How do proactive planning and strong relationships create safer, more successful projects?

In this episode of Beyond Prequalification, David Tibbetts, CSP, Chief Safety Officer at Highwire, talks with Robert Pieters, Safety Manager at Riley Construction, about how engagement, empathy, and planning form the foundation of Riley’s safety approach.

Robert shares how six-week lookaheads help identify and plan for high-risk work, how leadership walks strengthen trust across teams, and why training moments in the field often make the biggest impact. He also discusses Riley’s commitment to developing the next generation through pre-apprenticeship programs and hands-on learning experiences.

Whether you’re leading crews or managing programs, this episode offers practical ways to improve communication, elevate performance, and build safer projects through partnership.

Learn more at highwire.com.