Data Distilled

In this episode of Data Distilled, we explore why Project Controls is the essential "navigator" for mission-critical construction. Matt Craske, former Global Head of Program Controls for Google’s data centers, joins JE Dunn’s Joe Schultz and Chris Kaestner to discuss moving beyond traditional project management into Operational Science. Whether you're a construction manager or controls professional, learn how computer vision, Lean principles, and data-driven truth are eliminating variance and waste on massive data center projects.

As the AI gold rush accelerates, the vital need for data centers is sometimes met with understandable "NIMBY" (Not In My Backyard) concerns regarding local impact. In this episode of Data Distilled, our Mission Critical leaders discuss these NIMBY hesitations head-on, unpacking how the industry is proactively solving big infrastructure challenges with innovations like non-evaporative cooling to save water and strategic tariffs to protect local power grids. Beyond the environmental solutions, we reveal the economic benefits these facilities bring to their host cities. Listen in on this conversation about how the mega campuses powering tomorrow's smart cities can actually become a positive addition to our own backyards.

In the second installment of our superintendent series with Justin Goodlaxson, JE Dunn's South Central Region's Director of Field Operations, and Noah Westlake, General Superintendent in the Mission Critical Group, Chris Teddy gets real about managing trade partners, conflict and how mentorships got them where they are today.

On the next installment of Data Distilled, Chris Teddy chats with Justin Goodlaxson, JE Dunn's South Central Region's Director of Field Operations, and Noah Westlake, General Superintendent in the Mission Critical Group. From how they started in the industry, to scheduling on large data center projects, they dissect the emotional intelligence it takes to manage these projects and teams. And you don't want to miss the second episode of this two part series.

Construction is often characterized as a male-dominated industry, visualized by hard hats and heavy equipment. But the landscape is shifting, and powerful women are leading the charge. In this episode of Data Distilled, we delve into the growing presence of women in the construction industry and the amazing projects they have worked on in the data center market. 

Join us as we distill the facts and amplify the voices of the women who are building beyond the blueprint, proving that a diverse and inclusive construction industry is not just a possibility, but a powerful reality.

The war for talent is real! In this episode, Chris Teddy uncovers the secrets to winning the battle with Lyndsey Lowrey, Regional HR Director, and Kristy Johnson, Talent Acquisition Manager. Learn from our industry experts about the latest recruitment trends and the key ingredients for creating a workplace that attracts and retains top performers.

Join Chris Teddy and Paul Neidlein, President of JE Dunn’s Advanced Facilities Group, as they dive into JE Dunn’s new Advanced Facilities Group and the advantages this division brings both internally and externally!

Chris Teddy, alongside Kevin Sears, JE Dunn Vice President Mission Critical, sits down to talk Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and how it permeates the Mission Critical industry. Joined by David Moody, Moody Construction and Fahteema Parrish, Parrish & Sons Construction – leaders of minority-owned companies building data centers, the four of them discuss experiences, challenges and opportunities for minority firms navigating this fast-paced market. 

Join Chris Teddy for the premiere episode of Data Distilled as he chats with Mission Critical industry leaders, Eanna Murphy, Chief Operating Officer of Global Design & Construction at Yondr Group and Dermot Callaghan, Senior Technical Program Manager Strategic Estimating at Google Data Centers. These three discuss how they've "grown up" together in the industry, where they see it going and bring a personal side to the data center industry!