Mass Construction Show

Special guest Sean George of Dunmoe Consulting discusses the high costs of Massachusetts colleges, promoting trade schools as an alternative. They explore rising college tuition, vocational education, construction salaries vs. higher education costs, and alternative paths for high school students. They also delve into navigating construction permits, project costs, and financial aspects of project permitting.

In this episode we discuss Chris's approach to leadership.  His role at LKC, Quality Control, starting as a laborer, keeping perspective, delegating and empowering your people. Unfortunately, we lost the video 13 minutes into our conversation so we are dealing with the backup audio from an iPhone.  So please bare with us. 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

Exploring challenges of integrating EV chargers on Boston sidewalks, navigating energy compliance in affordable housing, and enhancing bike commuting in East Boston. Discussing complexities of urban infrastructure, zoning regulations for affordable housing, and the influence of energy classes on construction and design.

Exploration of challenges in property maintenance, rising rent costs, and loan delinquencies in commercial real estate. Discussions on struggles faced by property managers, financial pressures on property owners, and the potential trend towards affordable housing options. Impact of liquidity crisis on all parties highlighted, advocating for reviews, ratings, and merchandise promotion for podcast growth and support.

In this episode with Mike Weber we discuss the Gaston Pulse and try to get to the bottom of why material lead times are coming back to earth with most trades, electrical equipment refuses to budge and in some cases is growing. Mike shares his insight on the market and why the lead times remain high and there appears to be no end in sight. Now for everyone that enjoys what we’re doing please take the time to write a review, rate, or share the episode in any way you see fit.  It’s the only way we get discovered.  If we don’t grow we die. 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

Topics include transitioning to fossil fuel-free communities, challenges in the construction permitting process, streamlining project inspections, encouraging careers in architecture/engineering, preparations for St. Patrick's Day parade, and trends in home inspections/real estate market.

Exploring the importance of HIC registration in contracting for owner-occupied dwellings. Understanding homeowner protection goals and HIC program criteria for contracting work types.

The podcast discusses updates on the Fossil Fuel Free program in MESS communities, covering current implementations, pending approvals, acceptance criteria, and differences between new constructions and renovations.

Exploring the impact of prefabrication on construction workers and the influence of off-site construction methods on worker satisfaction. The podcast delves into the balance between certainty and risk-taking in construction projects, highlighting the importance of attention to detail and systemizing work processes for improved safety and productivity.

Jason Edic 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