Joshua Apodaca
About Joshua Apodaca
Joshua Apodaca is a Senior Scheduler at Swinerton, where he has worked since 2016. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management from Colorado State University and the LEED AP BD+C credential, showcasing his expertise in sustainable design and green building practices.
Work at Swinerton
Joshua Apodaca has been employed at Swinerton since 2016, serving as a Senior Scheduler. In this role, he manages the Central Region scheduling department, which encompasses divisions in Colorado, Texas, the Southeast, and Government Services. His responsibilities include developing detailed schedule reports that feature critical path analysis, earned value analysis, and resource allocation forecasts. He also conducts division-wide training on scheduling software and fundamentals, supporting and training schedulers and field teams.
Education and Expertise
Joshua Apodaca earned a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management from Colorado State University, where he studied from 2001 to 2006. He holds the LEED AP BD+C credential, which signifies his expertise in green building practices and sustainable design. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his work in scheduling and project management.
Background in Project Management
Prior to his current position at Swinerton, Joshua Apodaca worked at Gilbane Building Company as a Project Controls Specialist from 2012 to 2014 in Honolulu, Hawaii. He also served as a Project Engineer at McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. from 2006 to 2012 in Tempe, Arizona. His diverse experience in project management roles has contributed to his proficiency in scheduling and project controls.
Scheduling Techniques and Innovations
Joshua Apodaca promotes the use of 4D schedule simulations as a tool for safety, quality integration, planning, and visual communication. He beta tests innovative technologies in scheduling and BIM integration, utilizing products from Autodesk and Synchro. His expertise extends to advanced scheduling software, including Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Suretrack, which he employs to manage and maintain project schedules.
Project Scheduling and Analysis
In his role, Joshua Apodaca creates scheduling templates and production rates based on as-built project data and industry expertise. He performs schedule time impact analysis and develops recovery schedules in response to contract change orders. Additionally, he implements resource loading and work breakdown structures on production schedules, ensuring effective project management.