From the Ground Up

Fieldwire

Welcome to From the Ground Up – a brand new podcast focused on the construction pros making the dream of some of the coolest construction projects come true. Fieldwire’s founders, Yves Frinault and Javed Singha, join leaders from today’s top commercial construction companies to learn about their inspiring projects, what challenges they’re facing to get them done, and what it means to them to see the finished project.

17 Episoden

Levelset's Alex Dunn on Why GCs Are 2x More Likely Than Subs to Get Paid On Time
14.10.2020
27:21
When compared with subcontractors and suppliers, general contractors are twice as likely to get paid on time. Unsurprisingly, they’re much happier about it. In this conversation with Levelset's Alex Dunn, we uncovered the reasons why payments are slow in construction and learned of ways to speed them up. Listen to find out.
The Importance of Suicide Prevention & Mental Health Awareness in Construction
30.9.2020
27:50
For the latest episode of From the Ground Up, Yves was joined by Cal Beyer, one of the driving forces behind the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention. Listen to find out why our industry is so vulnerable (especially now) and learn how to identify signs of distress in your field crews and colleagues.
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From Construction to Floriculture: How COVID-19 inspired Building Operator Martin Braun to pursue a new venture
16.9.2020
10:14
'When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.' That’s the motto Martin Braun is choosing to live by in 2020. Instead of dwelling on the impacts of COVID-19, Martin is preparing to launch his own greenhouse business in Calgary! On top of this, he’s been working as a Building Operator at Brookfield Place, the second tallest building (by a fraction) in all of Alberta. Tune in to hear more about Martin’s story...
'We went from $10M to $100M in turnover:' How to bounce back after a recession
1.9.2020
10:58
When James McQuaid started working at Errigal Contracts in 2012, the construction company had a turnover of $10M. Today, that figure exceeds $100M! Curious how James helped drive revenue off the back of a recession? Tune in to find out.
Encompass AV's Patrick Pfiefer: 'How a passion for house music landed me a dream job in construction'
18.8.2020
26:53
From installing sound systems at Lollapalooza to wiring his own home with festival-grade speakers, Patrick Pfiefer has done it all. But he says nothing compares to the work he does for Encompass AV. Find out why Patrick considers his job "a dream come true" in our latest podcast episode with Fieldwire's founders.
"We have a no bulls**t terrain:" Power Design's Brad Moore on How to Create Award-Winning Culture
5.8.2020
30:48
Recognized by Fortune and Glassdoor as one of the best places to work, Power Design isn't your average electrical shop. Fieldwire's Javed Singha spoke with the company's Construction Technology Program Manager, Brad Moore, to learn what it takes to build great culture in construction. Listen to find out.
How to Reduce Resistance to New Technology in Construction with McCarthy's Dave Burns
22.7.2020
23:14
Dave Burns, Director of Innovation and Field Applications at McCarthy Building Companies, on how to best prepare your crews for the roll-out of new construction technology. Plus, how to be an advocate for change in an industry built on tradition.
"Me & my family have been patients in the hospitals I've built." USCF’s James Pease on the meaning behind construction projects
8.7.2020
17:03
Executive Director of Design & Construction at the UCSF Medical Center, James Pease, speaks with Fieldwire's Javed Singha about the meaning behind his work. Plus, why using Lean and Integrated Project Delivery is essential for driving reliable results. Listen now.
"You need to wear multiple hats well:" ACCO's Chris Zundel on what it takes to be a great Project Manager in 2020
23.6.2020
16:28
Fieldwire's CEO, Yves Frinault, speaks with Chris Zundel, the Senior Project Manager at ACCO Engineered Systems, about his professional journey from the Navy to Construction, and what it takes to be a great leader regardless of the industry you're in.
Coronavirus & Construction: Live Wire Electric's Sammy Lazoja on Getting Back to Work Post-Lockdown
10.6.2020
16:33
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17 Episoden

Levelset's Alex Dunn on Why GCs Are 2x More Likely Than Subs to Get Paid On Time

The Importance of Suicide Prevention & Mental Health Awareness in Construction

From Construction to Floriculture: How COVID-19 inspired Building Operator Martin Braun to pursue a new venture

'We went from $10M to $100M in turnover:' How to bounce back after a recession

Encompass AV's Patrick Pfiefer: 'How a passion for house music landed me a dream job in construction'

"We have a no bulls**t terrain:" Power Design's Brad Moore on How to Create Award-Winning Culture

How to Reduce Resistance to New Technology in Construction with McCarthy's Dave Burns

"Me & my family have been patients in the hospitals I've built." USCF’s James Pease on the meaning behind construction projects

"You need to wear multiple hats well:" ACCO's Chris Zundel on what it takes to be a great Project Manager in 2020

Coronavirus & Construction: Live Wire Electric's Sammy Lazoja on Getting Back to Work Post-Lockdown