The Top Habits of High-Performing Forepersons
Presented by Dr. Awad S. Hanna, Ph.D., P.E. NAC – Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison & President of Hanna Consulting Group
Foremen are the drivers of project success. An effective, high-performing foreman is a company’s most valuable asset, with their leadership and ability to manage cost, schedule, safety, and quality setting the tone for project success. High-performing foremen stand out because of key traits that distinguish them from average performers. This course offers an in-depth look at the top habits of the most effective forepersons, led by Dr. Awad Hanna.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand crew behaviour and communicate the rules of the game using the 10-80-10 Rule
- Control the daily 160 minutes of waste (sources and solutions) and optimize TIME (Tools, Information, Materials, Environment)
- Participate effectively in turnover meetings, including what foremen need from estimators and manpower loading curve development
- Prepare and manage two-week look-ahead schedules, including key elements, standard forms, and Percent Promise Complete (PPC) measurement
- Keep accurate daily logs and tracking records for base contract work, goals, variations, and additional work
- Conduct daily huddles with clear task setup (Who, What, Where, When, How), using pre-task planning sheets and goal-setting
- Implement effective materials handling using the Golden Triangle, Four Crew Concept, and materials management plans
- Set short-term, achievable production goals using the 30-30 Rule, 10-10 Rule, and earned value tracking
- Manage change orders and time & material tickets using standard T&M ticket forms
- Identify the riskiest operations and implement corrective safety actions
👥 Ideal Audience: Foremen, supervisors, project managers, and construction leaders seeking to develop high-performing team habits.
📅 WHEN: March 26, 2026 | 🕙 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 WHERE: In-person at the ECAO Office
💵 COST: $1099 + incl. tax (includes session materials, food and beverages, and parking)
About the Presenter: Dr. Awad Hanna is a professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and president of Hanna Consulting Group. With over 30 years of industry-funded productivity research and 35 published books on productivity and management for U.S. and Canadian trade associations, Dr. Hanna provides foremen with evidence-based strategies and practical tools proven in the field.
Course Format: This full-day, in-person training combines presentation, discussion, and practical examples to help foremen develop the habits and strategies of high performers.
Need to Know:
✔ Payment: Online via PayPal or Invoice
✔ Cancellation: Full refund (4+ weeks), 50% (2–4 weeks), no refund (<10 days). Substitutions allowed.
♿ Accessibility | ❓Questions? Contact: Témoc Vega, Learning & Development Coordinator – tvega@ecao.org
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