Most contractors don’t think about construction law—until it’s too late.

In this episode, Lee Banta of Peckar & Abramson joins us to unpack current legislation, contract risks, and legal trends impacting the Texas construction industry.
From protecting subcontractors to avoiding costly disputes, this conversation is a reminder that what’s in your contract matters just as much as the work you put in.
Because in this industry, what you don’t know can cost you.

Tune in as we break down one of the most important - and often overlooked - aspects of running a construction business today.

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In this episode of the Civil Matters Podcast, we sit down with David Kinchen for a powerful conversation on leadership, influence, and the long-term impact of policy on our industry.

David shares his career journey- from his roots as a fellow Auburn Tiger to his current work, including shaping conversations within the Texas legislative landscape. We explore how he became involved in state-level policy, what he’s learned from being closer to the legislative process than most, and what the future may hold for the water, wastewater, and infrastructure sectors.

Is the political arena really a “swamp”? What does the landscape actually look like from the inside? And in a time marked by division, is there a realistic path toward unity?

This episode challenges listeners to think beyond the jobsite- and consider how influence, policy, and leadership shape the future of our industry and our country.

Clarifications: After recording, we identified a few items that needed clarification for accuracy:

• SB7 is funded through revenue funds, not property taxes.
• The correct term is ASR (Aquifer Storage and Recovery).
• The referenced savings amount was $93,000,000 converted.
• HB 2269 was signed into law in 2012.

In this episode of the Civil Matters Podcast, we sit down with Bill Brooks, District Manager at Insperity, for a thoughtful conversation on HR, PEOs, and the role people strategies play in building strong organizations.

Bill breaks down what HR support and PEO partnerships actually look like in practice, while also diving into broader cultural topics - exploring masculinity in today’s workplace, how past norms have shaped modern leadership, and why vulnerability and honesty are essential traits for effective leaders.

This impactful episode offers practical insight and meaningful perspective for leaders looking to build healthier teams and stronger workplace cultures.

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In this episode of the Civil Matters Podcast, we sit down with Alex Kraft, Founder and CEO of Heave, Inc., to talk leadership, hiring, and building strong teams in a changing industry. 

Having started Heave only 5 years ago, Alex has built something truly innovative - bringing independent mechanics directly to civil jobsites for all field service needs. Today, Heave serves contractors across TX, FL, GA, NC, and TN as a mobile, one-stop-shop solution for civil equipment service. 

Tune in as we dive into what it takes to lead in today's industry, navigate talent shortages, and adapt to evolving workplace expectations.

When starting a civil company, a key ingredient is support from vendors. One of our biggest supporters has been RDO, who joins us to discuss the equipment industry and something closer to home - our guest started a non-profit to teach kids about ATV/UTV safety after losing their child to an UTV accident. 

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Discussing how the construction insurance market might be affected by new regulation, talking about old times, and new times with a former Dallas Cowboys player.

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With the new president, comes new policies - how might this affect the labor shortages in the construction market, specifically in the civil industry?

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