The AEC Leadership Podcast

Rob Kalvaroski, an executive coach and MIT-trained strategist, shares his journey from burnout to inspiring leaders. He discusses the importance of turning internal chaos into a leadership advantage. Listeners will learn how to foster high-performing teams and embrace innovation amidst uncertainty. Kalvaroski emphasizes self-leadership for better decision-making and highlights the role of empathy in enhancing team engagement. His practical tools, like the 'I'm Human' breathing exercise, offer actionable insights for leaders to thrive in chaotic times.

In this engaging discussion, Frankie Bercobin, an executive coach renowned for her work with ADHD leaders at companies like Google and Airbnb, dives into the intricacies of high-performing leadership. She uncovers how stress impacts executive function and emphasizes the importance of a strengths-based approach. Frankie shares practical strategies, like leveraging storytelling, and highlights self-compassion as key to sustained success. She also offers insights on how organizations can better support diverse leadership styles for a healthier work environment.

Leadership strategies technical professionals must master include building strong teams, growing business, and managing performance effectively. This episode explores practical techniques leaders can apply to enhance their influence and impact. Discover how balancing challenge with support can accelerate team growth and success. The post Leadership Strategies for Technical Professionals – Ep 363 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute.

In this episode, I talk with Daven Oswalt, Water Business Group Director at GFT, about essential AEC leadership skills. He shares invaluable insights from his three decades of experience leading complex water and infrastructure programs globally. Discover how to build high-performing teams, effectively communicate project value, and navigate constant change in the AEC industry to […] The post Develop Strong AEC Leadership Skills for Impactful Projects – Ep 362 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute.

In this episode, I talk with Josee Tremblay P.Eng. ICD.D, Professional Engineer and Principal at Strategic Decisions Group, about inclusive leadership and its transformative power in the AEC industry. We explore how decision quality, cultural awareness, and human connection elevate team performance. Josée shares her unique journey from engineering to board advisory, offering actionable insights […] The post Building Better Teams Through Inclusive Leadership In AEC – Ep 361 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute.

In this episode, I talk with Boris Martin, CEO of Engineers Without Borders USA, about purpose-driven engineering and how it’s transforming the future of leadership in the AEC industry. He explains how engineers at every career stage can grow their leadership skills, communication abilities, and personal fulfillment by pursuing projects with meaning. This inspiring conversation […] The post How Purpose-Driven Engineering Builds Skills and Confidence – Ep 360 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute.

In this episode, I talk with Krystn Macomber, CP APMP Fellow, LEED AP, Founder and CEO of Summit Strategy, about AEC proposal strategies that help firms stand out and win more work. We explore evolving client expectations, persuasive storytelling, and shifting from compliance-driven responses to connection-driven communication. Learn how to make proposals skimmable, engaging, and […] The post AEC Proposal Strategies to Win More Work – Ep 359 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute.

In this episode, I talk to Jason McDaid, BSc (Hons) PMSFPE MIEI MIFSM, Senior Fire Engineer at Ryan & Associates and Impostor Syndrome coach, about impostor syndrome and hidden cognitive strain and how it shapes performance, confidence, and culture in technical teams. We explore engineering leadership, impostor syndrome in technical fields, and how to overcome […] The post Impostor Syndrome in Engineering Leadership and Workplace Culture – Ep 358 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute.

In this episode, I talk to Jay Wratten, PMP, US digital lead and global smart places lead at WSP in the U.S., about digital transformation in AEC and how it reshapes both client relationships and project delivery. We look at the shift to smart buildings, the rise of new pricing models, and the leadership lessons […] The post Digital Transformation in AEC for Smart Buildings – Ep 357 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute.

In this episode, I talk with Ruth Milligan, founder and speech coach at Articulation Inc., about communication skills for technical leaders in AEC, and how small, intentional changes can transform the way professionals connect with clients, teams, and audiences. We explore leadership communication strategies, public speaking for engineers, and presentation skills for technical professionals that […] The post Top Strategies to Improve Communication Skills for Technical Leaders in AEC – Ep 356 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute.