This is a recording of the live event we did at Vanish Brewery in Leesburg VA. Damien and Jason interview Ben Frick to discuss his journey in construction management from his teenage years in Vo-Tec to his current position in land development. We also interview Jonathan Staples, the owner of Vanish Brewery.  Jonathan discusses his vision for the brewery and we discuss how he was able to expand the buildings and the challenges he faced operating as his own general contractor.  It was a great event and we plan on having many more in the near future. We would also like to thank Truewerktools.com for proving awesome giveaways for the event.  Go to truewerktools.com and use promo code CMP18 to receive 18% of your first order.

Damien and Jason basically shoot the shit for about 25 minutes.  There is actually a ton if info about the construction management profession, including stats, help with resumes and a brief discussion about different pathways after you gain some experience. We even make you an offer offer to help you get into the industry. Enjoy.

Damien and Jason discuss the importance of setting clear expectations for employees.  They discuss daily corrections as well as how to manage annual evaluations and everything in between. This is a must listen to for any manager that wants to elevate the people around them.

Damien and Jason discuss the difference between being a "Builder" versus being a scheduler. Be a builder, its better.

Damien and Jason talk technology and the future of construction management with Felix Vasquez, the CEO of Hyphen Solutions. Hyphen Solutions is the creator of Build Pro and Supply Pro, two of the most widely used construction management software platforms in use today.  

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Damien and Jason discuss the importance of conducting frame checks immediately after the home is "dried in" and again after your mechanical trades are complete. They also discuss Damien's new blood lust to go hunting.

Damien and Jason discuss how to handle trade partners that are not performing at an optimal level to maintain your production schedule or standards. This includes documentation and a let me help you, help yourself attitude.

Damien and Jason discuss ethics on the job. We talk about the role of the construction manager as the leader on the job and how they influence others around them. This is a must listen too for anyone in the building industry.

Damien and Jason discuss Building Science with Matthew Cooper of PEGENV.com. We discuss the thermal envelope, building systems and how the separate components work together to produce high performance homes.

Damien and Jason discuss inspections for critical stages of a construction project and give tips for what to look for and why.