Deliberate Words

In this episode we chat with John Sier, an attorney and partner with a Detroit law firm - Kitch Drutchas Wagner Valitutti & Sherbrook. John works with construction owners and in this conversation, he identifies the challenges the industry is facing, what solutions are being applied, such as prefab and modular, -and what are the legal implications and contracting considerations what must the owner consider, in order to create success moving forward? Listen in on Deliberate Words while Dave Stutzman and Steve Gantner chat with John Sier as they visit lessons learned and how they are creating new construction trends, and why it is extremely important to look at them through the critical lens of an attorney. 

Our guests this month are Jim Beck from Allegheny Health Network, John Reddick from Stantec (Pittsburgh), and Mark Petzold from Highmark, and they teach us how they have Perfected the RFP.  Here is a question for our listeners: How confident are you with your RFPs (Requests for Proposal)? Whether you are writing them or answering them, the words in them matter immensely! In this episode we chat with an owner, an architect, and a procurement specialist who have perfected the RFP process.  They have worked together to create content that benefits all parties reducing confusion, frustration, and risk; while gaining clarity, confidence, and time.  

We are thrilled to welcome the hosts of the incredibly popular podcast The Construction Brothers - Tyler and Eddie Campbell!  Join us as they talk about tea, tech, people, and process and how it all fits into the feedback loop. Their podcast has led them to learning so much about the AECO industry, and they use this platform to share it with the world.  Their shows are incredibly fun, jam packed with great content and awesome guests.  In addition to their show, Eddie is a 6th generation constructor, and current owner of ABSI - a company that specializes in steel design and BIM. Tyler is an amazing story builder who works with companies to share their products and services.  He investigates technologies and shares his findings with the world in a unique perspective.
Take a listen to our crazy conversation and how we go from the proper way to drink tea to where the industry can and must improve.
And definitely check out the Construction Brothers podcast!

We are thrilled to welcome the hosts of the incredibly popular podcast: The Construction Brothers - Tyler and Eddie Campbell.  Dave & Steve had a great time chatting about tea, tech, people, and processes.  As a 6th generation constructor and COO of ABSI, Eddie has tremendous insight to how critical the feedback loop is within a company and on the project team.  Tyler is a fantastic story builder who investigates products and tech in the AECO industry, and then shares his discoveries in a unique way. Through their curiosity and interest to understand different facets of the industry, their knowledge has growing through their podcast. Now we tap into it on Deliberate Words.  

Our guest, Lauren Harris, Associate AIA, is the BIM manager at L2P.  She received the Associate of the Year Award in 2019, at the AIA-NJ Gala, which is where we met her and learned about her fascinating story of entering into architecture.  Her path to becoming an architect and her impact on the industry, truly embodies the feminine qualities of a woman. 

 Learn more about:
- Her journey going back to school during motherhood (she has 4 children) and discussion on women in architecture programs.
- Her passion for nurturing the next generation through amazing educational involvement. STEAM Tank Competition

- Her drive for bettering architecture and construction through her many volunteer positions. Regional Associates Director for AIA-NJ, Chair of East Coast Green Conference, AIA Grass Roots Conference

In this episode "Swimming Against the Current", Stewart Carroll, President of Beck Technology chats with us about how they use strong cultural practices, technology, and the regimented mindset of a swimmer athlete to improve the Main Stream in the construction industry.  This conversation is very timely with focus on talent acquisition and retainage in the industry, as well as how technology is playing a critical role in transparency and collaboration on projects. 

We welcome Stewart Carroll, President of Beck Technologies. He chats with us about how they use strong cultural practices, technology, and the regimented mindset of a swimmer athlete to improve the Main Stream in the construction industry.  This conversation is very timely with focus on talent acquisition and retainage in the industry, as well as how technology is playing a critical role in transparency and collaboration on projects.  

Stewart Carroll, president of Beck Technologies, chats with us about how his firm uses strong cultural practices, technology, and the regimented mindset of a swimmer athlete to improve the Main Stream in the construction industry.  This conversation is very timely with focus on talent acquisition and retainage in the industry, as well as how technology is playing a critical role in transparency and collaboration on projects.  

How often do you feel like you are on a bucking bull, and loosing control of the reigns, when your project enters VE? We kick off our second season chatting with Marcene Taylor, president of MTI, professional and continuous estimator. We learn the different between cost estimating and cost management, and how crucial the role of an estimator is on the project team.  She will explain how NOT to get bucked out of budget and stay within 5%. 

Welcome to the show Brian Perlberg, Esq., CM-Lean! Brian is a nationally recognized law attorney who serves as Executive Director and Senior Council for ConsensusDocs, a unique and durable coalition that attracts over 40 leading construction associations to create and sell best practice standard construction documents.  

In addition to learning about Brian's favorite part of fall - Pomegranates and the secret to de-seeding them, he provides us with a wide knowledge of what ConsensusDocs is all about - a MUST listen to for anyone using contracts on their project.   He covers:
- The History of ConsensusDocs
- Using AI in contracts
- The newest addition of Pre-Fab docs
- Dive into Design Assist docs
- Transactional Waste
- Market for risk
- Price escalation considerations