In this episode of The Results Loading... podcast, I chat with Brian Hanlen, Director of Constructability at Poss Architecture, to break down what’s really happening in the high-end construction industry. From luxury builds in Aspen, Utah, and Montana to navigating industry-wide mentorship failures, Brian shares his firsthand experience managing multi-million dollar projects, overcoming supply chain nightmares, and ensuring projects don’t spiral out of control.

(0:10) Welcome and introduction to Brian Hanlen

(1:10) Brian's career journey, early influences, and transition to Steamboat Springs

(7:13) Managing challenges in high-end construction and architect collaboration

(18:54) Retaining talent and the impact of COVID on real estate markets

(23:46) Overcoming construction challenges in Aspen's weather and market

(34:18) Effective communication and managing client expectations

(39:12) Mentoring and addressing the skills gap in construction

(46:11) Overcoming workforce language barriers and inflated self-worth

(49:20) Early problem-solving and mindset shifts in construction

(52:46) Bridging the academic-industry gap and countering the brain drain

(58:04) Innovations and opportunities in the design-build industry

(1:00:28) Strengthening builder-architect relationships

(1:01:17) The impact of technology on building

(1:01:38) Conclusion and thanks to Brian Hanlen