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Mass Construction Show

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Jan 15, 2025 • 9min

We're Not Going Back To The Office- Construction News- Other Podcast

Today's Show is brought to you by Central, commercial carpenters and supporters of our conversations. Enjoy the show! Purchase at -> ⁠TeeSpring⁠ Follow the Mass Construction Show here: Linkedin Instagram Twitter Facebook TikTok
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Dec 26, 2024 • 1h 22min

Firing, Hiring, Fake Best Places to Work & More w/ Krysta Van Ranst

In this engaging conversation with Krysta Van Ranst, the founder of Building People, they tackle the intricate dynamics of hiring and firing in construction. Krysta shares insights on the importance of transparency in layoffs and promotions, as well as the challenges of employee engagement amidst a shifting job market. They discuss effective onboarding, mentoring, and creating supportive workplace cultures. Additionally, they highlight the critical need for clear communication to reconcile the disconnect between management perceptions and employee sentiments.
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Nov 19, 2024 • 1h 53min

Rethinking Permitting & Inspections w/ Rick Wood, City of Keene

Rick and I discuss the relationship between the public and AHJs and how to have a productive relationship that serves the community. I’m excited about the City of Keene’s approach to governing and hope this episode gets other communities thinking different. We need to solve the broken system that is the permitting process of construction. Today's Show is brought to you by Central, commercial carpenters and supporters of our conversations.  Enjoy the show! Follow the Mass Construction Show here: Linkedin Instagram Twitter Facebook TikTok Purchase at -> TeeSpring and Donation Button Down Below
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Nov 11, 2024 • 1h 29min

Mike Procopio- MA Housing Bill Impact on Construction

Mike⁠ breaks down the Mass Housing Bill, the good, the bad, what will actually add housing and what it means for the construction industry. Today's Show is brought to you by ⁠Central,⁠ commercial carpenters and supporters of our conversations. Enjoy the show! Follow the Mass Construction Show here: ⁠Linkedin⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠ Purchase at -> ⁠TeeSpring⁠ and Donation Button Down Below
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Oct 15, 2024 • 1h 9min

Dan Yaccarino: Navy Seabee, GC, Real Estate CM - Carve Your Own Path

"Life is either a daring adventure or nothing" ~ Hellen Keller In this episode with Dan we cover: Deployments (Iraq, El Salvador, Cuba, UAE) Impact on Family & Career +/- of GC vs RE world Today's Show is brought to you by Central, commercial carpenters and supporters of our conversations. Enjoy the show! Follow the Mass Construction Show here: Linkedin Instagram Twitter Facebook TikTok Intro & Outro music by Sound Revolution Purchase at -> TeeSpring and Donation Button Down Below
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Oct 15, 2024 • 40min

Is this Interesting Job for You? w/ Mike Procopio

This show is a clip taken from an upcoming episode where Mike Procopio and I discuss their opening for Director of Construction Operations.  A rare opportunity for someone to take a construction division at a development firm and make it a stand alone company.  We also talk a bit about the hiring process, among other things. Mike is entertaining as always. Today's Show is brought to you by Central, commercial carpenters and supporters of our conversations. Enjoy the show! Follow the Mass Construction Show here: Linkedin Instagram Twitter Facebook TikTok Intro & Outro music by Sound Revolution Purchase at -> TeeSpring and Donation Button Down Below
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Oct 1, 2024 • 59min

Matt Consigli - Consigli Purchases Lendlease's East Coast Operations

Matt Consigli, a key player in the construction industry and president of Consigli Construction, discusses the strategic acquisition of Lendlease's East Coast operations. He dives into the growing pains of the company, exploring the balance between maintaining culture and fostering growth. The impact of employee stock ownership plans on company dynamics is also highlighted. Additionally, Matt addresses the evolving landscape of building energy efficiency, emphasizing the importance of innovation and collaboration in achieving sustainable practices.
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Sep 12, 2024 • 58min

Central Stud Roller. Is it Profitable? Productive? Safer? We breakdown how it's played out.

In this episode we speak with Chris and I have a follow up conversation on the stud roller. A machine that allows drywallers to produce/manufacture metal studs cut to fit in-house. I want to hear the nitty gritty about how it work in real life, does it make you more profitable, efficient and safer.  I ask Chris all those tough questions.  This machine encapsulates  everything that is the future of construction, prefab, off-site, lean, contractors as manufactures and more. Today's Show is brought to you by Central, commercial carpenters and supporters of our conversations. Enjoy the show! Follow the Mass Construction Show here: Linkedin Instagram Twitter Facebook TikTok Intro & Outro music by: Sound Revolution Purchase at -> TeeSpring and Donation Button Down Below
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Aug 20, 2024 • 31min

Industry Update: HVAC, ADUs, & New Housing Bill

Get ready for a deep dive into the construction industry's latest trends! Discover how lead times and material costs are improving, but the electrical sector faces high energy demands. Learn about groundbreaking plumbing services that are changing the game and the vital discussion on construction safety and employment practices. Delve into the new housing bill promoting Accessible Dwelling Units and its zoning implications, while grappling with the balance between affordable housing needs and community concerns.
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Aug 6, 2024 • 1h 5min

Changing Job-site Culture w/ Dan Kupferschmid - Callahan Construction Managers

Dan Kupferschmid, an advocate for job-site culture at Callahan Construction Managers, discusses his groundbreaking efforts to improve construction environments. He shares how a bottom-up approach led to enhanced communication and respect among trades, aiming to boost morale and workflow. The conversation delves into the impact of lean practices like daily huddles and pull planning, showcasing innovative strategies such as prefabricated bathroom pods. Dan also highlights how training and mental rhythms can significantly elevate productivity on the job site.

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