Mass Construction Show

A New Way to Engage with Mass Construction: Discord

20 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we chat with Chris Brindamour Director of Scheduling at Consigli, Dan Connolly President at Block Builde...

Industry Perception- Ed O'Keefe Local #63

06 Jul 2021

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In this episode of the Mass Construction Show Ed and I discuss the perception that the public has about the construction industry and how we can encou...

Practical Biophilic Design w/ Lee Dearborn Jr.

08 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we speak with Lee Dearborn Managing Partner at Derby Square Architects and Owner at The Makers Guild abo...

Does Wearing PPE Make Us Less Safe?

18 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of the Mass Construction Show is a recap of an article that reviews a study about worker actions as PPE levels are increased. See the fol...

Mike Weber - Continuos Improvement: Market, Prefab, Material & Labor

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Mass Construction Show I check in with Mike on where his thoughts and business are two years after our first sit down. A lot ha...

The Wife

04 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Mass Construction Show I sit down with Karen Kelly to discuss changes we've made in our lives to improve our health and the hea...

Laws Shouldn't Supersede the Code

27 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we sit down with Mike Yanovitch and discuss: Hierarchy of regulations. What is a stretch code? and ...

Andrew Whelton: Water and Worker Safety

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we sit down with Andrew Whelton, Associate Professor of Civil Engineering and Environmental and Ecologic...

Dan Connolly: Starting BLOCK Builders

30 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we speak with Dan about starting a new business, developing a culture built on relationships, Dan’s ap...

Mass Construction News

23 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mass Construction Show News: Covering trends in the commercial construction industry. Tax rebates proposed to help get more data centers built in e...

Dan Charest, JC&A: BD, Tech Adoption & Time Management

16 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we speak with Dan about a mix bag of topics Including JC&A’s approach to Business Development, Tec...

Building Resiliency in our Homes, Buildings & Communities w. Greg Garvin

02 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we discuss a recent article by Greg Garvin where he lays out how we can build resiliency in our homes, b...

Superintendent Management Styles

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Mass Construction Show, Stephanie Crepreau of BOND Building Construction and Danielle Crafford of Gilbane Building Company are ...

Chuck Borstel, VP of Safety & Regulatory Compliance at Commodore Builders

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we speak with Chuck Borstel of Commodore Builders. It’s rare that we come across a unique position in ...

Intersection of Energy, Health & Buildings: Arch Energy

20 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the  Mass Construction Show we speak with Steven Burke, Todd McCabe & Kailash Viswanathan of Arch Energy a division of Consigli Co...

Understanding Schedules w/ Bill Perry of J.S. Held

12 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Mass Construction Show Bill and I dig deep on the how and why of building schedules.  As well as topics such as: Resource ...

James McDonagh: Causeway Contracting

05 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we discuss what it was like when James and co-owner Stephen McCarthy first brought Causeway Contracting ...

NFPA 241 Upcoming Changes w/ Lt. Towski

15 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of the Mass Construction Show is a conversation with Lt. Chris Towski of Cambridge Fire Dept who is a Principle Member of the NFPA 241 Te...

Farm Centric Developments

09 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The trend of wellness through urban planning and zoning continues to come about and I bet it is just the beginning. Enjoy the show! Follow the Mass Co...

Making a difference: Basement Try.be

30 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

To order a hoodie DM me on any of these platforms: Linkedin Instagram Twitter Facebook Check out Basement Try.be: Instagram Website Intro music by So...

Construction Trends Panel w/NEREJ

10 Nov 2020

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This episode of the Mass Construction Show is audio from a recent panel discussion with the New England Real Estate Journal. I felt some worthy topics...

Is Concrete in Trouble?

05 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we discuss the future of concrete. Is the pressure from the sand shortage, CO2 emissions, and the growth...

MC Insights: Where OPMs can bring value to construction projects

28 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you like what Bill Held has to say check out the full episode here. Follow the Mass Construction Show here: Linkedin Instagram Twitter Facebook Int...

Is Pex Piping Bad for You?

27 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This Mass Construction Show is from a video by Dr. Anthony Jay about Pex piping.  As you know we talk a lot about Wellness and Sustainability in ...

Refining a company for success with Andrew Colameta

06 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode of the Mass Construction Show we have Andy back to discuss how Sterling Construction has progressed since we first spoke. We cove...

Prefabrication w/ Brian Tocci of Manufacton

29 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Mass Construction Show Brian and I discuss his career path from General Contractor to software company engineer and dive into t...

MC Insights: Silica Standard Requirements

24 Sep 2020

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If you'd like to hear more from Rob Carson, check out the full episode here. Follow the Mass Construction Show here: Linkedin Instagram Twitter Facebo...

MC Insights: VDC Value Within Companies

23 Sep 2020

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If you're interested in more of what Erik Sanford had to say listen to the full episode here Follow the Mass Construction Show here: Linkedin Instagra...

MC Insights: Zoning Analysis on Land Purchases

16 Sep 2020

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If you're interested in more of what Mike Fallon had to say listen to the full episode here. Follow the Mass Construction Show here: Linkedin Instagra...

MC Insights: Builders Risk Insurance

15 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you'd like to hear more from Rob, check out the full episode here. Follow the Mass Construction Show here: Linkedin Instagram Twitter Facebook Intr...

MC Insights: Real Estate Branding

15 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you're interested in more of what Mike Fallon had to say listen to the full episode here. Follow the Mass Construction Show here: Linkedin Instagra...

MC Insights: Front-end Planning (life science/manufacturing)

14 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you like what Bill has to say check out the full episode here. Follow the Mass Construction Show here: Linkedin Instagram Twitter Facebook Intro mu...

He's 23, You're a slacker. Me too btw.

01 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks to Focus Forward Media for the audio and Andrew Crowe for the inspiration. Full episode with Crowe Electric. Follow the Mass Construction Show...

Temp Sprinkler Systems on Construction Sites

18 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today's Mass Construction show is about Temp Fire Protection on construction sites. What does the code say about them? What are the hurdles to temp sp...

Brookline Bans Fossil Fuels in New Buildings [the decision]

04 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Yanovitch and I discuss the recent ruling by the Massachusetts Attorney General overturning the Town of Brookline’s By-Law prohibiting any perm...

What happened to me and my business

28 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode of the Mass Construction Show is not a construction episode but hopefully this resonates with you and helps your life and/or caree...

Pre-fab with Bill Weber of Gaston Electrical

30 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Mass Construction Show Bill and I discuss Gaston Electrical’s heavy push into prefabrication. Bill explores how pre-fabricati...

Emergency Press Conference 🚨 🎙🚒

30 Jun 2020

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Please vote for the Mass Construction Show https://www.constructionjunkie.com/blog/2020/5/19/place-your-vote-for-the-best-construction-podcast-of-2020...

Buying Out a Job w/ The PMs

23 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you love the Mass Construction Show please vote for us at Construction Junkies best podcast of 2020. This would go a long way in helping us get not...

Real Authenticity: Jon Desmond CEO of Cox Companies

16 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Jon Desmond CEO of Cox Engineering and I discuss how being forced into real communication with clients and employees changed their rel...

Ramping Back Up w/ NECA Boston

20 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is audio from a recent panel discussion held by NECA Boston about ramping construction back up after the state of emergency.  The discussion...

Listener: Justin Kane, SPM, Walsh Brothers

11 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Justin and I discuss building COVID related testing facilities, Linear Accelerators and about why he listens to the show.  There'...

Leadership w/ Steve Duvel - Gilbane Building Company

04 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Steve talks about the Clifford Strengths assessment and how he used it to help improve profitability, safety and most importantly job ...

Turner, Dellbrook JKS, & Lee Kennedy talk COVID Job Site Safety

14 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss COVID-19 job site safety with Rob Carson of Dellbrook JKS, Jason Edic of Lee Kennedy Company and Doug LaPlante of Turner Co...

Listener: Matt Haskin, Super, Duluth MN

08 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We are changing things up during the current work environment with COVID-19 by bringing on fellow Mass Cons.  First up is Matt, a Superintendent ...

Construction Trends

31 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we changed things up a bit, David Mullins and I have a discussion on some articles I found interesting.  Would love your feedback...

Managing Through a Shutdown w/ Bill Weber of Gaston Electrical

24 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is an excerpt from an interview with Bill that was originally intended to be about pre-fabrication but in light of construction being shu...

Construction Essential or Not?

24 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a brief discussion about construction shutdowns related to the COVID-19 aka Corona Virus.  Enjoy the show. Mass Cons let’s hitch up for...

Boston Shuts Down Construction Projects

17 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Quick update on the City of Boston shutting down construction sites.

Show Update

10 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks for listening.   Joe Linkedin Instagram Twitter Facebook Intro music by Sound Revolution

What am I Doing and Why?

03 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I sit down with Mike Neilan and Mike McDonagh co-founders of Focus Forward Media for their Up in Your Business Podcast.  We take ...

James Hillegas Prefabrication Manager at OCP Contractors

25 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode James and I cover what a prefabrication manager does and what made OCP a drywall carpentry contractor invest so heavily in the process...

Construction Stuff You Might Find Interesting

19 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

TOPICS COVERED: Mushroom Insulation Tallest Mass Timber in the World McDonald's in 4 Weeks Enjoy. The. Show. Let’s hitch up for the ride! Linkedin I...

Future of Construction Jobs

11 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk with Chris Lynch Principal at Code Red Consultants about how our business is changing and what the means for future employees....

Make Content for 40% of Your Week - w/ Nick Schiffer

05 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Schiffer of NS Builders is a work horse and content genius, say no more.   Enjoy the Show! Modern Craftsman Podcast NS Builders Youtube...

Fatal Fires

28 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode covers some fatal fires that were massive tragedies that change the way we build and operate buildings. Enjoy the show! Let's connect Li...

Running Out of Sand w/ John Cribbs Ph.D.

21 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode John and I discuss a recent episode from the 99% Invisible podcast where they discuss the shortage of sand, you heard that right we’...

Intro to the Wentworth CM Dept. & Club

21 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Short episode about the Wentworth Institute of Technology's Construction Management Program and its student CM Club.  Faculty advisory John Cribb...

What is Mission Critical Construction? w/ David Mullins

14 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Dave covers the Who, What, Where, Why and How of Mission Critical Construction. Topics like: N+1 design Energy requirements Site ...

Is Katerra Dead? and other construction stories.

07 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Mass Construction Show “Briefing” style. Here are the topics covered: - Katerra https://lnkd.in/e9qwihY - Biophilia https://lnkd.in/eD_rZTu - Work...

MCS Best of: Mike Weber, Principal at Gaston Electrical

31 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I thought Mike was so good I wanted to just republish the whole thing, but I had to clip it so here you go... Mike's view on Gaston Electrical's appro...

Update: Cigars and Hoodies

19 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Scheduling and waitlisting for mid-January cigar meetup.   [email protected] Linkedin Instagram Twitter Facebook

Live Lunch w/ Mike Fish CEO Dellbrook JKS

17 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Fish was back on the show and this time we were live talking employee development, professional growth, Dellbrook JKS and more.  Enjoy the S...

Innovation, Mass Timber & More w/ Greg McGee PIC @ Lendlease

10 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Greg McGee, Principal in Charge of LendLease Boston In this episode we cover: What's happen @ Lendlease Boston Mass Timber Innovation Super-Tal...

DNA Analysis with Dr. Anthony Jay

03 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Dr. Anthony Jay reviews my DNA and let's me know what I could do to optimize my health.  If it is something you might like for yo...

5 Things You Should Know

20 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Went live on Linkedin Live to talk about 5 things of interest in construction.  It was also a way to test out a new format for the podcast. Let me kn...

Future of Buildings

12 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode is a recording of a talk I gave at the Industrialized Wood-Based Construction Conference. The talk was centered around what codes ar...

Becoming Superior Project Managers! Part Deux

07 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

They're back!  Adam Kreitman of Lee Kennedy Company and David Mullins of  AECOM Tishman, continue the conversation about going beyond your d...

Learning & Development w/ Krysta Van Ranst

29 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is with Krysta Van Ranst Director of Talent, Teams and Culture at Dellbrook | JKS Krysta destroys it with... the importance the CEO get...

LinkedIn Live & IWBC Conference

22 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Links to the IWBC Conference and my LinkedIn profile for the Live Lunch on 10/23.

Operation Exit RENEW: Dan Mulhern, 1st Assistant District Attorney

22 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we chat with First Assistant District Attorney of Suffolk County Dan Mulhern to discuss Operation Exit RENEW, a program designed to as...

Becoming Superior Project Mangers

15 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is with Adam Kreitman of Lee Kennedy Company and David Mullins of  AECOM Tishman, both individuals who have to some degree mastered ...

Best of MCS: Consigli, Fallon, Held

08 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Three of the more informative segments of 2018 covering business strategy and market research.  If you're intrigued to learn more about Matt Cons...

CMs Executing NFPA 241

01 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a panel discussion on NFPA 241 execution with three construction managers Adam Kreitman Project Manager at Lee Kennedy Company,  ...

C&D Waste with John Fischer, MassDEP

24 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode John demystifies the process of construction and demolition waste. Covering the life cycling of C&D waste and explaining all the p...

Marketing with Mike Neilan of Focus Forward Media

17 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss how Mike and Focus Forward Media helped my business.  We talk about staying on brand and stratagies for using video. &...

Delivery Scheduling & Logistics with James Swanston

10 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode James speaks to us about Voyage Control and how it can be used to schedule site deliveries and use of exterior hoists.  We also l...

Modular Construction with Will Galloway

03 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss the logistics of installing modular buildings. Will was a project manager on an extensive project in western Massachusetts ...

Susan Grealy: Leveling Up Businesses

27 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

For the folks that didn’t listen to the prior episode this is part two of our conversation with Susan. We move beyond what went into creating her sk...

Susan Grealy: COO, Perry Associates

20 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Mass Construction Show I talk with Susan Grealy, COO of Perry Associates. We discuss how Susan got into construction, what it w...

Emil Frei: CEO at Berkeley Building Company

13 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In our discussion with Emil an experience builder and construction professional we talk about construction but only marginally. We do however really d...

Modular is Happening

06 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Here's the evidence that modular construction will continue to grow and continue to change the way we build.  Buckle up and... Enjoy. The. Show L...

Dr. Anthony Jay: How Artificial Estrogens are Effecting Your Health

30 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss how artificial estrogens are effecting your health, which is really setting the table for our future discussions we’ll ha...

The Essential Craftsman: Scott Wadsworth

23 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss Scott’s atypical path through construction from logger, commercial construction worker, piece work carpenter, GC, dabblin...

Career Decisions with David Toupin

17 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

An impromptu conversation with David Toupin a Wentworth Institute of Technology CM Major about his upcoming career choices and his path to building su...

Fire Elimination & Technology w/ Jeff Hutchens

09 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Jeff covers what Avalonbay is and what was it like to work for a company that had two large/total loss fires in two years. We discuss ...

Mass Timber with Jeff Langlois

02 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This part 2 of our conversation with Jeff where we focus our wood engineering discussion on Mass Timber. Enjoy the show!

Wood Engineering with Jeff Langlois of Simpson, Gumpertz, and Heger

25 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today is part 1 of our sit down with Jeff where we discuss the challenges, intricacies, and benefits of designing with wood. We discuss in situ gradin...

Mike Procopio Part 2: Metal stud highrise analysis

19 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This part 2 of our discussion with Mike Procopio where we dig further into the Infinity system which is a panelized metal stud system that Procopio Co...

Mike Procopio: The Procopio Companies

11 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This show is going to be the first of a two part discussion with Mike where we cover the scope of Procopio Companies which includes, General Contracti...

Construction Insurance with Chris Sheppard

04 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we speak with Chris Sheppard, Senior Vice President at Eastern Insurance. This show differs because it is a more educational based dis...

FPAM Panel Discussion: NFPA 241 "Where do we go from here?"

28 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s show is going to be audio from a panel discussion held at the Fire Prevention Association of Massachusetts’ annual convention. This associ...

Paul Griese: Building Envelopes

21 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we speak with Paul Griese Sr. Building Envelope Consultant at Wheaton Sprague.   Although exterior walls may seem quite simp...

Mark Moore: President CMC Design Build

14 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

CMC Design Build is a leader in the design and construction of food processing and distribution facilities throughout the United States. In this episo...

Joe Lombardi: Superintendent Shawmut Design & Construction

07 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Joe talks about the transition from residential construction to the commercial world. We discuss what were some of the hurdles in maki...

RI is better than MA & Banned Hot Dogs edition

30 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about news and current events in construction. Here are some links if you want to follow up. SF 100% Renewables  https://...

Code Nerds with Mike Yanovitch

24 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Mike and I nerd out on all things code including the basics of how code is structured, common points of confusion with things like the...

A little about me with "Up In Your Business" podcast

15 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode is audio from the Up in Your Business podcast interview I did with Mike & Mike of Focus Forward Media in Pawtucket, RI. I wanted to ...

Andrew Colameta: President at Sterling Construction

09 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Andy discusses how he and co-founder Nathan Pfleegor started and grew Sterling Construction into a 25M company in 3 short years. ...

Lt. Chris Towski: Cambridge Fire Dept.

02 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Lt. Towski brings a unique perspective having served in a fire house, the fire prevention division and now as part of the office ...