In this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, hosts Nick Soto and Carly Trout from CMAA sit down with Tammy McConaughy, Director of Education & Certification for the Lean Construction Institute; Katie Wells, Vice President of Project Delivery with Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC; Christopher Vine, Project Superintendent with Hensel Phelps; and John Zachara Integrated Facilities Solutions and Leader Emeritus with LCI's Chicago Community of Practice (CoP), to discuss lean construction,...

In this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, hosts Nick Soto and Carly Trout from CMAA sit down with Kyle Grandell, CCM, founder and CEO of Dell Management, to discuss the company’s innovative approaches to project management and dedication to delivering top-tier results. They delve into the critical role of capital management, the impact of cutting-edge technology like augmented reality, and strategies for navigating supply chain disruptions. Kyle also highlights the importance of...

In this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, hosts Nick Soto and Carly Trout from CMAA chat with Michael Bempah, PE, president and CEO of Pinpoint Precision Engineering, and Kevin P. Nolan, PE, LEED AP, CCM, senior associate at STV Incorporated. They explore the workforce challenges facing the construction industry and highlight the critical importance of resilience and continuous learning. The conversation underscores the need to attract more young professionals to the field and...

In this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, hosts Nick Soto and Carly Trout from CMAA sit down with members of CMAA's Technology Subcommittee, including Brian Tracy, PE, CCM, director of construction management at Ausonio; Marty Turner, CCM, director of projects for Turner & Townsend; and Vincent Testa, PE, CCM, director of strategic growth at Procon Consulting. The discussion centers on the evolving role of artificial intelligence in construction management, highlighting its...

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and and Carly Trout chat with Lucian Niemeye,  CEO of Building Cyber Security, a non-profit organization that aims to improve physical security and safety. They discuss the importance of investing in cybersecurity to maintain building safety throughout its lifecycle, the potential of artificial intelligence and digital twins in the construction industry, and the risks associated with connected devices.   Construction...

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and and Carly Trout chat with Justin Ganschow with Caterpillar Safety Services. Together, they discuss psychological safety in the construction industry, focusing on the need to create an environment where workers feel safe in sharing concerns and speaking up about unsafe practices.   Construction Leaders Podcast is produced by Association Briefings.

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and and Carly Trout chat with Coty Fournier, a professional talent development and growth strategist in the construction industry. Explore invaluable insights drawn from Coty's 30-year journey in construction management, including the pivotal role of mentors, effective strategies for career advancement, and navigating the transition from operations to business development. Gain actionable tips for firms seeking to stand out...

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and and Carly Trout chat with Penny Tilghman, senior advisor of infrastructure with the Embassy of Switzerland. Join them as they they dive into the challenges, successes, and future outlook of Switzerland's ambitious infrastructure projects. Gain insights into the coordination and strategies required for managing similar large-scale programs.   This episode is sponsored by STV.   Construction Leaders Podcast is produced by...

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and and Carly Trout chat with Brian Cresenzi, senior resident engineer at Gannett Fleming. Join them as they explore the intricacies of quality management in construction. The discussion covers the importance of seamless communication, managing unexpected challenges, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and the significance of incorporating feedback into the quality assurance process.   This episode is sponsored...

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and guest host Kenzie Durrell chat with Anne Timmermans, a senior consultant from Parametrix, and Adam Walkowiak, associate vice president at Michael Baker International. Together, they explore the crucial topics of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging within the construction industry. Gain insights into CMAA's proactive efforts in promoting diversity within the profession, as the guests share their experiences and...

On the season 3 premier of the Construction Leaders Podcast, we discuss risk management in pre-construction. Join CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout as they chat with Steve Dell'Orto, founder & CEO of ConCntric. They talk about specific pre-construction risks, pre-construction activities with the greatest ROI to reduce risk, balancing predictability with flexibility in the construction process, and what contributes to the long-term success and sustainability of a project.   The Construction...

On the season 2 finale of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout chat with Kenny Simmons, chief of construction for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and Mackenzie Searle, senior construction engineer for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. They talk about the future of the organization and some of the current projects they're working on. Construction Leaders Podcast is produced by Association Briefings.

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout chat with Brynn Huneke, director of diversity and inclusion at Associated General Contractors of America, and Henry Nutt, III, preconstruction executive at Southland Industries. They talk about making a commitment to Culture of Care and being a part of a welcoming, diverse and safe environment. This episode is sponsored by VPO.    Construction Leaders Podcast is produced by Association Briefings.

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout chat with Josh Levy, co-founder and CEO of Document Crunch. They talk about recent advancements in the construction contract document space.

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout chat with Greg Oniskey, senior finance specialist at MODLOGIQ. They talk about offsite technology and the difference between pre-fabrication and modular construction, including complexity, pricing and procurement.

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout chat with Barbara Reynolds CCM, PMP, senior project manager at Parsons; Carol Holland, PE, vice president at Dewberry; and Doreen Bartoldus, PE, CCM, water wastewater construction management leader at Jacobs and past president of the National Association of Women in Construction. They talk about gender barriers they've experienced, how the construction industry can become more inclusive, the importance of...

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout chat with Stuart Binstock, the president and CEO of the Construction Financial Management Association. They talk about suicide prevention, why suicide is so prevalent in the construction industry, and suicide prevention programs the CFMA has supported within the industry. 

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout chat with Stephen DeVito, director of technology at Procon Consulting and member of CMAA's Technology Committee. They talk about 360° Reality Capture and its effect on the construction management industry, costs of implementing such technology, and how it impacts site inspections.

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout chat with Rebecca Jones, FCMAA, founder of SafeworkCM. They talk about the five levels of commitment and how they relate to business and life in general.   Show notes Five Levels of Commitment https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/86742-the-5-levels-of-commitment   Self Awareness (how one approaches...

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout chat with CMAA's President and CEO Andrea S. Rutledge, CAE, and members of CMAA's Government Advocacy Committee, Dave Crosson from HNTB and Ed Pogreba with Procon Consulting. They talk about new initiatives of the committee, how these initiatives affect the construction industry, and the new CMAA Advocacy Action Center.    

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout chat with Dan Doyon with Maxim Consulting about mergers and acquisitions in the construction management industry and navigating through the M&A process. They discuss reasons why a company would want to acquire another company, why the construction industry is so prone to mergers and acquisitions, how the process works, and risk factors to take into consideration. 

On the season 2 premier of the Construction Leaders Podcast, we discuss dispute resolution. Join CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout as they chat with Joe Seibold, executive vice president with Arcadis, and Roy Cooper, senior vice president Arcadis. They talk about top causes for disputes, how to minimize claims, the importance of getting a construction manager involved in the beginning of a project, and the future of disputes.  Show notes Arcadis’s 2022 Global Construction Disputes...

On the season 1 finale of the Construction Leaders podcast, we continue our conversation about technology in construction by discussing wearables. Join CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout as they chat with Jarvis Alridge with HNTB, Justin Jacobsen with MBP, and Doug Matthews with Guardhat. They talk about the costs and benefits of wearable technologies, and overcoming objections encountered when implementing the technology on a jobsite. 

Join CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout as they chat with Mark Fergus, executive vice president at Cumming Group. They discuss the findings of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors’ 2022 report on digitalization in construction.   Show notes Download the RICS report here: https://www.rics.org/globalassets/rics-website/media/knowledge/research/research-reports/rics0112-digitalisation-in-construction-report-2022-web.pdf