Edifice Complex Podcast

Our guest this episode is Elisabeth Montgomerie talking about regenerative design, environmentalism and the built environment. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss:“Hygge” (Google it)AdaptationBiophilic designUK Net Zero Standardand much more…….More on Elisabeth Elisabeth on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisabeth-montgomerie/Website: https://aesg.com/BioElisabeth Montgomerie is a Chartered Engineer, a Chartered Environmentalist and a Sustainability leader. Elisabeth has a track record of transforming sustainability practices and driving impactful purpose-led projects. She has developed and implemented sustainability strategies and tools, significantly enhancing professional practices' environmental impact. Elisabeth is passionate about leading responsible business practices, fostering professional development, and delivering measurable sustainability outcomes. Her goal is to create transformative impact and achieving commercial objectives through sustainable and innovative solutions.

Our guests this episode are Michelle Lee & Erik Hegre talking about building Façade design and architecture. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: · Art Vs Technology in Architecture. · Energy conservation Vs IEQ /Wellbeing as design objectives. · University of Pennsylvania, Vagelos Laboratory for Energy Science and Technology project. · ETFE Foil Facades. and much more……. More on Michelle & Erik Michelle LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-lee-7520ab24/ Erik LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikdavidhegre/ Website: https://behnisch.com/  Bios Michelle Lee is an Architect with Behnisch Architekten and a lecturer at the College of Arts, Media and Design (CAMD) at Northeastern University USA. Erik Hegre is a partner at Behnisch Architekten and an instructor at Yestermorrow Design/Build School in Vermont USA. Michelle and Erick both worked on Vagelos Laboratory for Energy Science and Technology, University of Pennsylvania Harvard Science and Engineering Complex, Boston MA USA.

Our guests this episode are Michelle Lee & Erik Hegre talking about building Façade design and architecture. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: · Art Vs Technology in Architecture. · Energy conservation Vs IEQ /Wellbeing as […]

Our guest this episode is Gary Hamilton talking about his journey from Jamaica to the USA via London UK, his new book and building services engineering. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Believing in yourself and the power of a mother who will not give up on you How a Building Services Engineering degree is an advantage Hospitals as mission critical buildings and much more……. More on Nic On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garoldhamilton/  Website: https://www.introba.com/ Website: https://garoldhamilton.com/  Website: https://dtrfoundation.org/ Buy the Book “From Grit To Glory” https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F79WLGJ3 Bio Gary Hamilton is a philanthropist, author and Senior Vice President, Growth Leader at Introba. Gary is a licensed professional engineer and chartered engineer with a remarkable portfolio spanning diverse projects globally, Gary’s contributions have earned him several design accolades. Notably, he was awarded the prestigious ASHRAE Technology 1st Place Award for Healthcare Engineering design and achieved the esteemed status of Fellow of the American Society of Healthcare Engineers (FASHE) in 2019.

Our guest this episode is Gary Hamilton talking about his journey from Jamaica to the USA via London UK, his new book and building services engineering. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Believing in yourself and […]

Quality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 457). Our guest this episode is AESG Director of Building Services Nic Byczynski, talking about engineering and MEP design, digital tools, working in the UAE and building services design trends. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss:  The importance of mentors Digital design tools MEP Engineering and direction of change Max Fordham & Partners, the British “engineering hippy commune” and much more……. More on Nic Nic on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-byczynski-12b30024/ Nic Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Mh-yF4qc_0 Website: https://aesg.com/  Bio Nic Byczynski is a Chartered Engineer and a CIBSE Fellow with over 15 years Middle East Experience leading MEP designs on high value projects with high profile clients. Nic is Director of Engineering for AESG and winner of Construction Weekly Magazine MEP Award: Mechanical Engineer of the Year 2014. #edificecomplexpodcast #bluerithm #ProjectManagement #podcast #CxM #bluerithm #Cx #RICS #PMI #PMP #smartbuildings #ESG #training #systems #resiliance #builtenvironment #LEED #netzero #MEP #ASHRAE #CIBSE #buildingscience #AESG

Quality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 457). Our guest this episode is AESG Director of Building Services Nic Byczynski, talking about engineering and MEP design, digital tools, working in the UAE and building services design trends. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more […]

Our guest this episode is Sarah Gudeman, talking about sustainability, where sustainability is heading and life as a mechanical engineer and sustainability specialist. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Guilt Vs Shame Data hoarding Open source […]

Our guest this episode is Sarah Gudeman, talking about sustainability, where sustainability is heading and life as a mechanical engineer and sustainability specialist. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Guilt Vs Shame Data hoarding Open source tools Solutions and much more……. More on Sarah On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahgudeman/ Website: https://www.sarah-gudeman.com/ Website: https://www.branchpattern.com/ Bio Sarah Gudeman is a Principal and Practice Lead at BranchPattern, with nearly 20 years in the industry, providing sustainability solutions for commercial real estate developers, designers, and organizations. As her many professional credentials attest, she excels in merging sustainability and building science into practical, cost-effective solutions to benefit the triple bottom line and make buildings better. Sarah leans into her top-five strengths—Futuristic, Achiever, Maximizer, Strategic, and Focus—to solve complex engineering challenges that arise in both new and existing buildings and improve performance through various lenses: carbon, energy, water, materials, and health. An advocate for continuous learning and mentoring, Sarah frequently engages in public speaking and education, specifically air quality. Always looking to connect people and ideas, Sarah’s ultimate mission aligns with that of BranchPattern: “Improving Life through Better Built Environments.” While remaining aligned with one of her personal guiding mottos: “Be the Change you want to see in the world”. #edificecomplexpodcast #bluerithm #ProjectManagement #podcast #CxM #bluerithm #Cx #RICS #PMI #PMP #smartbuildings #ESG #training #systems #systemsthinking #resiliance #builtenvironment #LEED #netzero #buildingscience #AESG

Our guest this episode is Joseph Lstibureki, talking about building science, life experience and the green building cult movement. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a 5 star review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: How the green building movement does not know what […]

Our guest this episode is Joseph Lstiburek, talking about building science, life experience and the green building cult movement. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a 5 star review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: How the green building movement does not know what it is doing How energy is a poor proxy for performance The invisible hand of the insurance industry How dilution is not the solution to your pollution and much more……. More on Joseph On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-lstiburek-03290029/ Website: https://buildingscience.com/ Bio Joseph Lstiburek is the founding principal of Building Science Corporation, buildingscience.com and Lstiburek Consulting Inc. Dr. Lstiburek is also an acclaimed educator who has taught thousands of professionals over the past three decades and written countless papers as well as the best-selling Builder Guides. Fittingly, the Wall Street Journal has described him as “the dean of North American building science.” He has a joy for telling tall tales to his protégés and audiences. Dr. Lstiburek holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering, a Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering, and a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Building Science. While still an undergrad, Dr. Lstiburek worked as a residential construction manager; during his Master's degree, he developed the Air Drywall Approach to air barriers. Other formative experiences include working on the Canada-wide Super Energy Efficient Housing R-2000 program and serving as senior engineer on commercial construction projects for Trow in Toronto. Dr. Lstiburek founded BSC in 1990 with his business partner Betsy Pettit, and he has been a key figure in establishing BSC as one of the most influential, innovative, and respected building science firms in North America.

Our guest this episode is Kishor Khankari, talking about thermal comfort, IEQ, and CFD as an essential design tool. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: How good IEQ is a right! How temperature is a poor […]

Our guest this episode is Kishor Khankari, talking about thermal comfort, IEQ, and CFD as an essential design tool. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: How good IEQ is a right! How temperature is a poor proxy of thermal comfort How CFD takes pure math to applied solutions How only 1% of building designers can apply thermal comfort principals How sustainability may be LARPing / Cosplaying and much more……. More on Kishor On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kishorkhankari/ Website: https://ansight.com/ Bio Dr. Khankari provides engineering solutions and insights through Physics based simulation and CFD analysis. Kishor has several years of experience in providing CFD consulting services which lead to optimized solutions to a wide variety of engineering problems involving fluid flow, heat transfer, mass transfer, and other similar engineering processes. He provided consulting services to reputed firms including Yahoo!, Facebook, Dell, Ford, GM, York International, GE, Pratt & Whitney, Cummins, Delphi, Cargill, Ralston Purina, Warner Lambert, Lockheed Martin. Dr. Khankari has developed a patented technology of a wind band design of exhaust fan assembly systems. He has developed several easy-to-use analytical software tools, which are regularly used by design engineers in a variety companies including those in the critical facility and automotive industries. A noted expert in CFD, he has been regularly publishing in several technical journals and trade magazines. Dr. Kishor Khankari is ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer and recipient of the ASHRAE Distinguished and Exceptional Service Awards. #edificecomplexpodcast #ProjectManagement #podcast #CxM #bluerithm #Cx #RICS #PMI #PMP #smartbuildings #ESG #training #systems #systemsthinking #resiliance #builtenvironment #netzero #datacenter #CFD #thermalcomfort #ASHRAE55 #AESG

Our guest this episode is Niss Feiner, talking about competence, certified Vs qualified and designing buildings for extreme cold climates. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: P.Eng Vs P.L.Eng Vs CET Competence The Arctic “Tax” and […]

Our guest this episode is Niss Feiner, talking about competence, certified Vs qualified and designing buildings for extreme cold climates. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: P.Eng Vs P.L.Eng Vs CET Competence The Arctic “Tax” and cold climate consequences Influence over knowledge and much more……. More on Niss On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/niss-feiner-c-e-t-chd-rasdt-rhdt-rvdt-3b577364/ Website: https://www.deltatdesigns.ca/ Bio Niss Feiner, C.E.T., CHD, is a dedicated mechanical designer with almost two decades of experience in the construction and engineering industry. As the Principal of Delta-T Designs Inc., Niss focuses on HVAC and plumbing design, with a particular interest in sustainable solutions for remote and Northern communities in Canada. Having completed courses in Northern Design at the University of Alaska, he is passionate about creating resilient systems that address the challenges of cold climates. Niss also shares his knowledge as a professor in the HVAC Technology Program at George Brown College in Toronto, Canada and serves as an instructor for HRAI, contributing to the ongoing development of HVAC design and education.

Quality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 4xx). Our guest this episode is Dr. Matthew Marson, talking about his book, The Smart Building Advantage. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Current state of play for Smart Buildings Barriers to delivering Smart Buildings Smart Buildings ROI “Hustle and Cucumbers” and much more……. More on Matthew On LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewmarson/ Website: https://www.matthewmarson.com/ Website: https://smartbuildingbootcamp.com/ Buy the book in USA: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1835498795 Buy the book in UK:  https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/1835498795 Buy the book in EU: https://www.amazon.fr/gp/product/1835498795 Bio Dr. Matthew Marson is an experienced leader, working at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and the built environment. Having founded WSP's Smart Places practice and grown Accenture's offering in this field, Matthew most recently led a €100m business unit across a range of asset types and geographies. Marson was named the Royal Academy of Engineering's Young Engineer of the Year 2022 and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Young Visionary 2016 for his contributions to the global Smart Buildings industry. As a recognised thought leader, Matthew is a keynote speaker at international industry events related to emerging technology, net zero design and places at the building and city scales. He was an author in the Encyclopedia of Sustainable Technologies and a published writer in a variety of journals, earning a doctorate in Smart Buildings. #edificecomplexpodcast #ProjectManagement #podcast #CxM #bluerithm #Cx #RICS #PMI #PMP #smartbuildings #ESG #training #systems #systemsthinking #resiliance #builtenvironment #netzero #AESG

Quality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 4xx). Our guest this episode is Dr. Matthew Marson, talking about his book, The Smart Building Advantage. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Current state of play for […]

Quality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 451). Our guest this episode is Doug Tarry Jr, talking about his book, A Builders Guide To Net Zero Homes. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: A Builders […]

Quality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 451). Our guest this episode is Doug Tarry Jr, talking about his book, A Builders Guide To Net Zero Homes. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: A Builders Guide To Net Zero Homes as a philosophy Building “Tiny” homes House purchases being emotional Talking about the “why” and much more……. More on Doug LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-tarry-070ab963/ Website: https://www.dougtarryhomes.com/buyers-guide/net-zero/ Buy the book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Bleeding-Edge-Leading-Builders-Guide/dp/1039174213/ or here: https://abuildersguide.com/ Bio Doug Tarry  is the President of Doug Tarry Homes Limited a multi-award-winning home building company established by his late father, Doug Tarry Sr, in 1954. Through his webinars, speaking engagements, publications, and partnerships with numerous organizations, Doug shares his philosophies, processes, concepts, and experience with other builders and industry leaders as he believes we should all work towards the greater good of our people and our planet: “Always leave your campsite better than you found it” (Doug Tarry Sr).

Our guest this episode is Nate Adams, The House Whisperer talking about his journey from Fiber Glass cult to House Whisperer. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: How Passive House cannot scale How anecdotally, only 10% […]

Our guest this episode is Nate Adams, The House Whisperer talking about his journey from Fiber Glass cult to House Whisperer. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: How Passive House cannot scale How anecdotally, only 10% of California residential HVAC work is executed by permit Is housing an investment or a cult? State of play for residential property and what needs to change And much more…. More on Nate On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natethehousewhisperer/ Website: https://energysmartohio.com/ Bio Nate Adams, The House Whisperer, is on a mission to make comfortable, healthy homes the norm and not the exception. He is a company founder, consultant, specialist, speaker, educator, contributor and author. #edificecomplexpodcast #ProjectManagement #podcast #CxM #bluerithm #Cx #RICS #PMI #PMP #smartbuildings #ESG #training #systems #systemsthinking #resiliance #builtenvironment #IEQ #IAQ #AESG

Our guest this episode is Craig Eadie, Managing Director and founder of Straightline Consulting Limited talking about data center commissioning and future trends. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Global standards and an 80/20 approach The origin of “Cx levels and tagging” Sharing IP Reference forecasting And much more……. More on Craig LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-eadie-8b930a6/ Straightline Consulting Limited: https://www.straightlineconsulting.co.uk/ Bio Craig is founder and Managing Director of Straightline Consulting Limited. His personal journey has taken him from apprentice electrician to a leader in international data center commissioning. Craig is also called upon to consult as an expert witness in high stakes legal cases. #edificecomplexpodcast #ProjectManagement #podcast #CxM #bluerithm #Cx #RICS #PMI #PMP #smartbuildings #ESG #training #systems #systemsthinking #resiliance #builtenvironment #AESG #datacenters

Our guest this episode is Craig Eadie, Managing Director and founder of Straightline Consulting Limited talking about data center commissioning and future trends. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Global standards and an 80/20 approach The […]

Our guest this episode is Victoria Burrows talking about the built environment venture capital investing landscape. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: World Green Building Council How there are too many codes and standards Performance based building regulations / codes Investing in the built environment And much more……. More on Victoria On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vkburrows/ KOMPAS: https://www.kompas.vc/ Bio Victoria is manager, portfolio development & industry partnerships with venture capitalist firm KOMPAS, an international specialist early-stage venture capital firm. KOMPAS back innovative and scalable technology solutions that reduce emissions, increase productivity, and strengthen business resilience in the built environment and the manufacturing sector.

Our guest this episode is Victoria Burrows talking about the built environment venture capital investing landscape. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: World Green Building Council How there are too many codes and standards Performance based […]

Our guest this episode is Andrew Martin President and founder of BlueRithm talking about killing spreadsheets and proprietary software for building commissioning and commissioning management. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Owners data requirements Starting and running SME's Mental health Future of the construction industry And much more……. More on Andrew On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-martin-29362849/ BlueRithm: https://bluerithm.com/ Bio Andrew is owner, founder, and president of BlueRithm. BlueRithm is a cloud based software platform for managing commissioning, test and balance, and other systems and equipment based quality control projects. BlueRithm helps you manage checklists, functional performance tests, action items, workflows, issue logs, allows cloud based collaboration, and automates reporting.

Our guest this episode is Andrew Martin President and founder of BlueRithm talking about killing spreadsheets and proprietary software for building commissioning and commissioning management. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Owners data requirements Starting and […]

Our guest this episode is Patrick O’Callaghan CEO of Off-Site Engineering Solutions, talking about modular off-site construction, Giga projects in Saudi Arabia and much more. Patrick claims, it is possible to build smarter and faster infrastructure with up to 70% less labour by leveraging modular off-site construction. If you enjoy this episode, share it with […]

Our guest this episode is Patrick O’Callaghan CEO of Off-Site Engineering Solutions, talking about modular off-site construction, Giga projects in Saudi Arabia and much more. Patrick claims, it is possible to build smarter and faster infrastructure with up to 70% less labour by leveraging modular off-site construction. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Saudi Arabian “Giga” projects Design For Manufacture & Assembly (DFMA) Barriers to modular, off-site construction How low cost labour is a trap And much more……. More on Patrick On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickoffsite/ Off-Site Engineering Solutions: https://www.globaloff-site.com/index.php Bio Patrick is CEO of Off-Site Engineering Solutions FZE. a Dubai based firm of consulting engineers, specializing in the design and delivery of Modular and Prefabricated building systems. He is a passionate engineer, project manager and business consultant, with 20+ years of construction history across The Caribbean, Ireland, UAE, Oman and Saudi Arabia. He works with clients on how to leverage prefabrication to reconfigure designs to exponentially reduce the labour requirement on site and expediting construction processes.

Our guest this episode is Andy Britnell talking about real business lessons via the story of Commtech UK from inception to sale. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: The power of a firms culture Andy's journey […]

Our guest this episode is Andy Britnell talking about real business lessons via the story of Commtech UK from inception to sale. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: The power of a firms culture Andy's journey from draftsman to business leader Commtech's journey from 3 people in a pub to PLC to high value sale The power of No! And much more……. More on Andy On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-britnell-124554a/ Bio Andy has been a draftsman, an entrepreneur, a racing car driver and a business leader. Andy lead Commtech UK from start-up to multi platform business group and then a successful sale to a FTSE 250 company over a 25 year period. The story of Commtech is an example of what is possible for any business and their owners if they execute well. #edificecomplexpodcast #ProjectManagement #podcast #CxM #bluerithm #Cx #RICS #PMI #PMP #smartbuildings #ESG #training #systems #systemsthinking #resiliance #builtenvironment #commtech #buessness #realMBA #MBA

Our guest this episode is Prof Gail Brager of UC Berkeley talking about built environmental design, the Center for the Built Environment and her new book, Experiential Design Schemas If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Enhancing positives rather than reducing negatives Open source problem solving “T” shaped people Re-framing the climate crisis And much more……. More on Gail: On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gail-brager/ Berkeley College of Environmental Design: https://ced.berkeley.edu/people/gail-brager Center for the Built Environment: https://cbe.berkeley.edu/ Get the Book here: https://www.amazon.com/Experiential-Design-Schemas-Mark-DeKay/dp/195718373X Bio Gail S. Brager, PhD, is Professor of Architecture at UC Berkeley. Gail is CBE's Associate Director, and leads research efforts in mixed-mode buildings, which combine natural and mechanical ventilation. Gail also leads CBE's research into dynamic comfort and worker performance in alternative office environments. Gail received PhD and MS degrees in Mechanical Engineering from UC Berkeley, and a B.S. in Mechanical and Environmental Engineering from UC Santa Barbara. Other research interests include thermal comfort and adaptive mechanisms, task/ambient conditioning systems, climate-responsive building design, and curriculum materials development. Prof. Brager currently serves as the Chair of the US Green Building Council's Research Committee. She is also an active member of ASHRAE, serving as Past-President of the S.F. Bay Area Golden Gate Chapter, and Past-Chair of TC 2.1 (Physiology and Human Comfort). She is also a member of ASES and SBSE.

Our guest this episode is Prof Gail Brager of UC Berkeley talking about built environmental design, the Center for the Built Environment and her new book, Experiential Design Schemas If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Enhancing […]

Our guest this episode is Matthew Oliver talking about core values, ethics, air quality in buildings and systems analysis. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Importance of critical thinking Importance of inter-disciplinary work The “post modernity” […]

Our guest this episode is Matthew Oliver talking about core values, ethics, air quality in buildings and systems analysis. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Importance of critical thinking Importance of inter-disciplinary work The “post modernity” era “Engineers Hat” Vs “Managers Hat” Issues of power & control And much more……. More on Matthew On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewboliver/ Bio Matthew is an experienced senior engineer with executive regulatory experience and quasi-judicial decision-making experience. Veteran with twenty years' service as an aerospace engineer with the Canadian Forces. Demonstrated history working in public safety, aviation operations, flight test, fire investigation and forensic engineering. Skilled in Operational Planning, complex causation analysis, and Command. Strong business development professional with a Master of Engineering (microwave engineering) and a Master of Divinity (M.Div.). Recent work in regulatory metric development and measurement of public value. Diverse skill set and education supports unique approaches to traditional problems. Always looking for new opportunities to work improving the lives of others.

Our guest this episode is Bryce Anderson talking about building technology, BMS/BAS and the state of play in the Australian market and the industry worldwide. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: The distinctions between building technology and BMS/BAS Why we need BMS/BAS consultants How the BMS/BAS industry has not really evolved over the last 30 years How BMS/BAS firms are in danger of being reduced to HVAC controls only And much more……. More on Bryce On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryce-anderson17/ Website: https://www.bms-training.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bryceanderson17 Bio Bryce entered the BMS industry in 1998, after studying Electronic Engineering and specialising in process instrumentation and controls. He has extensive experience working in South Africa, the UK and Australia. Bryce believes building automation is not what it was 20 years ago. Manufacturer's product training is suitable for the basic installation and maintenance of a BMS. That was probably okay when comfort control was all customers cared about. Just installing and keeping equipment running is no longer acceptable as building owners' expectations increase to meet climate change initiatives such as NetZero, building's energy efficiency rating systems, and ESG reporting. Bryce is working to change the BMS sector via his training courses and YouTube channel.

Our guest this episode is Bryce Anderson talking about building technology, BMS/BAS and the state of play in the Australian market and the industry worldwide. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: The distinctions between building technology […]

Our guest this episode is Lyn Gomes of DPR Construction talking about Lighting systems commissioning, building data management and the application of technology in buildings. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Lighting control commissioning & standards […]

Our guest this episode is Lyn Gomes of DPR Construction talking about Lighting systems commissioning, building data management and the application of technology in buildings. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Lighting control commissioning & standards Issues of control systems data management and third party data management Post occupancy support The issue of “too much cow bell”! And much more……. More on Lyn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyngomes/ Website: https://www.dpr.com/ Bio Lyn is licensed Professional Engineer (USA), certified Commissioning Professional and a certified Lighting Controls Acceptance Test Technician (for Title 24). Lyn has experience in building services systems design, construction and commissioning.

Our guest this episode is Amanda Hu talking about health & wellbeing in schools i.e. our duty of care to children. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: How convincing people problems are worth tackling How pride, […]

Our guest this episode is Amanda Hu talking about health & wellbeing in schools i.e. our duty of care to children. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: How convincing people problems are worth tackling How pride, credentialism and the need to be right prevent solution adoption How school building design is the “bottom o the barrel” (Adam's opinion) And much more……. More From Amanda https://www.cbc.ca/newsinteractives/features/calgary-parents-campaign-school-air-quality https://calgary.citynews.ca/video/2023/06/12/calgary-heading-towards-a-smoky-summer/ X @amandalhu Bio Amanda Hu is an advocate, maker, parent and community member in Calgary, Alberta, Canada fighting for better air in indoor spaces. Her background is reflective of her breadth of interests, and includes work in governance, contemporary art, medical advocacy and non-profit administration. She holds a BFA (with Distinction) in Visual Studies and BA (with Distinction) in Psychology from University of Calgary and is a National Air Filtration Association (NAFA) Certified Technician Level I.

Our guest this episode is Alison Watson talking about being a Surveyor, social enterprise, her work at Class of your Own and changing peoples lives via DEC education. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: DEC Careers […]

Our guest this episode is Alison Watson talking about being a Surveyor, social enterprise, her work at Class of your Own and changing peoples lives via DEC education. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: DEC Careers (Design – Engineer – Construct) How education transforms lives Children as Roman Surveyors Being part of a “family of Professionals” And much more……. More on Alison On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisonwatsoncoyo/ Website: https://www.classofyourown.com/ Website: https://designengineerconstruct.com/ Bio Alison is a former Land Surveyor and always called it the ‘best job in the world' – until she started Class Of Your Own. She now ploughs her energy into helping young people discover what they might ordinarily miss. Alison cares deeply about the future of the construction industry. Her enduring ambition to enable the development of home-grown talent through the Design Engineer Construct! Learning Programme is now being fulfilled globally. This is thanks to her hugely dedicated team and the support of the incredible COYO ‘family' of like-minded education and industry professionals. In recognition of her years of commitment, Alison has been awarded a Doctor of Engineering honorary degree from the fantastic Heriot-Watt University, elected Honorary Fellow of the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors and awarded the President's Award and Richard Carter prize. She was nominated to the Board of the Construction Scotland Innovation Centre, represented Youth and Learning for the Construction Industry Training Board Council and honoured with an MBE for services to education in HM The Queen's 2018 New Year Honours.

Our guest this episode is Karine Leblanc talking about engineering sales, public speaking and soft skills . If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Awareness The 7 – 38 – 35 rule Book writing The conspiracy of comfort And much more……. More on Karine Karine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karinel/ Karine’s website: https://www.karineleblanc.com/ Karine’s book: https://www.amazon.com/How-Be-Human-Technical-World-ebook/dp/B09RG3ZF9H/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=karine+leblanc+book&sr=8-1 Bio Karine is an engineer, bestselling author, and international speaker. Karine is also National Sales Manager at iAIRE, where she uses her engineering background, coaching, and relationship-building skills to motivate and develop the sales team. Karine has a mechanical engineering degree from Ecole de Technologie Superieure in Montreal, a University focused on applied engineering and technology. She is a certified John Maxwell coach, trainer, and speaker, a certified behavioral analysis consultant, and an eSpeakers certified virtual presenter. Karine has received the ASHRAE Distinguished Service Award, John F James International Award, and was awarded an honorary medal as part of the 50th anniversary of the University of Quebec for her exceptional contribution to the university.

Our guest this episode is Karine Leblanc talking about engineering sales, public speaking and soft skills . If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Awareness The 7 – 38 – 35 rule Book writing The conspiracy of […]

Our guest this episode is David Clark talking about training and the future of building engineering. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Being a mentor Importance of being able to sketch and draw AI impacting building design and operations How you should avoid experts and embrace practitioners And much more……. More on David David on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dahclark/ David at Stantec: https://www.stantec.com/en/people/c/clark-david Bio David is a licensed Professional Engineer, a Chartered Engineer and practice leader for Stantec Buildings Engineering group in Southwest Ontario. David also volunteers as an Engineer in Training mentor as part of the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) Licensure Assistance Program. David became recognized as an award-winning mechanical and electrical engineer in the United Kingdom prior to joining Stantec. His recent project successes include Brockville General Hospital's phase 2 redevelopment and Headwaters Health Care Centre. In addition to his project work, David has published in magazines, presented at national and international engineering and architecture conferences, and is active in standards development both at Stantec and in the engineering community. He is a member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and a Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) fellow.

Our guest this episode is David Clark talking about training and the future of building engineering. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Being a mentor Importance of being able to sketch and draw AI impacting building […]

Our guest this episode is Lew Harriman talking about learning, moisture, ventilation and life lessons. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Negative knowledge ASHRAE Ventilation post COVID Information delivery systems And much more……. More on Lew Lew on LinkedIn    https://www.linkedin.com/in/lew-harriman-962288/ Bio Lew Harriman is retired, after 36 years as Director of Research & Consulting at Mason-Grant, 10 years in marketing and applications engineering for Munters Corporation and 5 years as an Air Force Officer in Engineering and Services Division of the Strategic Air Command. His 46 years of work at Munters and Mason-Grant was focused on moisture control, humidity, energy and indoor air quality in buildings and industrial processes. Lew served as a National Peer in the Construction Excellence Program of the Public Buildings Service of the U.S. General Services Administration. He is well-known as a writer and lecturer in North America, Europe and Asia. He is a Fellow, Life Member and Distinguished Lecturer of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE). Lew is the author of The Dehumidification Handbook, and was the lead author for both the ASHRAE Humidity Control Design Guide and The ASHRAE Guide for Buildings in Hot & Humid Climates. He also wrote the California Guide to Mold Avoidance for Builders, the California Guide to Best Practices for Home Energy Retrofits and Real World Net Zero Energy for California Homes. He also served as the Chair of ASHRAE's Multidisciplinary Task Group on Damp Buildings, Human Health and HVAC Design. He has served as Chair and Vice Chair and handbook Subcommittee Chair of ASHRAE's Technical Committee 1.12 – Moisture Management in Buildings, and earlier served on Technical Committee 8.12 – Desiccant Dehumidification Equipment and Components. Clients of Mason-Grant Consulting have included equipment manufacturers, A&E design consultants, government organizations, building managers, associations and research institutions such as: ASHRAE U.S. GSA – Public Buildings Service California Energy Commission Gas Technology Institute U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development U.S. Air Force – Civil Engineering Support Agency U.S. Army – Engineer Research & Development Center U.S EPA – Indoor Air Division Energy Office of the Generalitat de Catalunya (Spain) Raths, Raths & Johnson Forensic Engineers and Architects Setty & Associates, Consulting Engineers Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP – HL Construction Law Practice Group Tucker Ellis & West LLP Taft, Stettinius & Hollister LLP Restoration Industry Association

Our guest this episode is Lew Harriman talking about learning, moisture, ventilation and life lessons. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: Negative knowledge ASHRAE Ventilation post COVID Information delivery systems And much more……. More on Lew […]

Quality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 386). Our guest this episode is Mark Cree Jackson Ph.D. talking about being a mature student and IEQ. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: The similarity between air quality and water quality The need for IEQ to be incorporated into building code Importance of due diligence Studying for 4 degrees! And much more……. More on Mark Mark’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-cree-jackson-68693824/ Bio Mark has a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, a Masters of Science in Mechanical Engineering, a MBA in Marketing and a Ph.D. from the University of Texas. He is an IEQ subject matter expert for Daikin Comfort and active ASHRAE committee member.

Quality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 386). Our guest this episode is Mark Cree Jackson Ph.D. talking about being a mature student and IEQ. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know. In this episode, we discuss: The similarity between air […]