Those who work in the multi-billion-dollar construction industry routinely face uncertainty and risks related to cost, schedule and safety. One of the most common problems is failing to complete a project on time and within budget. This seems to be magnified for school and university projects--education institutions often limited budgets, and completion deadlines must be met or schools might not have adequate space to accommodate students. In many education construction projects, it is a struggle to maintain a limited budget and stay on schedule. This article presents several strategies for helping schools maintain control over a project budget and schedule.