
Mass Construction Show
I'd like to welcome you to Mass Construction Show where we talk about all things construction with a bit of a local (Massachusetts) bias. Covering Real Estate Development, Code, Risk Management, Technology and anything else construction. Glad to have you!
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Mar 23, 2021 • 18min
Mass Construction News
Mass Construction Show News: Covering trends in the commercial construction industry.
Tax rebates proposed to help get more data centers built in eastern Connecticut
https://www.theday.com/article/20210303/nws01/210309810
Salt Lake City becomes first jurisdiction to approve new off-site construction codes
https://www.builderonline.com/building/code/salt-lake-city-becomes-first-jurisdiction-to-approve-new-off-site-construction-codes_o
New DPR research and development facility will promote prefab, research, workforce development and technology
https://www.constructiondive.com/news/new-dpr-facility-will-promote-prefab-research-and-technology/596070/
Volkswagen shows dramatic increases in ability to recycle EV batteries
https://electriccarsreport.com/2021/03/volkswagen-shows-off-a-new-way-to-recycle-and-reuse-ev-batteries/
https://www.waste360.com/mag/waste_japanese_recycling_law
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Mar 16, 2021 • 1h 9min
Dan Charest, JC&A: BD, Tech Adoption & Time Management
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we speak with Dan about a mix bag of topics Including JC&A’s approach to Business Development, Tech adoption for a Mid-size company, and Time management as a construction professional. Hopefully you'll find Dan and JC&A's approach interesting and helpful. Enjoy the Show!
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Mar 2, 2021 • 1h 41min
Building Resiliency in our Homes, Buildings & Communities w. Greg Garvin
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we discuss a recent article by Greg Garvin where he lays out how we can build resiliency in our homes, buildings and communities. We also discuss what we're doing in our own lives to increase resiliency for our families. Enjoy The Show!
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Feb 16, 2021 • 56min
Superintendent Management Styles
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show, Stephanie Crepreau of BOND Building Construction and Danielle Crafford of Gilbane Building Company are back and the three of us discuss our management styles as superintendents and what we've seen from others we've worked with. Stephanie and Danielle field some listener questions too. Enjoy the show!
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Feb 9, 2021 • 1h
Chuck Borstel, VP of Safety & Regulatory Compliance at Commodore Builders
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we speak with Chuck Borstel of Commodore Builders. It’s rare that we come across a unique position in our industry but I believe Commodore Builders now has a role that fits the bill. The position of Safety and Regulatory Compliance combines Job safety, Public safety, permitting, government, public and utility affairs all into one Risk Management role. We discuss how this position brings value to the clients and leads to successful projects. While covering the impact that permitting, safety, utilities and compliance has on our jobs. Enjoy the show!
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Jan 20, 2021 • 1h 12min
Intersection of Energy, Health & Buildings: Arch Energy
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we speak with Steven Burke, Todd McCabe & Kailash Viswanathan of Arch Energy a division of Consigli Construction.
Arch is leading the way by looking at alternative energy combined with healthy and sustainable buildings as a way to produce a better product for their clients.
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Jan 12, 2021 • 1h 6min
Understanding Schedules w/ Bill Perry of J.S. Held
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show Bill and I dig deep on the how and why of building schedules. As well as topics such as: Resource Loading, Bid Risk Assessments, Change Management, and what to do to prevent costly litigation. Consider this a masterclass in great construction controls. Enjoy the Show!
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Jan 5, 2021 • 57min
James McDonagh: Causeway Contracting
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we discuss what it was like when James and co-owner Stephen McCarthy first brought Causeway Contracting into existence, what they learned in the process and what they see in their future. This episode will be good for anyone interested in what it takes to bring a subcontracting company to life. Enjoy the show.
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Dec 15, 2020 • 36min
NFPA 241 Upcoming Changes w/ Lt. Towski
This episode of the Mass Construction Show is a conversation with Lt. Chris Towski of Cambridge Fire Dept who is a Principle Member of the NFPA 241 Technical Committee. Chris and I discuss what future editions of the standard will look like.
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Dec 9, 2020 • 10min
Farm Centric Developments
The trend of wellness through urban planning and zoning continues to come about and I bet it is just the beginning. Enjoy the show!
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