Builder Tactics
Episodes
Beneath the Surface: Itzik Malka on Future-Proofing America’s Infrastructure
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Damien sits down with Itzik Malka, Co-founder of 4M Analytics, to uncover one of the greatest threats to America’s infrastructure f...
Blue Collar AI with Chad Gill
19 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Builder Tactics, host Damien Edwards sits down with Chad Gill, founder of VAs for Construction, to explore a groundbreaking topic t...
Rebranding and Building Zen
12 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, I share some exciting news about rebranding the podcast to better align with my evolving creative projects and deeper mission. T...
Professional Development Part #2
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Construction Management Podcast! As we kick off 2025, we want to take a moment to focus on what you are going to do with the new year. ...
Builder Tactics Chapter #8 Time Management
08 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
During this episode, we dive into Chapter 8 of the recently updated book Builder Tactics: A Practical Guide to Construction Management. In this chapte...
Builder Tactics Chapter #6 Accounting
21 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
During this episode, we dive into Chapter 6 of the recently updated book, *Builder Tactics: A Practical Guide to Construction Management. In this chap...
Builder Tactics CHapter #5 Contracts
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join me for an insightful episode as we dive into Chapter 5 of the recently updated book, *Builder Tactics: A Practical Guide to Construction Manageme...
Builder Tactics Chapter #4 Job Site Management
12 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chapter 4 from the recently rewritten book Builder Tactics: A Practical Guide to Construction Management. It includes a detailed description of how ...
Relaunch Episode #3 Trash
05 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is another relaunch of a lost episode. In this episode, Jason and I discuss job site management, specifically trash. Trash is a plague on job sit...
Episode #2 Time Managmeent (Relaunch)
29 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is episode #2 from 2018. When we switched platforms, we lost a bunch of shows. Fortunately, I was able to dive deep into the archives and recover...
Builder Tactics Chapter #3
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is chapter 3 from the recently rewritten book Builder Tactics: A Practical Guide to Construction Management. It includes a detailed description o...
Builder Tactics Chapter #2
21 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is chapter 2 from the recently rewritten book Builder Tactics: A Practical Guide to Construction Management. It includes a detailed description...
Builder Tactics Chapter #1
14 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is chapter #1 from the recently rewritten book Builder Tactics: A Practical Guide to Construction Management. It includes an introduction to the ...
Professional Development
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason discuss how to evaluate your skill set and organize your professional development efforts.
Managing Underperforming Trade Partners
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason discuss the challenges of managing trade partners and how to build relationships with them. They also provide a framework for what to...
Dealing with Difficult Bosses and Clients
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is a classic from the archives, Jason and Damien talk with a listener about their experience with a difficult boss and give their perspective on ...
Reload Episode 54 How to Gain Respect as the New Guy
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason discuss how to gain respect as the new guy in the job site and establish yourself as part of the team. Note: This was a previously ...
Episode 63 State of the industry and knowing your worth
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason discuss the state of the industry, the effect of interest rates, and how to prove your worth in a very competitive market.
Episode 62 Don't get ripped off
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason discuss not getting ripped off. In classic style they are all over the map but spewing words of wisdom for any aspiring construction ...
Episode 59 Lyvwell
07 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the show Damien and Jason host Lyv Guimond from Lyvwell. Lyv shares some awesome advice and strategies for staying centered and focused. She ...
Episode 58 Establishing a Routine
17 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason discuss the importance of establishing a daily routine. Daily routines allow you to be consistent and efficient with your time while ...
Public Service Announcement
28 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The construction industry needs you NOW!!! This is a public service announcement to remind you to take action now. The construction industry is boomin...
Episode 57 Personal Development Part 1
28 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason discuss transitioning to new roles and how to add personal development tools to your professional life.
Episode 55 Part two Dealing with new building technology
04 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is part two of our latest roundtable. Damien and Jason discuss how to deal with new building technology, sort of. This was conducted at a brewery...
Episode 55 Part #1What we wish we had known when we started
29 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is part one of a two part round table. Damien and Jason sat down with some of their buddies that have been in construction for years and asked th...
Episode 53 Interview with Michael Zalle, founder of Yellowbird
02 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Damien talks safety with Michael Zalle, the founder of Yellow Bird. Yellow Bird is an on demand consulting company sorta like Uber for safety and envi...
Episode 52 Round Table on Material Shortages
03 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason invited some buddies to discuss the material shortages over a few beers. The conversation is riddled with advice for how to deal with...
Episode 50 Taking advantage of the current situation and re-branding your skills
30 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason discuss how to brand your self and prepare your resume to take advantage of the current situation. Companies are hiring again and now...
Episode 48 Purchasing materials and trades with Patti Wynkoop
11 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today Damien and Jason interview Patti Wynkoop. Patti is the Purchasing VP for a national home builder and has over 25 years experience in the busines...
Episode 47 Leadership styles
27 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason discuss leadership styles and transitioning from a dictatorial style of leadership in the military to civilian leadership styles of t...
CMP Episode 44 Dynamic Scheduling and staying flexible
01 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason vent about the current state of things and how much they hate wearing masks. They also discuss dynamic scheduling and the need to sta...
Episode 42 Interview with Yaron Dycian of Wint Water Intelligence
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Damien interviews Yaron Dycian from Wint Water Intelligence. They discuss the impact of water damage to construction projects and what...
Quick message to our listeners during this stressful time
23 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Just a quick message from the Construction Management Podcast, If you have down time due the Corona virus let's make the most of it. Take this opportu...
Episode 39 Home Aid NOVA
14 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason interview Kristyn Burr, Kristyn is the Executive Director and CEO of HomeAid Northern VA. HomeAid connects regional builders and hou...
Episode 38 Getting things done
08 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason go on for what seems like an eternity about checking the weather, knowing your site conditions and just getting things done. They als...
CMP Episode 32 Owning your job site and maintaining expectations
18 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason cover a huge range of subjects from safety to trash. The overwhelming message is to be a Construction Manager that owns their job and...
Trade Tactics #3 Interview with Danny Kerr from The Breakthrough Academy Part 2
10 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is part 2 of our interview with Danny Kerr from The Breakthrough academy. Damien and Danny continue their conversation and touch on topics includ...
Trade Tactics Episode 2 Interview with Danny Kerr from The Breakthrough Academy
05 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is part 1 in a 2 part interview with Danny Kerr from the Breakthrough Academy. Damien and Danny discuss some of the tools that BTA uses to maximi...
CMP Episode 30 Pre-Construction Planning
22 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason discuss how to plan for new projects to guarantee success, or at least make some money while delivering a quality product.
Trade Tactics #1 Paint and Drywall
11 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason interview Mitch Elmore, Vice President of HDS Drywall. The guys discuss the demands placed on drywall and paint contractors and how H...
CMP Episode 27 STRESS
22 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason talk about the health implications of stress and give some advice for how to manage it.
Episode 24 Trust but Verify
17 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason discuss the importance of trusting our trade partners but also verifying the work they do meets our quality standards is and is compl...
CMP Episode 21 Hard conversations for managers
12 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason discuss the importance of setting clear expectations for employees. They discuss daily corrections as well as how to manage annual ...
CMP Season 2 Episode 6 Frame Checks
02 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason discuss the importance of conducting frame checks immediately after the home is "dried in" and again after your mechanical trades are...
CMP Season 2 Episode 4 Ethics
14 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason discuss ethics on the job. We talk about the role of the construction manager as the leader on the job and how they influence others ...
Season 2 Episode 3 Building Science
26 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason discuss Building Science with Matthew Cooper of PEGENV.com. We discuss the thermal envelope, building systems and how the separate co...
S2 Episode 2 Critical Path Inspections
11 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason discuss inspections for critical stages of a construction project and give tips for what to look for and why.
Season 2 Episode 1 Technology
01 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason talk tech through the years in construction, sort of. Their focus is on construction management software programs and what to look ...
CMP Episode 6 Dirt
02 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason discuss sediment and erosion control AKA Dirt. In this episode the guys break down sediment and erosion control to it's simplest fo...
CMP Episode 4 Job Site Safety
21 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Damien and Jason continue their discussion on job site management. This week they are discussing safety on the job with their guest Jake Edwards. Th...