Management Under Construction

Management Under Construction

Hosted by: Dee Davis

We are all constantly under construction In our personal and professional lives we seek to constantly learn and grow, and make better decisions. Together we will explore topics of construction, sustainability,...

Episodes

S3 E6 Are You Waiting Months to Fill a Job Opening? This is a Better Solution

Season #3

contract labor, independent contractors, hiring challenges, staffing solutions, project-based work, employment trends, workforce flexibility, contractor advantages, recruitment strategies, business transitions,...
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S3 E5 Leadership Lessons: Dealing with Difficult Bosses, Co-workers and Clients

Season #3

difficult people, workplace conflict, leadership, communication, project management, difficult coworkers, difficult clients, difficult bosses, conflict resolution, personal growth In this episode of the Management...
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S3 E4 Building Tomorrow's Leaders through Transformational Leadership with Andrea Janzen

Season #3

leadership development, women in construction, transformational leadership, coaching, networking, career advancement, Andrea Janzen, Ambition Theory, construction industry, empowerment,  women in leadership, business...
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S3 E3 From Blocks to Blueprints: Shaping Tomorrow's Builder's Today

Season #3

NEF Block Kids, construction education, NAWIC, youth competition, creative thinking, career in construction, Dee Davis, NAWIC Education Foundation, construction industry, educational opportunities, K-12 education,...
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S3 E2 Entrepreneurship Unwrapped: Sandra's Sweet Story

Season #3

entrepreneurship, self-sabotage, fear of success, scaling business, customer interactions, self-employment, business advice, side gig, cinnamon rolls, tacos, business, women in business,  In this conversation, Sandra...
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S3 E1 Crisis Planning: Essential Steps for Every Business with Dave Oates

Season #3

Crisis Management, PR Communication, Social Media, Brand Trust, Internal Communication, Crisis Planning, Construction Industry, Transparency, Employee Engagement, Training In this conversation, Dave Oates discusses...
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S2 E25 From French Cuisine to Engineering Challenges - Brad's Last Episode as Co-host

Season #2

Management Under Construction, Dee Davis, Brad Wyant, questions game, French food, engineering project, parenting, career shifts, technological innovations, construction, farewell Co-hosts Dee Davis and Brad Wyant...
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S2 E24 From Rural Peace to Urban Chaos: A Housing Debate and a Big Announcement

Season #2

Housing, urban density, and suburban sprawl all influence parking costs, affordable housing, and the effectiveness of public transportation. Learn how these interconnected factors shape environmental sustainability...
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S2 E23 Getting from Estimate to Profit: Cost Accounting Methods

Season #2

Accurate construction cost management is crucial for informed financial decisions that drive higher profitability and operational efficiency.  In this episode of the Management Under Construction podcast, Dee Davis...
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S2 E22 Jobsite Drama: How Miscommunication Lead to Project Mistakes

Season #2

  Clear, accountable communication is essential to effective project management, as miscommunication can lead to conflicts, costly mistakes, and strained client relationships. Taking time to slow down—especially at...
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S2 E21 Construction Safety Culture: Balancing Risk and Reality

Season #2

Construction safety culture has evolved significantly, shaped by changes in risk management, technology, and job site awareness. Safety on job sites is a shared responsibility that requires collaboration at every...
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S2 Bonus Standing Strong Against Workplace Violence: A Call to Action for the Construction Industry

Season #2

workplace violence, construction industry, women in construction, harassment prevention, gender equality, safety in the workplace, NAWIC, Be That One Guy campaign, empowerment, solidarity. In a powerful episode of the...
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