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  • Maintaining Company Culture During Leadership Transition with Chris Kottra & Kami Farahmandpour - BTC

    Maintaining Company Culture During Leadership Transition with Chris Kottra & Kami Farahmandpour - BTC
    2025/06/24
    In this conversation, Justin Neagle and Will Foret speak with Kami Farahmandpour and Chris Kottra from Building Technology Consultants, Inc. (BTC) about their experiences in the engineering industry, the founding of BTC, and the importance of company culture, leadership transitions, and quality in their work. They discuss the challenges of hiring in a niche market, the significance of training for autonomy, and the role of litigation in honing expertise. The conversation also touches on reflections and advice for future leaders in the industry.
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    57 分
  • Understanding BIM: A Toolbelt for Collaboration with Jacob Hansen and Colten Browning - Hansen Consulting Group

    Understanding BIM: A Toolbelt for Collaboration with Jacob Hansen and Colten Browning - Hansen Consulting Group
    2025/06/17
    Join Jacob Hansen and Colton Browning as they delve into their backgrounds in the AEC industry, emphasizing the importance of relationships and strategies for scaling firms. They explore the evolution of services with Building Information Modeling (BIM), discussing its purpose, application, and the need for buy-in and communication. A case study on BIM at TSMC highlights its practical use. The episode addresses challenges in scheduling, cost, and collaboration, stressing early involvement and coordination between contractors. Listen in for BIM war stories and success tales, offering insights and advice for newcomers to the field.
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    57 分
  • The Importance of Understanding Team Dynamics with Mark Davenport - SPS+ Architects

    The Importance of Understanding Team Dynamics with Mark Davenport - SPS+ Architects
    2025/06/10
    Mark Davenport discusses his career journey in architecture, from intern to managing partner at SPS+ Architects. He covers the firm's leadership structure, managing transitions, and role fit challenges. The conversation delves into business operations, including EOS integration for efficiency and the firm's evolving focus and expansion. Mark outlines future growth through studio specializations and examines how contract types are impacting the industry. He highlights using culture index for team dynamics, strategic planning, and process automation. Emphasizing growth strategies and technology's role in scaling, the episode concludes with ERP implementation lessons and time management advice.
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    59 分
  • AI's Role in Modernizing the Construction Industry with Adam Krob - Boh Brothers Construction

    AI's Role in Modernizing the Construction Industry with Adam Krob - Boh Brothers Construction
    2025/06/03
    Dr. Adam Krob explores AI's transformative potential in construction estimates. He discusses challenges and opportunities in construction technology, focusing on data governance, legacy systems, and risk management. Key topics include overcoming data storage issues, leadership buy-in for tech adoption, and AI's role in safety-sensitive industries. Dr. Krob also addresses AI's impact on labor shortages, value engineering, and lean scheduling. The episode concludes with insights on selecting AI platforms, building a tiered AI model, and understanding shadow IT.
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    1 時間 4 分
  • From Dirt to Dollars: A Family Business Journey with Jenny Williams - WDS Contracting

    From Dirt to Dollars: A Family Business Journey with Jenny Williams - WDS Contracting
    2025/05/27
    Jenny Williams discusses her journey in the family construction business and the significance of assembling the right team. She explores the CMGC delivery method, emphasizing its benefits in balancing work-life and technology adoption in construction. Jenny shares strategies for attracting and training new employees, highlighting the role of community engagement through events like construction rodeos. The conversation shifts to the evolving mindset in construction management, moving away from low-bid work, and the importance of building partnerships. Jenny also touches on the impact of DBE recognition and new growth opportunities in the industry, wrapping up with her closing thoughts.
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    39 分
  • Unlocking Success with Lean Construction and IPD with Darlene Cadman - Weft Strategies

    Unlocking Success with Lean Construction and IPD with Darlene Cadman - Weft Strategies
    2025/05/20
    Darlene Cadman joins Justin Neagle to discuss Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) in the AEC industry. They explore IPD contracts, focusing on collaboration, risk, and reward sharing, and emphasize target value design and team selection in lean construction. Darlene shares insights on lean practices, including respect for people and understanding flow, as well as pull planning, visual planning, and collaboration. The episode highlights the importance of leadership, accountability, and structured planning in both work and personal life. It concludes with Darlene's contact information and productivity hacks.
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    51 分
  • The Art of Talent Acquisition in Construction with JP Jaramillo - Nox Group

    The Art of Talent Acquisition in Construction with JP Jaramillo - Nox Group
    2025/05/13
    JP Jaramillo discusses his extensive experience in talent acquisition and recruitment, beginning with an introduction to Building Scale and his role at Nox Group. The conversation covers leadership's influence on recruitment, evolving technology, and the sales aspect of recruiting. JP delves into compensation strategies, growth opportunities, and balancing internal equity. He highlights the costs of turnover, recruitment metrics, and onboarding challenges. The episode emphasizes setting realistic expectations for long-term commitment, simplifying recruitment, and identifying and retaining top candidates. JP shares insights on leveraging technology, the importance of personality profiling, and offers reflections on his 20-year career in the industry.
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    1 時間 8 分
  • Breaking Barriers: Women Thriving in Construction with Dr. Gretchen Gagel

    Breaking Barriers: Women Thriving in Construction with Dr. Gretchen Gagel
    2025/04/22
    Dr. Gretchen Gagel shares her journey in the construction industry, focusing on her role in industry committees and promoting diversity. She discusses technology's impact on scaling AEC businesses, overcoming gender biases, and the importance of diversity and organizational agility. Dr. Gagel reflects on leadership differences in various-sized companies and her chair role at Brinkman Construction. The episode explores strategies for attracting women to construction, addressing labor issues, and the role of cohorts in leadership development. It concludes with Dr. Gagel's insights on AI's impact, influential leaders, and organizational culture.
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    1 時間 1 分