projects best suited for agile in construction, and embrace hybrid approaches where needed.

Section 2 - Introduction0:37
Explore the fundamental theory of agile project management, covering frameworks and methodologies, the project life cycle and iterations, roles and responsibilities, and risk management and adaptability.
Agile Frameworks And Methodologies8:08
Explore popular agile frameworks and methodologies like Scrum, Kanban, Lean, Extreme Programming, and SAFe, and learn how construction projects apply these frameworks for design, planning, and execution.
Agile Project Lifecycle And Iterations5:56
Explore the agile project lifecycle for construction, using iterative sprints, product backlog, and agile work breakdown structures to deliver value, gather feedback, and continuously improve.
Agile Project Roles And Responsibilities6:36
Discover how cross-functional agile teams deliver projects with shared ownership and flexible decision making. Understand roles like product owner, scrum master, agile team, and stakeholders.
Agile Project Risk Management And Adaptability7:51
Agile risk management continuously identifies risks in short sprints, using a risk-based backlog to adapt quickly, with continuous feedback and collaboration.

Section 3 - Introduction0:41
Apply agile principles to construction projects and explore lean construction from design to cost plan, including the last planner system, while addressing common challenges and objections.
Can (And How) Agile Works In Construction10:27
Explore how agile and lean principles can improve construction at a micro level, with design iterations, short-range planning, and cross-functional teams, while adopting a hybrid, not full agile, project approach.
Lean Construction12:21
Apply lean construction to maximize value and reduce waste on site using the last planner system, value stream mapping, five S, and just-in-time delivery for faster, cost-efficient projects.
Designing To The Cost Plan9:14
Adopt lean design by setting a target cost upfront and driving the design within that budget, coordinating with stakeholders through iterative collaboration to maximize value and ensure buildability.
Last Planner11:01
Explore the last planner system, a collaborative, short-term planning method that replaces traditional scheduling with field-led phase planning, six-week look-ahead, weekly work planning, and daily coordination.
Overcoming Challenges And Resistance6:01
Overcome resistance to lean construction by tailoring agile and lean solutions to stakeholders' pain points, run a pilot with real-world wins like kanban for subcontractor coordination and short-range planning.

Section 4 - Introduction0:14
Wrap up the course by practicing PMP exam questions on agile project management to reinforce your learning and prepare for the PMP exam.
Practice PMP Exam Questions
Practice PMP Exam Questions4:10
Practice PMP exam questions on agile project management, covering principles like embracing change late, Kanban boards, Scrum Master, product backlogs, sprints, sprint retrospectives, risk management, and story points.
Conclusion0:31
Embrace agile as a different approach from waterfall, and apply lean thinking and lean design to construction projects to achieve more successful outcomes.
Bonus - Become a Certified Construction Manager0:32

Requirements

Motivated to grow your career in the construction industry and try new things

Description

Master Lean Construction and Agile Project Management (and prepare for your PMP exam)

Learning Agile and Lean empowers construction managers to reduce waste, minimize delays, and deliver projects more efficiently.

These modern frameworks enhance collaboration, improve adaptability to change, and create a culture of continuous improvement across teams.

By applying Agile and Lean principles, construction managers can streamline workflows, boost client satisfaction, and stay competitive in an evolving industry.

We've helped over 35,000 students advance their project management careers by mastering these fundamentals.

The course is:

Proven - thousands of satisfied students, with 94% reporting career advancement
Practical - developed with industry experts for real-world application
Fast-streamlined content focused on essential knowledge
Resource-Rich - includes downloadable slides and materials

We actively respond to all student questions and continuously improve based on feedback.

Join our Agile & Lean For Construction Managers Course to learn the new ways to manage projects successfully.

The course covers:

Section 1 - Introduction
- What is Agile Project Management
- Core Principles and Values of Agile
- Agile explained simply
- What types of projects are best suited to Agile
Section 2 - Core Concepts of Agile Project Management
- Agile Frameworks and Methodologies
- Agile Project Lifecycle and Iterations
- Agile Project Roles and Responsibilities
- Agile Project Risk Management and Adaptability
Section 3 - Construction Applications
- Can (and how) Agile Works in Construction
- Lean Construction
- Designing to the cost plan
- Last Planner
- Overcoming challenges and resistance
Section 4 - Conclusion
- Practice Exam Questions

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Who this course is for:

Construction managers
Project managers
Project engineers

Agile & Lean for Construction Managers: Build Fast & Smart

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Course content

Introduction5 lectures • 31min

Section 2 - Core Concepts5 lectures • 29min

Section 3 - Applications and Lean Construction6 lectures • 50min

Section 44 lectures • 5min

Requirements

Description

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