What does it take to go from military engineer to running a successful construction business? In this episode, Preston shares how he built his company from scratch — and the real lessons that helped him grow fast.

We dive into the importance of systems, job costing, and why most contractors lose money on estimating. Preston breaks down how better organization, communication, and tracking your numbers can completely change your construction business.

From landing early clients to finishing projects ahead of schedule, this episode is packed with practical insights for contractors looking to improve efficiency, profitability, and control.

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Chapters / Timestamps

00:00 – Intro & Contractor Success Story
02:10 – From Army Engineer to Business Owner
06:45 – Residential vs Commercial Work Reality
11:20 – Why Most Contractors Lose Money on Estimating
16:30 – Systems That Improve Job Costing & Profitability
22:10 – Corporate Construction vs Small Business
27:40 – Leadership Lessons from the Military
33:00 – How to Get Your First Construction Clients
38:20 – Tools & Software That Actually Help Contractors
44:00 – Final Advice for Contractors