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Leadership in construction with perspective from the job site. A podcast dedicated to the Construction industry. Construction professionals, General Contractors, Sub trade Contractors, and Specialty Contractors audiences will be engaged by the discussions between the hosts and their guests on topics and stories. Hosted James Faulkner ( CEO/Founder - SiteMax Systems ).
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Send us a text Price isn’t the villain—unclear communication is. We sit down with Jeff Borovitz of Sandler to explore how a psychology-led sales process helps construction companies stop chasing bad-fit bids, avoid unpaid change orders, and build trust that holds up once shovels hit dirt. Jeff breaks down the biggest trap he sees on both residential and commercial teams—premature presentation—and shows how to slow down, uncover three to five real pains, and turn conversations from “How cheap?...
Send us a text Construction companies possess an extraordinary yet frequently overlooked opportunity to build substantial wealth—one that extends far beyond simply increasing revenue or improving profit margins. Paul Atherton, founder of Highspire, reveals the powerful secret that separates thriving construction business owners from those merely keeping pace: leveraging construction expertise into strategic real estate development. As Paul explains, wealth creation happens through thre...
Send us a text In this episode of The Site Visit Podcast, host James Faulkner welcomes Russell Cook of Modular Interiors by Cook’s for a future-forward conversation on how modular construction is reshaping the commercial real estate and construction industries. From raised access floors and demountable wall systems to integrating smart technology and sustainable design, Russell shares deep insights and real-world examples—including projects like TELUS Ocean and partnerships with industry lead...
Send us a text The mental health crisis sweeping through construction has reached alarming proportions, with suicide rates among workers soaring to five times the national average. But what's driving this crisis, and why aren't more industry leaders talking about it? Ryan Englin, a 15-year veteran consultant and author of "Hire Better People Faster," brings powerful insights into the hidden struggle of construction workers and the leadership failures that perpetuate it. After growing up with...
Send us a text Imagine mastering your craft for years, then discovering that running a business requires an entirely different skillset you never learned. That's the reality for thousands of construction business owners who find themselves trapped in what business coach John Neuenberg calls the "E-Myth" - the entrepreneurial myth that technical expertise automatically translates to business success. Drawing from his experience coaching over 320 blue-collar businesses, John unravels why const...
Send us a text The cement industry is at a crossroads. As global construction demands soar, so do the sector’s carbon emissions—contributing nearly 8% of global CO₂ output. But Markus Kritzler, Chief Revenue Officer at Carbon Upcycling Technologies, believes there’s a way to build a better future—literally. Markus has found purpose in a game-changing innovation: a technology that transforms industrial waste into high-performance construction materials. Carbon Upcycling’s process reinvents how...
Send us a text What if the key to solving your construction workforce challenges was hidden in plain sight? Tracy Austin, Chief Talent Officer at Elevated Talent Consulting and host of the People Strategy Podcast, reveals that the complaints you hear on job sites contain valuable information about what your team actually needs to succeed. Traci offers a profound shift in perspective that can transform how construction leaders respond to workforce challenges. When companies learn to decode wo...
Send us a text In this enlightening conversation, Glyn Lewis, Founder and CEO of Renewal Development, reveals the surprising economics behind home relocation: each rescued home contains 100 tons of raw materials and 23 tons of embodied carbon that would otherwise go to waste. His company operates as a comprehensive service provider—handling demolition contracts for developers, coordinating the complex logistics of moving structures, and renovating them to become energy-efficient, affordable h...
Send us a text Roberto Cervantes, CEO and co-founder of Flowlly, takes us on a fascinating journey into the world of AI agents for construction, revealing the crucial distinction between automation and true artificial intelligence. "Automation is a set of steps that are executed with no leeway to deviate," he explains, while AI brings the flexibility to navigate obstacles and find alternative paths to solutions. The conversation uncovers a painful reality for many construction professionals ...
Send us a text Rick Wagner, President of Maxwell Floors and a 43-year construction veteran, tackles the tough conversations our industry needs. The cultural disconnect between developers' passion and field workers' daily grind manifests in concerning ways. Mental health claims sometimes mask a deeper lack of commitment, while the housing crisis creates a profound sense of disconnection when workers can't afford what they're building. Decades ago, homeownership required roughly ten years of in...
Send us a text Christy Love takes us behind the scenes of deep energy retrofits that transform aging buildings while residents continue living their daily lives. As an energy and climate specialist at RDH Building Science, she brings both technical expertise and a human touch to complex sustainability projects. What does it take to modernize a 1970s high-rise without displacing tenants? Christy reveals the painstaking process—from creating digital models of buildings with no existing plans t...
Send us a text The future of construction is growing taller, more sustainable, and increasingly made of wood. Shawn Keyes, Executive Director of WoodWorks BC, takes us deep into the rapidly evolving world of mass timber construction and why British Columbia has emerged as North America's innovation hub for this revolutionary building material. The environmental benefits are striking. Mass timber buildings typically contain 30-70% less embodied carbon than concrete alternatives, making them i...
Send us a text Chris Hill takes us behind the scenes of B Collective, a pioneering company dedicated to transforming the construction industry through innovative off-site fabrication. At the heart of our conversation is an in-depth look at the closed panel wall system concept. Unlike conventional construction, this approach integrates sheathing on the interior side, creating a seamless air and moisture barrier filled with dense-pack cellulose insulation. The result? Exceptional airtightness a...
Send us a text The City of Vancouver is revolutionizing how construction permits are approved. At BUILDEX Vancouver 2025, we had the opportunity to chat with Corrie Okell, General Manager of Development, Buildings, and Licensing at the City of Vancouver, about how digital transformation is reducing permit wait times and reshaping the builder-city relationship. Learn how the city has implemented technologies like ePlan, which allows for 24/7 drawing submissions. While the transition was initia...
Send us a text The Future of Efficient, Healthy Housing is Here! Tune in to our conversation with Arman Mottaghi, CEO of Properate. With Properate’s innovative technology, homeowners can now pinpoint which improvements will truly make a difference, avoiding wasted money on ineffective upgrades. Together with Arman, we dive into how the return on investment for home energy upgrades extends far beyond utility savings to include increased property value, health benefits, and greater resilience ...
Send us a text The construction industry is at a crossroads as it embraces the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI). In this insightful episode, Shawn Gray delves into the pressing need for the construction sector, especially mid-sized firms, to engage with AI solutions that can substantially enhance productivity and operational efficiency. As labor shortages and demands for faster project delivery become critical issues, AI might just hold the key to unlocking greater profits...
Send us a text Imagine a world where our cities are not only more sustainable but also inviting and warm—mass timber construction is paving the way for this vision. In this episode, we engage with Alejandro Coronado, Technical Advisor at WoodWorks BC to explore the unique benefits of integrating wood into modern architecture. Discover how this dynamic material is not just a beautiful choice but also a smart one—offering a sustainable alternative to steel and concrete while contributing to low...
Send us a text Discover the transformative journey of accessibility in the built environment with accessibility expert Samantha Ryan from ABE Factors. We delve into how building codes have evolved, recognizing not only the importance of physical adaptations but also the need for a more comprehensive understanding that includes cognitive and sensory considerations. During our engaging conversation, Samantha shares her passion for her work and the pivotal changes brought by the Accessibl...
Send us a text Join us for an insightful conversation with David Hernandez, Head of US for Elecosoft, LLC, a provider of innovative planning and scheduling solutions for the construction industry. Together, we explore how Elocosoft's strategic US expansion has enhanced their footprint across seven global regions. We discuss how project managers can sift through a sea of options by focusing on meaningful, personalized interactions. As we chat about the evolution of construction software, you'...
Send us a text Join us as Thomas Beattie introduces the groundbreaking Eli Report, an AI-powered condo document review platform for real estate professionals. This innovative tool enables users to quickly and efficiently review condo documents by extracting relevant building issues from years of documentation in just minutes. We also delve into the profound impact of natural disasters, such as wildfires, on insurance strategies, highlighting how communities are adapting to maintain reasonable...
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