Flintco Talks

In 2024, Flintco Renewable Energy and Alberici reached a major milestone together: selection as the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractor for two 128-MWdc (megawatt direct current) projects in central Illinois with owner, Adapture Renewables, Inc. (ARI). The Crooks Mill and Crooked Creek projects are expected to create more than 300 construction jobs and pump more than $250 million of economic impact into their local communities.

Alberici Operations Director Mike McCallum joined Flintco Talks Host Daniel Oates for an in-depth discussion about these two projects, the state of the utility-scale solar market, and what’s driving solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage projects.

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In February 2022, Flintco sent a 10-person team of volunteers to Rwanda with Bridges to Prosperity, a non-profit working in rural communities around the world, building pedestrian bridges that connect people and communities to healthcare, education, and other essential services.

It was a once-in-a-lifetime trip. Or so we thought.

The success of that first build brought us back to Rwanda two years later, this time with volunteers from Flintco and our sister company, Alberici. We traveled to the Muhanga (ma-hung-ga) District in Southern Rwanda for a 2-week stay in-country and helped complete a 103-meter hybrid suspension bridge along the Matovu (ma-toe-voo) Trail.

In February 2025, the next 10-person Flintco | Alberici team is returning to Rwanda to continue this vitally important work. Thanks to our trade partners and friends for your continued support! We invite you to join us again on our journey, building bridges to prosperity…

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Two-time Flintco intern and newly minted project engineer, Lane Reynolds, was searching for his career path when an influential conversation with his brother-in-law unlocked his calling. Lane grew up in Dripping Springs, Texas, in a family of educators whom he admires for their dedication and commitment. However, Lane chose a different road, one that led him to Texas A&M University and a degree in Construction Science. If you are a student considering a career in construction or know someone who is, Lane offers valuable insight from his college experience in this latest episode of Flintco Talks.

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Building a resilient workplace culture is critical to the long-term success of any organization. Fostering psychological safety, encouraging a growth mindset, and supporting the "whole person" is all part of what it takes to build a high-performing company.

In this episode of Flintco Talks, host Daniel Oates welcomes Dr. Karen Bridbord, Ph.D, a licensed psychologist and Chief Talent Officer for the Alberici/Flintco enterprise. Karen shares her expertise and insights in this thought-provoking discussion around leadership, mental health, and what it takes to build a more resilient workplace culture.

With a robust career spanning various industries, including law, technology, finance, the arts, and construction, Karen’s enterprise role revolves around talent development, succession planning, organizational development, and employee wellness. She is a respected voice in the media, frequently featured as a relationship expert in notable publications such as the New York Times, CNN, Men’s Journal, and Parade Magazine.

Join us to learn about Karen's inspiring personal journey and her practical advice for companies and individuals interested in creating a more resilient workplace.

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In this episode of Flintco Talks, Dano sits down with Shir Abecasis, CEO and founder of Firmus, and Michael Thole, Flintco’s Director of Quality, to discuss how cutting-edge AI is transforming the construction industry. Firmus specializes in analyzing construction documents, identifying design issues early, and improving the quality of projects using advanced data analytics. Hear from Shir as she shares her journey from a competitive ballerina in Israel to leading a tech company that's changing the construction landscape. Michael dives into how Flintco utilizes Firmus AI to streamline quality processes and ensure projects stay on track, while discussing the future of AI in the industry.

This episode covers:

-The role of AI in preventing costly design errors.

-The importance of clear communication through construction drawings.

-How AI is reshaping quality control in the construction process.

-Real-world examples of how Flintco is leveraging this tech to enhance projects.

-Don’t miss out on this fascinating conversation about the intersection of construction and technology!

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In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Flintco Talks, we cover one of the most pressing and often overlooked issues in the construction industry—suicide prevention. Join Central Texas industry leaders David Mahoney, Vice President, TCS Mechanical, Eric Gribble, Healthcare Core Market Leader, DPR Construction, and Kyle Smith, President, Capital Industries Mechanical Contractors in this heartfelt and honest conversation.

From personal stories of loss to actionable insights on creating positive change, this episode of Flintco Talks is another step in our collective journey to help keep our people safe both on the job and away from it. Don’t miss this crucial conversation that could help save lives. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out—help is available.

Links to all resources mentioned below ⬇️

VitalCog trainer contact- [email protected]

https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org

https://mysteadymind.com

https://rippleintent.org

https://www.constructionworkingminds.org

https://www.sallyspencerthomas.com

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Is value engineering a dirty word? Find out in this episode of Flintco Talks where host Daniel Oates, Senior Project Manager at Flintco, discusses Target Value Design (TVD) and preconstruction with Mackenzie McHale, AIA, EDAC, LEED AP BD+C, Office Director, Principal at HKS, Mark Montgomery, P.E., LEED AP, Senior Vice President at WSP, and Ed Smith, Vice President at Flintco. The group dives into how TVD breaks projects into manageable buckets, the importance of early trade partner involvement, and the benefits of constant collaboration. Learn how TVD can eliminate waste, reduce RFIs and change orders, and ultimately deliver a successful project that meets the owner's vision while maintaining budget and schedule.

As part of Safety Week 2024, we invited Steve Eikanger, President and CEO of Flintco, and Barry Nelson, Founder and CEO of FactorLab into the Flintco Talks studio with host Daniel Oates to talk about the power of having authentic conversations around safety and how that helps build trust and respect among the team.

The discussion centers around “SmartTagIt,” a video pre-task plan (PTP) application created by FactorLab and adopted by Flintco in 2023 that uses cell phone video to help crews get more engaged in safety planning in a language they understand. The application harnesses AI to help organize, translate, and analyze PTPs making them more effective in mitigating risk; the familiar interface looks like a social media news feed with "likes, comments and shares," which supports team engagement and helps develop leaders at every level while magnifying the Flintco Ethos.

Learn how SmartTagIt is helping Flintco:

• Gain real-time visibility into safety planning and team engagement

• Identify and amplify exemplary leadership practices at every level

• Address issues proactively before they impact safety, quality, or productivity

The Construction industry is facing an existential threat from a severe shortage of skilled tradespeople. The explosive growth in Austin and Central Texas since the early 2000s has accentuated the issue. Area educators, City leaders, and industry in general are taking notice. J. Norris Sebastian III, Career and Technical Education Director at Del Valle ISD sat down with Flintco Talks Host Daniel Oates to talk about the issue and what companies can do to help bolster workforce development programs at area high schools.

Mr. Sebastian shares his own career development journey starting as a culinary student, to executive chef and current high school administrator developing career and technical education programs that prepare students for real-world success. We dive deep into the impact of these programs on the community, the challenges of the current workforce shortage, and partnership opportunities for local businesses with area educators.

Whether you're interested in educational innovation, workforce development, or inspiring life stories, this episode of Flintco Talks is packed with insights and inspiration. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more engaging conversations!

Patti DeNucci, an award-winning author who helps professionals communicate better, joins Flintco Talks to discuss strategies for improving conversations and connections. DeNucci emphasizes making an intentional choice to build relationships through asking thoughtful questions, actively listening without judgment, assuming positive intent, and acknowledging others. She shares tactics like the "40-second rule" for being concise and aiming to listen 60% of the time. She advises starting small, with a consistent daily effort toward more authentic interactions. In this episode of Flintco Talks, we explore practical ways to create more caring, courageous conversations in service of stronger communities and mental health.