The Preconstruction Podcast - Commercial Construction.

Our host Gareth McGlynn sat down with Rod Miller the Director of Preconstruction at Big D Construction to discuss: - Arizona State University - CM with Construction Estimating - How relationships with design partners has changed - How to leverage Data to increase success - FREE CON vs Preconstruction Services - When will we see the first Chief Preconstruction Officer - And much much more Thanks for listening and please connect with Rod here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rod-miller-3b2029b/

Our host, Gareth McGlynn sat down with Josh Mensinger the VP of Integrated Solutions @ DIRTT discusses: - DIRTT the physical products - DIRTT Digital Tools - Total Design Freedom - Greater Certainty of Cost - Target market for DIRTT - The Cove Product - Multi trade prefabricated solutions - and much much more Enjoy folks and connect with Josh here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-mensinger-475630102

Our host Gareth McGlynn, sat down with Dustin DeVan the CEO of Ediphi to discuss: - His Building Connected journey from 2012 - Why did he want to disrupt construction? - What is Ediphi's connection with Suffolk - The lessons learnt from Building Connected that will help with Ediphi - How good is Ediphi and what can Estimators expect - The importance of a high performing team within Ediphi - And much much more Check out the links below and thanks for listening: Website: https://www.ediphi.com/ Dustin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustind01/

Enjoy this conversation at Advancing Preconstruction when our host Gareth McGlynn sat down with Stacie Ramos to discuss: - AP 2024 and the benefits - KCI as a Civil & Commercial Contractor - Selecting a Technology CRM And Bid Solicitation tool - How they bid with HCSS on the commercial side - The importance of Business Development in Preconstruction - Project Mark as a CRM, development and integration - Everyone at AP has the same problems - And much much more Enjoy this episode and please feel free to connect with Stacie via: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacie-ramos-8475b198/ Please subscribe, like, share and comment on this episode of The Preconstruction Podcast.

Our host Gareth McGlynn sat down with Kiki McCartney to discuss: - Changing careers and choosing construction - Going back to get her Bachelors in Construction Management at Louisiana State University - The front end activities she enjoys as a Precon Engineer - Maximising her first 6 months in the job - The Importance of Networking in Preconstruction - Why its important to have more Woman in the construction industry - Her journey from Germany through Austria and now the US. Enjoy folks and please connect with Kiki on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kikimccartney

Join Gareth McGlynn as he talks to Manasi Pitkar, Senior Director of Preconstruction at McCarthy Building Companies, during the APC 2024 event in Denver, CO. They discuss Manasi's insights on enhancing preconstruction processes through standardized operations. Discussion Highlights: Developing robust SOPs to ensure consistent service delivery and identifying critical workflows. Clear operating procedures significantly reduce training time and boost team productivity. Roadblocks in standardization, with a focus on leadership and software integration. Connect with Manasi via her Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manasi-pitkar-dbia-leed-ap-pmp%C2%AE-35289aa/ Thanks for tuning in. Make sure to subscribe to receive the latest episodes of The Preconstruction Podcast every week.

Guest:    Tyler McCann at 3PM local time  Company: The Stellar Company  Position:   Preconstruction Manager -  Discussion points are: Texas Tech University Construction Engineering degree - How good was it? Tylers journey from Steel Detailer, to ops role, to estimator and now Precon Manager. The importance of a diverse varied background.  Why Titles should be standardised, and traditional responsibilities aren't up to date. What attracted Kyle to Precon? Why it's the best. Technology Stack: Procore bid packages - Workpack for talk offs The Stellar company, a wonderful Multi family owner builder that holds onto their properties. Control projects from cradle to grave.  How to schematically estimate a job and the importance of that phase of the project. Enjoy this one folks and please share, like and subscribe. Tyler's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-mccann/

Aaron Jech, a Preconstruction Manager at Manhattan Construction, shares his journey from Oklahoma University to the construction forefront. He delves into the daily realities of project controls and their significance in optimizing builds. Aaron discusses Oklahoma's vibrant construction scene, touching on ambitious developments like stadiums and skyscrapers. He also highlights the impact of technology on industry practices and reveals insights about his connections with the Czech Republic, reflecting on how collaboration enhances the construction landscape.

Join Gareth McGlynn as he engages with Taimoor Khan, VP of Preconstruction at Satterfield & Pontikes, to explore key aspects of leadership and the critical mindset needed for success in the industry. Key Discussion Points: 1. What is Leadership? Leadership in the context of preconstruction. 2. Emotional Intelligence: The significance of emotional intelligence in leading teams. 3. Empathy in Leadership: How empathy plays a vital role in understanding and managing team dynamics. 4. Critical Thinking: Identifying and cultivating critical thinking within your teams. 5. Information Sharing: Discussing how withholding information negatively impacts general contractors. 6. The 7 Successful Habits of Construction Professionals: Outlining key habits that drive success in the construction field. Connect with him via his Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taimoork/

Ryan Bender LinkedIn Profile page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-bender-2b033312b/ Aaron Henderson LinkedIn Profile page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronjhenderson/