
Speak with a Steamfitter
Listen as Nick Vuono, a Steamfitter apprentice shares his personal insight into what it means to be a Steamfitter at Local 449.
Listen as Nick Vuono, a Steamfitter apprentice shares his personal insight into what it means to be a Steamfitter at Local 449.
Listen in as Jon O’Brien and Chris Martin share insight on the upcoming issue of the Keystone Contractor Magazine. The latest issue will focus on the importance of culture and how a structured program to establish improved morale, focus, and vision will benefit your company. Additionally, the magazine staff has created […]
According to Bob Dresser of Strategic Executive Consulting, workface planning creates opportunities for work schedules for a one-week period. This includes preparing all tools, materials, and drawings for that timeframe. In our conversation, you can hear Bob share how this element of project planning improves work retention and decreases talent […]
Do you know what it takes to be an apprentice Steamfitter? Listen in as Tom Doran, apprenticeship coordinator for Steamfitters Local 449 joins Chris and Jon to discuss the program and the requirements. Tom shares that each apprentice comes out of the program with certifications that ensure each person is […]
Have you considered what is needed to develop a strong on-site project culture? Listen as Eric Pascucci, Director of Estimating and Pre-Construction for PJ Dick, and Tom Price, Principal with Strada Architecture share lessons learned and practical recommendations for building a strong relationship between contractor and architect. Both agree that […]
Link Business’s Chris Caldwell joins the podcast to discuss business valuation and the steps necessary to sell your business. Caldwell mentions that to determine what a business is worth owners must set realistic goals, plan accordingly and communicate with those they are considering selling to. He also highlights the value […]
In this episode, learn about BIM and its impact on 3D scanning and drafting along with the variety of projects that are impacted by this technology from John Brown and Tim Libman of DJM. Not only does BIM improve accuracy within the design process, but ongoing building records, assessments, and […]
Listen as Bob Dresser shares guidelines for improving morale through job site culture, productivity expectations, site-wide purpose, and the need for a project team. Dresser emphasizes the need to communicate the purpose for the project team to improve productivity. Learn how Dresser’s approach showcases the benefits of improved morale such […]
Listen to George Stark and William DesRosiers of Cabot Oil and Gas talk of the trends within the oil and gas industry and the looming investments that will aid the construction industry in the coming years. These investments include job and economic opportunities, increased diversification, and a Pennsylvania workforce that […]