The Construction Corner

John “Ozzie” Nelson Jr. is Chairman and CEO of NELSON Worldwide, an award-winning design, architecture, branding, and consulting services organization operating across the country and globe. Under Ozzie’s leadership, the firm expanded from a one-office, traditional interior design firm with a single core competency to its current state of more than 22 locations, 10 different practice areas, and multiple fully integrated service lines. Since Ozzie became CEO of NELSON in 2003, the firm has executed more than 45 merger/acquisitions, taking NELSON from the rank of #37 in the industry to multiple “Top 10” rankings with growth of more than 500 percent.

Link to Ozzie’s podcast, Unlocking Value with Ozzie Nelson: https://nelsonworldwide.com/podcast/

Link to our NELSON website: https://nelsonworldwide.com/

NELSON Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nelsonworldwide/

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Welcome to the Construction Corner Podcast! In this episode, host Dillon dives into the evolving world of construction, exploring how AI, automation, and better systems are transforming the industry.

Dillon shares practical insights on boosting productivity, lowering costs, and staying competitive through technology and effective training. He discusses the challenges firms face when adopting new tools, the importance of onboarding and upskilling the next generation, and how to create a culture of continuous improvement.

Whether you are a firm owner, engineer, or construction professional, you'll find actionable strategies for leveraging automation, building strong teams, and future-proofing your business. Tune in for real-world advice, leadership tips, and inspiring interviews with industry experts!

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Today on The Construction Corner Podcast, I'm joined by Ryan Easterling, PE, who is the Electrical Engineering manager at Burns and McDonnell for their power division out of their Chicago Office.I selfishly get to nerd out a little this week about power systems and the huge rise in demand that AI and data centers are creating.What is probably the most interesting and going to cause some of the biggest engineering challenges is the availability of equipment. As Ryan talks about in this clip - Utilities are already taking manufacturing slots in 2030!! How crazy is that?We cover a lot more in the utility world and some items that large users should be looking at. Flywheels anyone?Try Surfboard & Autocircuit for free. Unlock $10,000 in credits. Put $500 down today. Hit activation in 7 days—your $500 is waived—no risk. After 14 days, if you don't save at least 10 hours, we'll give you an additional $5,000 in credits.

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Welcome to Construction Corner! In this episode, host Dillon sits down with Jake Stone, President of Marcy Engineering in New York, for an in-depth conversation about building a successful career and business in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry.

Jake shares his journey from tinkering as a kid to running his own engineering firm, offering practical advice for aspiring engineers and entrepreneurs. Discover the importance of hands-on experience, the value of internships, and why communication and adaptability are key in construction. Jake and Dillon discuss lessons learned from both small and large firms, the realities of starting your own business, and the evolving future of construction—from modular building to the impact of technology.

Whether you’re a student, a young professional, or a seasoned engineer, this episode is packed with insights on career growth, leadership, and the business side of engineering. Tune in for real-world stories, actionable tips, and inspiration to help you thrive in the construction industry!

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Jake Maxey runs NLS Engineering Consultancy and hosts The Impactful Engineer podcast. He believes in paying it forward, helping engineers with the systems and judgment he wished he’d had earlier. His guiding principle: you’re best suited to help the person you once were. That's what he does with The Impactful Engineer.

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Do you need to know how to implement AI and automation into your workflow. This episode tells you how.

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Eric Serna is a Northern California construction and electrical contracting executive recognized for building high performing teams, strengthening operational discipline, and delivering complex commercial, institutional, and multi family projects.

With leadership roles at Helix Electric and CMD Electric, he has driven large scale project success across higher education campuses, civic facilities, mission-critical infrastructure, hospitality, and multi unit residential developments.

Eric is known for elevating field execution, safety culture, and workforce development while partnering closely with general contractors, developers, and owners to drive schedule, quality, and financial performance.

His leadership style blends strategic planning with hands-on jobsite experience, creating trusted project teams and lasting industry partnerships.

A long-time advocate for the merit-shop construction industry, Eric serves on regional Associated Builders & Contractors boards, supporting industry advancement, leadership pipelines, and contractor success throughout Northern California.

Outside of work, he remains committed to community and youth development through sports and charitable initiatives.

In this episode we cover how to get your start in construction.

Why learning and mentorship is extremely important.

We cover some great books to read and how to develop yourself.

The cornerstone of communication.

And so much more!

https://cmdelectric.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-serna-a8310755/

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IS AI The future? How can you set yourself up for success?

Find out in this episode.

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