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Building PA Podcast

Building PA Podcast

The Building PA Podcast serves the construction industry throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in brief, downloadable segments. Hosted by Chris Martin, President of Atlas Marketing, and Jon O’Brien, Executive Director for the Keystone Contractors Association, the Building PA Podcast covers topics such as safety, workforce development, insurance, legal, legislation, business development and much more.

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29:35

Small business ownership in the construction industry

Building PA Podcast ·

2021/04/27

Listen in as Casey Schlaegle talks about owning a small business in the construction industry. Schlaegle has a diverse background within the industry and has worked as an architect, carpenter and now owns and leads his own architectural woodworking firm. He discusses the need to find a reliable team that has the right mindset and skills to complement each other. He also shares how vital it is to have a sound legal and accounting team to help grow a business within the construction industry.

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33:54

Carpenters Training Program

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2021/04/26

Odie Parkins of the Eastern Atlantic States Council of Regional Carpenters joins the podcast to talk about the Carpenters training program. Parkins talks of the tools and technical support each apprentice receives along with the emphasis on behavior and attitude. He also shed light on the Carpenters 300 Hitters program and how the international union utilizes its Las Vegas training center.

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31:25

Leadership learning from Rick Seitz

Building PA Podcast ·

2021/04/19

As president of Alexander Building Company, Seitz oversaw the growth of the general contractor’s Central Pennsylvania region. Who better to learn from? Listen as Seitz shares how he addresses growth for a general contractor and the importance of establishing a vision. In our conversation, he also discusses the importance of communication, its impact on your company’s vision, and future trends anticipated within the industry. This episode is part of the Business Leadership Series brought to you

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25:18

Meet the Pennsylvania Labor and Industry Secretary

Building PA Podcast ·

2021/04/05

Listen as Jennifer Berrier, the Secretary of the Pennsylvania Labor and Industry department meets with co-hosts Chris Martin and Jon O’Brien. Berrier discusses the challenges her department overcame during the COVID pandemic, mentors she has relied on throughout her career, the impact communication has on effectively governing, and the challenges she anticipates among her team at L and I. This episode is part of the Business Leadership Series brought to you by McQueen Building Company.

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27:14

Workforce Development - PA Chamber

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2021/04/05

The PA Chamber's Allen Norton visits the Quandel Studio to discuss career awareness with Jon and Chris. Norton is leading the charge to help job seekers and students learn of opportunities throughout the state. Via multiple websites - starttheconversationhere.com and BringingPABack.com - those interested can learn more of the multitude of opportunities available.

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29:24

Helmets to Hardhats

Building PA Podcast ·

2021/03/29

85% of military veterans have no experience in construction, yet the industry is a perfect fit for those who have dutifully served their country. Dan Breslin of Helmets to Hardhats talks about the program, the impact it has on veterans and the construction industry, and how to gain entry to construction through the national program.

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27:25

Workforce Development - Plumbers & Fitters

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2021/03/22

Don Eldridge, training coordinator for Plumbers and Pipefitters, Local 520 shares his insight for becoming an apprentice plumber or pipefitter. During the discussion with Jon and Chris, Don explains the requirements for becoming an apprentice, expectations of the program, and the ongoing future training this Building Trades union provides.

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25:50

Leading a diverse team with Bryan Cutler, PA Speaker...

Building PA Podcast ·

2021/03/15

Listen as Bryan Cutler (R), Speaker of the PA House of Representatives, shares his thoughts and learnings from years in the legislation and healthcare industries. Specifically, Cutler shares the guidance his father imparted on him; the mentors who steered him; the morale building skills that shaped him; and the importance relationships are as a leader. Most important to Cutler, as a leader, is to have a clearly defined vision and the need to articulate that vision to ensure work is completed

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20:48

Women of the Trades

Building PA Podcast ·

2021/03/08

The Building PA podcast celebrates women in construction. In this episode, listen in as Roxanne Harpster, Sheet Metal Workers Local 19, and Meghan White, Plumbers Local 520, share the best aspects of their jobs, what it takes be successful, and what the future holds within the construction industry. Harpster and White, who recently worked for McClure Company on the Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center project, also discuss the need for more women in construction and how they have come to embrace

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16:44

Impact of prefabrication on a project

Building PA Podcast ·

2021/03/02

Listen as Andrew Conley, project superintendent with Alexander Building discusses the impact prefabrication has on project success. Although the trend is not new, implementing the approach created efficiencies along with improved productivity that went beyond project expectations. Conley shares the process and impact of off-site fabrication of bathroom pods on a new construction project. Positive impacts on the project included labor hour reduction and improved fabrication staff management. Conley

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25:59

Challenges facing professional services firms

Building PA Podcast ·

2021/02/22

To celebrate Engineers Week, Michael Cherock of AE Works joins the Building PA Podcast to talk about the professional services component of the construction industry. AE Works is a 45-person firm with 3 offices and Cherock discusses how the company has embraced technology to review drawings and documents, the advantages of virtual work, how vital collaboration is for productivity, and the many expectations on professional services within the industry. He also spends time talking about the role of

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24:53

Marketing guidelines for the construction industry

Building PA Podcast ·

2021/02/16

Listen as co-hosts Chris Martin and Jon O’Brien discuss construction marketing. Martin shares his insight on why contractors and others in the construction industry need to begin adapting their marketing messages. He shares why safe, on time, and under budget is the WRONG message and how these ‘traditional marketing pillars’ continue to cause damage to the industry and businesses. Martin offers alternatives to these marketing pillars why shedding light on the need to develop your company’s story

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29:24

Leading during a crisis

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2021/02/08

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28:12

Contract resolution guidance

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2021/02/01

Tom Williams of Reager & Adler stops by to talk with us about contract resolution. During the discussion, Williams shares the various methods of resolution along with specific negotiation provisions that construction contracts should include.

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56:47

2021 Legislative update

Building PA Podcast ·

2021/02/01

LISTEN IN as PA Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R), PA 35th District provides welcoming comments. As Chairman of the Senate Transportation Committee, Senator Langerholc has great insight into the upcoming transportation construction season. Legislative Insiders Provide Insights to the 2021/22 PA General Assembly Session If you're wondering what may happen in Harrisburg during this upcoming legislative session, then download this exciting episode. Listen to respected capital insiders as they

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45:57

Lean construction principles in action

Building PA Podcast ·

2021/01/25

The Building PA Podcast is on the road today visiting the Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center job site. Steve Lee and Dan Flickinger join us to talk about Lean Construction approaches and the benefit of co-location. Dan provides background on the project and how the medical facility came out of the ground. Steve shares the impact that Lean Construction principles have helped bring this project to market quickly.

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28:39

Value of business development in the construction...

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2021/01/18

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Importance of a successful culture for general...

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2021/01/11

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27:50

Design trends impacting college and university living

Building PA Podcast ·

2021/01/04

Universities are facing various challenges and design is one resource that is being relied on to meet the competitive demands. Join Jon and Chris as they speak with Sean Sheffler of LGA Partners to learn more about the college and university's future design needs. In this episode, Sheffler shares how architecture and design can help improve living spaces, learning environments, and the overall campus design. One trend we discuss is adaptive reuse and how technology is impacting the student

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25:27

How drone technology is impacting the construction...

Building PA Podcast ·

2020/12/14

DRONES! In this episode, Seth Zora of aerdia, a veteran-owned drone service provider shares with Jon and Chris the challenges of starting a business and how aerdia has grown to meet the drone needs of the construction industry.

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