Best Offsite Construction Podcasts (2024)

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Communication & Collaboration: How Successful Modular Design and Fabrication Teams Work w/ Mid-Rise Modular 54:12

18d ago54:12

54:12

Peter DeMaria and Diego Rivera of Mid-Rise Modular unpack the intricate dynamics of integrating modern architectural methods into successful multi-story modular projects. Peter and Diego also share their insights on the logistical challenges and precision required in modular construction. The discussion highlights how aesthetics and technical exper…

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Psychological Safety in the Construction Workplace 22:08

27d ago22:08

22:08

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and and Carly Trout chat with Justin Ganschow with Caterpillar Safety Services. Together, they discuss psychological safety in the construction industry, focusing on the need to create an environment where workers feel safe in sharing concerns and speaking up about unsafe practic…

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Exploring the Opportunities of Mortgage Services for Modular Home Builders w/ DHA Financial 15:27

2M ago15:27

15:27

Danny Langerman, CEO at DHA Financial, shares details and answers questions about DHA's new way for modular home builders, manufacturers, and developers to expand their verticals and create new income streams for their businesses by adding mortgage and title services. Support the Show.

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Climbing the Career Ladder in Construction Management 32:14

2M ago32:14

32:14

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and and Carly Trout chat with Coty Fournier, a professional talent development and growth strategist in the construction industry. Explore invaluable insights drawn from Coty's 30-year journey in construction management, including the pivotal role of mentors, effective strategies…

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Building Container-Based Homes to Combat the Housing Crisis in Southern California & Beyond w/ Strategic Habitats 18:01

3M ago18:01

18:01

Cory Segall, co-founder of Southern California-based Strategic Habitats, discusses his company's approach to building shipping container-based homes, the viability of containers as a long-term housing option, and their potential for combatting the housing crisis in San Diego, across the state of California, and beyond. Support the Show.…

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Exploring Switzerland's Large-Scale Infrastructure Projects 23:05

3M ago23:05

23:05

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and and Carly Trout chat with Penny Tilghman, senior advisor of infrastructure with the Embassy of Switzerland. Join them as they they dive into the challenges, successes, and future outlook of Switzerland's ambitious infrastructure projects. Gain insights into the coordination a…

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Insights into Affordable Modular Housing in England, the US, and Around the World w/ Homes England 22:20

3M ago22:20

22:20

Edward Jezeph, senior manager and MMC lead at Homes England, the UK government's housing delivery organization, discusses his recent international travels to Japan, Sweden, and multiple states within the Unites States to learn more about modular housing manufacturing capabilities and business models. Edward shares the insights he gained during his …

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"The Insanity of Persistance": How FK Architecture Perfected Its Modular Design Methodology 40:39

4M ago40:39

40:39

Managing Principal Gary Badge and Senior Designer Manny Lamarche of Orlando-based FK Architecture return to talk about how their modular building design methodologies have evolved over the past several years as they've gained experience and built partnerships within the industry. Gary and Manny also discuss their new modular housing prototype desig…

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Exploring Quality Management in Construction 24:04

4M ago24:04

24:04

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and and Carly Trout chat with Brian Cresenzi, senior resident engineer at Gannett Fleming. Join them as they explore the intricacies of quality management in construction. The discussion covers the importance of seamless communication, managing unexpected challenges, fostering a …

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Fostering Inclusivity in the Construction Industry 27:36

4M ago27:36

27:36

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and guest host Kenzie Durrell chat with Anne Timmermans, a senior consultant from Parametrix, and Adam Walkowiak, associate vice president at Michael Baker International. Together, they explore the crucial topics of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging within the construct…

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Key Considerations & FAQs of Offsite Construction Insurance w/ Maslon LLP 13:33

5M ago13:33

13:33

Jevon Bindman, partner at Minneapolis-based law firm Maslon LLP, answers questions and offers advice about choosing and crafting insurance policies for offsite construction projects. As a litigator, Jevon works with clients in a range of industries, with a focus on assisting policyholders in insurance coverage disputes and representing stakeholders…

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Strategies for Navigating Risk in Pre-Construction 27:32

5M ago27:32

27:32

On the season 3 premier of the Construction Leaders Podcast, we discuss risk management in pre-construction. Join CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout as they chat with Steve Dell'Orto, founder & CEO of ConCntric. They talk about specific pre-construction risks, pre-construction activities with the greatest ROI to reduce risk, balancing predictability …

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The Value-Add of Offsite Construction Project Management Software w/ Offsight 24:35

5M ago24:35

24:35

Vikas Murali, CEO of Offsight, discusses the advantages that offsite factory owners and manufacturers can realize through the use of customized project management software. Vikas talks about the development and capabilities of his company's Offsight software platform, as well as about how his background in enterprise software development—combined w…

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Achieving Engineering Excellence in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 36:09

7M ago36:09

36:09

On the season 2 finale of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout chat with Kenny Simmons, chief of construction for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and Mackenzie Searle, senior construction engineer for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. They talk about the future of the organization and some of the current projects the…

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28 Pounds of Innovation: How ModCribs is Changing the Game for Modular Set Crews w/ ModCribs 34:35

8M ago34:35

34:35

Scott Bridger, co-founder of ProSet Modular, introduces his newest venture: ModCribs. Nearly indestructible and only 28 pounds apiece, ModCribs modular cribbing units bring ease and efficiency to modular manufacturers and set crews. In this episode, Scott describes the evolution and benefits of product itself, shares how project stakeholders can br…

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Dual Perspectives on the Importance of Insurance Crafted Specifically for Modular Builders w/ OneDigital & Wilmot Modular 20:21

9M ago20:21

20:21

Nick Ververis, Principal at OneDigital, and Mike Wilmot, CEO and co-founder of Wilmot Modular, discuss the advantages of having specially-designed insurance policies so that modular builders and manufacturers can best manage risk. Nick speaks to his past experience as both a modular manufacturer and his current role as an insurance professional whi…

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Creating a Diverse and Welcoming Culture 34:13

9M ago34:13

34:13

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout chat with Brynn Huneke, director of diversity and inclusion at Associated General Contractors of America, and Henry Nutt, III, preconstruction executive at Southland Industries. They talk about making a commitment to Culture of Care and being a part of a welcoming…

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Volumetric Building with Vaughan Buckley 23:08

9M ago23:08

23:08

Art Schmon, Managing Director IWBC, interviews Vaughan Buckley, CEO of Volumetric Building Companies to discuss the advantages offsite modular building.It's the orchestration of bringing together:-Technology-enabled design process-Precision-driven manufacturing capabilities-Project-proven volumetric set and construction expertiseEnsures faster deli…

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Advancements in Safeguarding Construction Contracts 27:34

9M ago27:34

27:34

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout chat with Josh Levy, co-founder and CEO of Document Crunch. They talk about recent advancements in the construction contract document space.By Construction Management Association of America

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Offsite Technology for the Construction Industry 30:24

10M ago30:24

30:24

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout chat with Greg Oniskey, senior finance specialist at MODLOGIQ. They talk about offsite technology and the difference between pre-fabrication and modular construction, including complexity, pricing and procurement.By Construction Management Association of America

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Diversifying the Construction Industry 34:07

11M ago34:07

34:07

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout chat with Barbara Reynolds CCM, PMP, senior project manager at Parsons; Carol Holland, PE, vice president at Dewberry; and Doreen Bartoldus, PE, CCM, water wastewater construction management leader at Jacobs and past president of the National Association of Women …

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Combatting Suicide in the Construction Industry 20:09

12M ago20:09

20:09

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout chat with Stuart Binstock, the president and CEO of the Construction Financial Management Association. They talk about suicide prevention, why suicide is so prevalent in the construction industry, and suicide prevention programs the CFMA has supported within the i…

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A Different Picture of Mobile Parks with Patrick Grimes 28:27

1y ago28:27

28:27

Did you know that there are actually beautiful and luxurious mobile home parks? Sadly, though, there is that stigma that mobile homes are trailer trash, a haven for proliferation of drugs and all of those negativity projected by the media. In this episode, Franco had the opportunity to speak to Patrick Grimes, a mobile home park advocate. They talk…

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A Future in Fiberglass: New Frontiers for Modular Construction w/ Futuro Houses 22:08

1y ago22:08

22:08

Anthony Corpora, CEO at Futuro Houses, joins the podcast to talk about the potential of fiberglass as a modular building material. Anthony also shares the history of Futuro's whimsical-yet-modern UFO House revival and its plans to build upon its success in the marine, camper, and RV industries to offer a variety of fiberglass-formed modular and "ti…

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A New Era of Homeownership: The Growing Popularity of Land Lease Communities with Scott Stroud 32:14

1y ago32:14

32:14

In this episode, we delved into the advantages of manufactured housing as a more efficient approach to constructing homes. While this concept was once questioned ten years ago, our guest Scott Stroud explained why it hasn't become widely adopted in mainstream construction in the United States. The conversation highlighted the need to challenge nega…

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What the US Construction Industry Can Learn About Offsite Construction? with Gerry McCaughey 27:31

1y ago27:31

27:31

It's time to talk about the future of construction in the US! In this episode, host Franco Perez had an interesting conversation with Gerry McCaughey, CEO of Entekra and strong proponent of offsite construction technology. He gives an unbiased view in comparing the US construction industry as with that in Europe. Originally from Ireland, but now li…

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How 360° Reality Capture Is Transforming Construction Management 27:47

1y ago27:47

27:47

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout chat with Stephen DeVito, director of technology at Procon Consulting and member of CMAA's Technology Committee. They talk about 360° Reality Capture and its effect on the construction management industry, costs of implementing such technology, and how it impacts …

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Navigating the Future of Housing with Chris Nicely 24:27

1y ago24:27

24:27

In this episode, we challenge the prevailing notion that housing security is unattainable and stagnant. Our guest, Chris Nicely, a seasoned professional with over 27 years of experience in the manufactured homes industry, sheds light on the potential of manufactured housing to fulfill the needs of home buyers at a fraction of the cost of traditiona…

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From Stress Comes Strength: Developing the Construction Workforce of Tomorrow w/ Kevin O'Connor, Host of This Old House 37:01

1y ago37:01

37:01

Kevin O'Connor, longtime host of the Emmy Award-winning series This Old House, joins the podcast to share his perspective on the benefits of offsite construction practices in residential construction. Kevin also talks about This Old House's Generation NEXT initiative, the construction industry's worker shortage, and how professionals within the ind…

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It's Not Just a Container: Capturing the Imagination w/ Falcon Structures 26:15

1y ago26:15

26:15

Stephen Shang, co-founder and CEO at Falcon Structures, joins the podcast to talk about the current uses and still-unrealized potential for shipping container-based buildings. Stephen also speaks to the nature and importance of MBI's work in creating container-friendly building codes. Lastly, Stephen provides an overview of his work with MBI's Gove…

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A Bird's Eye View of the Middle Eastern Modular Construction Market w/ MMY Global 27:44

1y ago27:44

27:44

Robin Bartram Brown, Managing Director of London-based international consultancy firm MMY Global and Dr. Anas Bataw, Managing Director for Heriot Watt University's Centre for Excellence in Smart Construction in Dubai, join the podcast to talk about the rapid acceptance and growth of modular construction in Saudi Arabia and around the Middle East. R…

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The Five Levels of Commitment for Your Construction Management Business 22:49

1y ago22:49

22:49

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout chat with Rebecca Jones, FCMAA, founder of SafeworkCM. They talk about the five levels of commitment and how they relate to business and life in general. Show notes Five Levels of Commitment https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/86742-the-5-levels-of-commitment …

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Advocating for the Construction Industry 21:35

1y ago21:35

21:35

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout chat with CMAA's President and CEO Andrea S. Rutledge, CAE, and members of CMAA's Government Advocacy Committee, Dave Crosson from HNTB and Ed Pogreba with Procon Consulting. They talk about new initiatives of the committee, how these initiatives affect the constr…

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Modular Design & Development 101: How to Start a Modular Building Project w/ LAI Design Group 26:20

1+ y ago26:20

26:20

Ken Puncerelli, CEO of Denver-based LAI Design Group, discusses his experience with modular building design and development and offers helpful tips and advice for both young developers and experienced developers who aren't familiar with the modular construction process. Ken also talks about his upcoming presentation at MBI's upcoming 2023 World of …

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The Whys and Hows of Mergers & Acquisitions in the Construction Space 26:51

1+ y ago26:51

26:51

On this episode of the Construction Leaders Podcast, CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout chat with Dan Doyon with Maxim Consulting about mergers and acquisitions in the construction management industry and navigating through the M&A process. They discuss reasons why a company would want to acquire another company, why the construction industry is so p…

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Expanding What's Possible in Modular Construction Logistics w/ Stream Modular 21:50

1+ y ago21:50

21:50

Carson Holmquist, co-founder and CEO of Stream Logistics, returns to Inside Modular to announce Stream Modular, a new division within Stream Logistics, and to talk about his company's recent investments into the growth of Stream's modular construction logistical capabilities. Carson goes into detail about the logistical challenges of modular constr…

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Navigating and Minimizing Disputes and Claims 31:15

1+ y ago31:15

31:15

On the season 2 premier of the Construction Leaders Podcast, we discuss dispute resolution. Join CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout as they chat with Joe Seibold, executive vice president with Arcadis, and Roy Cooper, senior vice president Arcadis. They talk about top causes for disputes, how to minimize claims, the importance of getting a constructi…

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Doing the Math: How a Focus on Precision is Defining Modular Construction w/ METALOQ 26:47

1+ y ago26:47

26:47

Julian Bowron, founder and chief technology officer at METALOQ, joins the podcast to talk about how advancements in precision building are helping power the modular construction industry. Julian also discusses his experience inventing products for the offsite and modular construction industries (among others) and about the process he follows when c…

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Workforce Housing Solutions in South America: Designs, Timetables, Logistics & More w/ Tecno Fast 14:35

1+ y ago14:35

14:35

Cristian Ossa, commercial manager at South America-based Tecno Fast, joins Inside Modular to talk about the role and scale of its workforce housing projects in countries across South America. Cristian also discusses the logistics and challenges inherent to remote worksite camps and about Tecno Fast's recent growth into the North American and Europe…

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Notes From a Growing Manufacturer: New Projects and Lessons Learned w/ FullStack Modular 13:10

1+ y ago13:10

13:10

Roger Krulak, founder of FullStack Modular, joins the podcast to talk about the growth of his modular manufacturing company and the exciting projects FullStack and its partners have in the pipeline. Roger also shares some of the lessons learned from his career in modular and gives advice to up and coming modular manufacturers. Support the Show.…

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Wearable Technologies: Costs, Benefits and Overcoming Objections 33:54

1+ y ago33:54

33:54

On the season 1 finale of the Construction Leaders podcast, we continue our conversation about technology in construction by discussing wearables. Join CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout as they chat with Jarvis Alridge with HNTB, Justin Jacobsen with MBP, and Doug Matthews with Guardhat. They talk about the costs and benefits of wearable technologie…

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Digitalization in Construction 18:42

1+ y ago18:42

18:42

Join CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout as they chat with Mark Fergus, executive vice president at Cumming Group. They discuss the findings of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors’ 2022 report on digitalization in construction. Show notes Download the RICS report here: https://www.rics.org/globalassets/rics-website/media/knowledge/research/rese…

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Rebuilding Ukraine: What Modular Manufacturers, Dealers, and Developers Need to Know w/ OFC Inc. 20:24

1+ y ago20:24

20:24

Bruce Talley, chief operating officer of OFC Inc., discusses the current conditions inside Ukraine, including the state of its infrastructure and housing, and recounts his personal experience and observations from recent visits. Bruce also shares important information for modular companies looking to help in the relief and rebuilding efforts. Suppo…

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Talking Surety Bonds and Minimizing Risks 26:24

1+ y ago26:24

26:24

Join CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout as they chat with Mark McCallum, CEO of the National Association of Surety Bond Producers (NASBP), and Nick Newton, agency president of Newton Bonding and current president of NASBP. They explain why surety bonds are so important to the construction industry, and provide advice to make sure you’re taking the ri…

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Shaping the future of the workforce through STEM 22:08

1+ y ago22:08

22:08

Join CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout as they chat with Chad White with Bowers & Kubota, and Jill Rafter from Engineering is Elementary. The four talk about programs that ensure STEM training and materials are available to promote engineering and computer science in the classroom, bringing construction and engineering to the forefront for all stude…

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Current Challenges and Opportunities Facing the Modular Construction Industry w/ MBI Board Chair Mike Wilmot 11:53

1+ y ago11:53

11:53

Mike Wilmot, co-founder/president of Wilmot Modular and chair of MBI's Board of Directors, discusses the host of the challenges facing the modular construction industry and how MBI is working to meet those challenges. Mike also explores all the opportunities that lie ahead, including the immediate needs for affordable housing, disaster relief, and …

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The Impact of a Second Generation Leadership Transition 28:48

2y ago28:48

28:48

Join CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout as they chat with Chris Payne, PE, CCM, and John MacKay, PE, CCM, CFCC, from MBP. The four talk about second generation leadership transitions within construction firms, and specifically, how such a transition directly impacted their organization.By Construction Management Association of America

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Inside Moxy Oakland: The Bay Area's Newest Multi-Level Modular Hotel 27:17

2y ago27:17

27:17

Ken Lowney, president and CEO of Lowney Architecture, discusses the design and construction of Oakland's newest hotel, Moxy Oakland Downtown. This award-winning project is the first modular development for Moxy Hotels. Ken talks about the hotel itself, some of the challenges his team faced during the building's construction, and how he was able to …

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CMAA’s Strategic Framework and Its Impact on the Industry 27:46

2y ago27:46

27:46

Join CMAA's Nick Soto and Carly Trout as they chat with CMAA's President and CEO Andrea S. Rutledge, CAE, and CMAA's Board Chair Brian J. McCarthy PE, CCM. The four talk about the organization's strategic framework, its vision, and the impact it has on the future of the construction industry.By Construction Management Association of America

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Embracing Steel: How One Manufacturer is Transitioning from Containers to Full Volumetric Modular Construction w/ CRATE Modular 22:03

2y ago22:03

22:03

Rich Rozycki, CEO at CRATE Modular, talks about CRATE's recent transition to building with light-gauge steel and how that has affected their factory and building processes. Rich also talks about CRATE's inclusion of "incremental automation," the possibilities and benefits of their approach to automation, and about how BIM modeling will soon change …

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