Lucero Apartments

Overview:

We successfully provided scheduler and project controls services for the Lucero Apartments construction project. Through expert planning, detailed analysis, and continuous oversight, we helped ensure timely and efficient project execution.

Project Overview

The Lucero Apartments project involved the construction of 324 wood-framed residential units across twelve apartment buildings. Additionally, the development included a leasing office and a separate maintenance building to support future operations. Because of the project’s large scope and simultaneous construction activities, precise scheduling and strong project controls became essential from the outset.

Our Role and Responsibilities

Precision Scheduling Consultants played a crucial role throughout the project. First, we worked closely with the project management team to develop a fully detailed baseline schedule.

We structured the schedule to include:

• Vertical construction of twelve residential buildings
• Interior and exterior finishing sequencing
• Leasing office and maintenance building construction
• Site development and utility installation coordination

Additionally, we performed monthly progress updates, critical path reviews, and risk assessments to maintain alignment with the project goals. Because timely information was critical, we produced regular reporting packages to keep owners, contractors, and stakeholders fully informed. Moreover, we continually analyzed resource loading and procurement schedules to identify potential bottlenecks before they could impact the project timeline.

Challenges and Solutions

Although the Lucero Apartments project progressed well overall, several challenges emerged that required proactive scheduling adjustments. For instance, material deliveries occasionally faced supply chain delays. Consequently, we resequenced activities to ensure that critical path work continued without interruption. Additionally, the large number of simultaneous work fronts made subcontractor coordination complex. Therefore, we implemented phased turnover strategies to improve efficiency and reduce trade stacking. Furthermore, weather events caused minor disruptions during the framing stages. In response, we developed recovery schedules that maintained progress without sacrificing quality. Because our team stayed actively engaged, the project team resolved these challenges quickly and avoided major schedule impacts.

Results

Ultimately, the Lucero Apartments project achieved substantial completion within the contractual deadlines. Each milestone was carefully tracked, adjusted, and met successfully.

Through our expertise in project controls and scheduling, the project delivered:

• 324 high-quality residential units across twelve wood-framed buildings
• A fully operational leasing center ready for early tenant move-ins
• A dedicated maintenance building supporting long-term property operations

Moreover, both ownership and management teams commended our contributions toward project transparency, responsiveness, and risk mitigation.

Lessons Learned

Several important lessons emerged from the Lucero Apartments project. Above all, flexibility and communication proved essential when managing multi-building developments. Because active schedule management identified risks early, the project team stayed proactive instead of reactive when adjusting workflows. Additionally, engaging all subcontractors early in schedule development improved accountability and streamlined site logistics. Ultimately, the project reaffirmed that comprehensive project controls deliver lasting value on large-scale residential developments.

Partner with Precision Scheduling Consultants LLC

When complex construction projects demand strong scheduling and project controls, Precision Scheduling Consultants LLC stands ready to deliver.

Contact us today to learn how we can support your next project from planning through closeout — and beyond.