Podcast appearances and mentions of beck group

In this illuminating episode of Build Perspectives, we bring together two mass timber industry veterans to break down the economics, challenges, and future of this growing sector. Erica Spiritos and Roy Anderson to offer invaluable insights into the nuanced world of mass timber pricing and market dynamics. Episode Highlights: Understanding the Mass Timber Performance Index: Discover how the index helps quantify costs in an industry where traditional pricing models don't apply https://masstimberconference.com/report/content/mass-timber-price-index-2024/ Debunking the "Commodity" Myth: Learn why mass timber is a value-added product rather than a commodity, despite some industry confusion Capacity Reality Check: Current manufacturers are operating at under 50% capacity - addressing the "supply stalemate" holding back wider adoption Regional Mass Timber Ecosystems: Why building with locally-available species is crucial for sustainability and market growth The Complete Value Chain: From raw lumber to fabrication services, understanding the full cost structure of mass timber projects Supply Chain Challenges: Issues with lumber thickness, moisture content requirements, and forest management policies affecting the industry Future Outlook: Predictions on vertical integration, standardization, and the breaking of the "supply stalemate" Key Quotes: "Mass timber accounts for 0.5% of softwood lumber consumption in North America - it's a drop in the bucket." "I think our climate crisis and our housing crisis together are demanding [standardization] of us." "In the next couple years... we're going to see a 25-50% increase in capacity in the United States with new facilities coming online on both coasts." Connect With Our Guests: Erica Spiritos: VP at Timber Lab and Director of Washington Mass Timber Accelerator https://www.linkedin.com/in/erica-spiritos-7b34051b/ Roy Anderson: VP at Beck Group and author of the International Mass Timber Report https://www.linkedin.com/in/royanderson1968/ Resources: Last year's 2024 Entire Mass Timber Report https://masstimberconference.com/report/ Use discount code Build-Timber to register for only $995 ($380 savings!) https://masstimberconference.com/register/ www.Nichiha.com Episode Sponsor Advanciwww.AdvancingConstruction.com - Episode Sponsor A special thanks to Craig Rawlings and Arnie Didier for connecting us and supporting this important industry conversation. Don't miss our next episode! Subscribe to Build Perspectives and leave a review - as Tim's dad always says, "You can never have too much perspective."

Happy New Year, and welcome back to the From the Fabricator podcast!  A new season kicks off with two great guests.  Leading off is Marc Deschamps of Walker Glass.  Bird Friendly Glass takes the main role and Marc's overall insight is refreshing.  Then, I was thrilled to welcome Scott Lowe of The Beck Group.  Scott's company is a leading Design-Build Firm with 9 NA Locations and a presence all over the world.  We talk architecture, development, building and more.  Neat guy and tremendous company.Thanks for checking it out!This Episode was sponsored by FHC!FHC Price Adjustment Announcement! (The good kind)Enjoy new, everyday low pricing on ALL FHC Frameless Shower Door Hardware, Tools & Supplies. At a time of rampant price increases, inflation and tariff concerns across the industry, FHC has ramped up manufacturing capacity and in-house testing to deliver higher quality products at substantially lower prices. Not a flash sale or sales gimmick, new everyday low pricing is here to stay. Glaziers and fabricators… FHC has your back. Partner with FHC on your next Frameless Shower Project, visit fhc-usa.comFrom the Fabricator- #Glass and #Glazing hosted by Max Perilstein, Managing Partner of Sole Source Consultants. Connect with Max on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-perilstein-409ba111/

In episode 424, we hosted a Construction Leadership Game Show live in front of a raucous 250+ attendees at the annual TEXO Safety Day in Fort Worth on August 29th. The participants were three safety leaders: Gradlin Franks, Director of Safety at The Beck Group, Scott Sears, Vice President of Safety and Loss Control at Walker Engineering, and Raul Ruiz, Regional EHS Manager at Moss and Associates. The theme was Olympic-level Leadership and the insights and entertainment lived up to the hype. Listen on any podcast platform and view the highlight reel on YouTube. Thank you to Milwaukee Tools for sponsoring the event.    This episode is brought to you by The Simple Sales Pipeline® —the most efficient way to organize and value any construction sales rep's roster of customers and prospects in under 30 minutes once every 30 days. *** If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback will help us on our mission to bring the construction community closer together. If you have suggestions for improvements, topics you'd like the show to explore, or have recommendations for future guests, do not hesitate to contact us directly at info@bradleyhartmannandco.com.  

Dallas Police Chief Eddie García, a popular city leader who has overseen a dramatic downturn in violent crime over 3 1/2 years, is leaving to become assistant city manager in Austin, going to work for former boss T.C. Broadnax; In other news, a Dallas County District judge on Thursday denied Attorney General Ken Paxton's attempt to block a new State Fair of Texas policy restricting who can bring guns to the 24-day event. The ban will go into effect when the fair kicks off next week; Texas Teachers of Tomorrow — the largest educator preparation program in the state — must prove it has fixed longstanding problems or risk losing approval to operate in Texas. An agreement approved Thursday by the State Board for Educator Certification is the latest move in a multi-year saga that has unfolded while Texas schools struggled to recruit enough qualified teachers; and First Baptist Church has selected the Beck Group, one of Dallas' best known design and construction companies, to lead the rebuilding of the church's historic sanctuary after a four-alarm fire destroyed it in July. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steve Courtney of the Beck Group joins us on the stump. Steve has an extensive career in the forest products sector in the Pacific Northwest. Association work, forestry, raw material procurement for sawmills, and now using those skills and knowledge working for the Beck Group. Join us as Steve and I chat about his career, his work at the Beck Group, and some of the things that have helped him succeed. To learn more about the Beck Group or to connect with Steve, please visit, https://www.beckgroupconsulting.com/

Dan Lombardo, Sr. MEP Preconstruction Manager at The Beck Group, and guest host Anthony Garcia, President of Overwatch Hyperscale, continue their conversation about mental health, mentorship, and how Dan got into the industry. Discussions on recognizing destructive patterns, seeking help when needed, and finding purpose as essential steps towards mental well-being. For more about us: https://linktr.ee/overwatchmissioncritical

Dan Lombardo, Sr. MEP Preconstruction Manager at The Beck Group, and guest host Anthony Garcia, President of Overwatch Hyperscale, shared insights on addressing mental health, particularly in the construction industry, where high suicide rates are prevalent. They stress the need for proactive mental health support programs, such as the ASK program implemented by Beck Construction, focusing on awareness and support. Destigmatizing mental health issues, effective communication in counseling, and the significance of proper diagnosis and treatment. See Dan's slides here: https://archive.org/details/mental-heath-stats--dcr For more about us: https://linktr.ee/overwatchmissioncritical

Tired of tech that creates more headaches than solutions? Many construction teams feel overwhelmed by the constant stream of new construction tech. We cut through the noise with seasoned construction pros, Jeff Forbes (Regional Director, Beck Group) and Paul Krauss (General Superintendent, Beck Group). They share the real-world tools they swear by and how these technologies make a tangible impact on jobsites. Get ready to discover field-proven solutions that address common construction pain points. Learn how modeling software empowers you to identify and resolve clashes before construction begins, saving you time, money, and rework.

Building a successful and balanced life is what it's all about. Pastor Larry Huch has a powerful and inspirational conversation with the Beck Group's CEO Fred Perpall. His success as a Christ-led business leader is global, and his leadership is unquestioned. He is also the first blank President of the US Golf Association. Enjoy this amazing time. Stay connected with us at Stay connected with us at: www.larryhuchministries.com larryhuchministries.com/resources/#podcast To learn more about Larry Huch Ministries, our broadcast, podcast, outreaches, current TV offers, other resources, how to give, and so much more visit https://larryhuchministries.com.

In episode 383, we dig deep into the archives to retrieve what was thought to be lost: An epic 2018 interview with a pair of construction industry superstars, Fred Perpall and Meloni Raney.  As CEO of The Beck Group, Perpall leads the firm's global architecture, planning, real estate consultancy, and construction businesses. He began his career in design and construction in 1996. Two decades later, the American Institute of Architects elected him into its prestigious College of Fellows. In 2023, Fred Perpall became the 67th president of the United States Golf Association (USGA). He is the first African American and Texan to serve in this role and is proud to expand and nurture diversity and inclusion in the game. “We talk too much about what separates us and not enough about what unites us. In golf, we're a community,” said Perpall. “When we lean in together, when we include more people in the game, not only will the game get better, but our lives will get better, too.” A native of Nassau, Bahamas, Perpall played on the 1994 Bahamian National Basketball Team. He moved to the U.S. to attend the University of Texas at Arlington, earning a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Architecture. He is also an alumnus of Harvard Business School's Advanced Management Program and is a former Americas Fellow at Rice University's Baker Institute. Meloni Raney (AIA) is President and CEO of TEXO, The Construction Association. TEXO is the largest commercial contractors association in Texas and the largest affiliated with both the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) and the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).  TEXO provides innovative programs, quality services and strategic alliances for contractor and industry members doing more than $9 billion of work annually in North and East Texas. one of the largest construction associations in the country.  Meloni is a University of Oklahoma graduate who earned a degree in Architecture along with a minor in Construction Management. Meloni attained her architecture license while working at The Beck Group.   View clips from past episodes on our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@bradleyhartmannandco     This episode is brought to you by The Simple Sales Pipeline® which will organize and value any construction sales rep's roster of customers and prospects in under 30 minutes. *** If you enjoyed this podcast, we'd sincerely appreciate it if you left a review on Apple Podcasts. The feedback helps improve the show and helps with our visibility as well. The more people listen to the podcast, the more we can invest into it to make it even better. Since we're asking for things . . . we'd also love it if you recommended this show to your friends and colleagues. Your network looks to people like you to learn where to invest their time and attention. We'd love the opportunity to add value to more people in our community.

This week our host Gareth McGlynn, sits down with the master of Integrated Estimating, Brent Pilgrim, National Director of Preconstruction at The Beck Group The discussion is about the following: - What is Model-Based Estimating in the A/E/C industry? - How Integrated Estimating is the future. - The 5 key steps within Integrated Estimating. - Preconstruction & Estimating: Transforming a broken, inefficient industry into something that is integrated, mechanized, and modern - What is "Integrated Estimating" and why is Brent transforming the preconstruction discipline and the industry? - The importance of cross-training and exposing yourself to MEP - The Digital Link (key step within Integrated Estimating) - What the next 20/30 years will look like for the Preconstruction & Estimating world - AI, Integrated Estimating and the labor shortage Brent is a Preconstruction Technology enthusiast and is changing the industry for the better, but more importantly, doing it in an open and collaborative way. Check him out on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brentpilgrim/ Enjoy, and I love feedback - Hit me up on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garethmcglynn Enjoy and subscribe please :-)

We talk to Fred Perpall about his journey from growing up in Nassau, Bahamas, to becoming the 67th President of the USGA. Fred, who is the CEO of the Beck Group, an international architecture and construction firm, came to the game a bit later in the life, but having been bitten by the bug, he brings great passion and leadership to the game. We talk about a number of recent USGA developments, including anchor sites, the new Adaptive Open, the enhancements that have been made to the US Women's Open, the USGA's collaboration with the Los Angeles Country Club and the SCGA regarding the development of the Maggie Hathaway golf facility in conjunction with this year's US Open at LACC, and the recently proposed model local rule regarding the reduced distance golf ball.

On this episode of TRECcast, we wrap Season 3 of Legends of CRE with a wide-ranging conversation between Cawley Partners CEO Bill Cawley and The Beck Group CEO Fred Perpall. Check out links from this episode here: https://recouncil.com/trec-news/legends-of-cre-fred-perpall-the-beck-group-podcast-video/

On this episode the trio sit down with David Morris, a design principal at The Beck Group in Denver. They discuss his career and how he got to The Beck Group. Then they dive into the world of design build and how they've developed it at The Beck Group. David goes into how they've effectively integrated their contractors into the design process and what it takes to have high quality design work while working as a design build firm.

Written by Michael Kaiser The design of The Beck Group's new headquarters needed to reflect not only the firm's storied history, but also project the firm's commitment to innovation. Their roots are in construction and its original headquarter office was comprised of primarily private offices. Understanding the importance of diversification, firm leadership began adding other service offerings, such as design and real estate development and, in 1999, merged with Urban Architecture and moved into its second corporate headquarters space on Ross Avenue on the outskirts of downtown Dallas, an area that later became known as the Arts District.

Architecture and basketball brought Fred Perpall to North Texas and the University of Texas at Arlington from the Bahamas in the 1990s. Now, he is the CEO of the Beck Group and a Junior Achievement Dallas Business Hall of Fame honoree.

My very special guest on this episode is the new president-elect of the United States Golf Association, Mr. Fred Perpall.  Truly an incredible journey that we covered in this exclusive episode.  Special thanks to the USGA for helping make this episode happen!  Fred Perpall Nominated as President-Elect of the USGA - USGA Press ReleaseSubscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube,   Google Play , Overcast, Stitcher  Follow on Social Media! Email us:   ben@thebackoftherange.com Website: www.thebackoftherange.com  Voice Work by Mitch Phillips Special Thanks to the USGA 

Rachel Kennedy joins Kevin and Stewart in the studio this week.  Rachel is the founder of Southern Lighthouse, which helps small & medium businesses grow, promote and elevate through social media & communications.  The conversation this week revolves around lessons learned from traveling abroad, the career journey from The Beck Group, to the Container Store, and now being an entrepreneur, the Great Resignation, "recruitment-marketing," some great nuggets around interviewing, hiring, and onboarding talent, the employee value proposition, and on-and-on-and-on.You're going to be enriched through our conversation; get your journal out and take some notes!

This episode features Fred Perpall, CEO of The Beck Group. Fred leads the company's domestic and international design planning, real estate consultancy and construction business. Known for his creative mind and innovative thinking, he brings a highly energetic and communicative style to everything he does. He has served on numerous boards and executive committees, including the Dallas Regional Chamber, the Dallas Citizens Council and The Carter Center.

2021 is kicked off with an impactful interview with Holly Crowder, the Chief Human Resources Officer at The Beck Group, a Dallas-based integrated design-build firm. Kevin and Stewart tackle some great topics with Holly, including (i) leaning in to career changes, (ii) mentoring strategies, (iii) identifying grit in the hiring process, and (iv) the impact of women in construction. But most importantly, the conversation includes a powerful talk with Holly about the impact, struggle, and growth from the loss of her husband to ALS in 2020, ending the episode with a impactful take-away that everyone needs to hear.

This episode highlights some of the more unique and innovative aspects of how construction firms have adapted their operations and established new work routines to mitigate against the spread of the virus – so they can continue to work in a SAFE and ESSENTIAL manner. Learn from your peers as you hear Frank Baxter (Skanska USA Building), Mayone Sallows (Butz Family of Companies) and Felipe Serrano (The Beck Group) share how they are making use of technology advancements as well as some rudimentary systems to shift behaviors and change practices during the COVID-19 pandemic. Guests: Frank Baxter | EHS Director | Skanska USA Building -- https://www.usa.skanska.com/ Mayone Sallows | Safety Coordinator | Butz Family of Companies -- https://www.butz.com/ Felipe Serrano | Assistant Project Manager | The Beck Group -- https://www.beckgroup.com/ AGC’s COVID-19 webpage at https://www.agc.org/coronavirus shows how the construction industry is protecting workers and the public. From there you can access the association’s https://workingsafe.agc.org site that highlights examples of safety plans and special safety stand-downs designed to make sure every employee knows and follows new COVID-19 guidelines. AGC also features short safety tips (in English and Spanish) and pictures to illustrate how contractors across the country are routinely practicing social distancing, adding more hand sanitizing stations, and disinfecting projects more frequently, for example -https://workingsafe.agc.org/weekly-safety-tips/. Related Resources “How Is the Pandemic Driving Documentation Technology Usage in Construction?” by Grant Hagen, Virtual Design and Construction Manager, The Beck Group appeared in the Associated General Contractors of America Tech Brief - https://www.naylornetwork.com/ngc-nwl/articles/index-v3.asp?aid=637206&issueID=71021 (September 2020) AGC Project Innovation & Delivery Forum – Volunteer Opportunity: The mission of the forum is to align the execution of construction projects with the latest innovations in safety, quality and productivity, and to educate the industry on best practices in order to deliver quality projects on time and on budget. Visit www.agc.org/projectdelivery to learn more and to join the forum.

Ep. 20: University of Texas Arlington Basketball shaped this business icon Fred Perpall went to college at age 15 and rose to be CEO of The Beck Group— a prestigious construction and architecture group— at 37. He grew up in the Bahamas and turned down five track and field scholarships for one in basketball, and went on to play on the 1994 Bahamian National basketball team, and at the University of Texas Arlington. In this thought-provoking interview, you will learn how to develop a deep understanding of your team members, the three characteristics of great mentorship, and Fred’s shares why success and succession go hand in hand.  Visit Episode #20 of corporatecompetitorpodcast.com for a free gift and today’s show notes!

Real Men Wear Pink of Atlanta Breast cancer affects everyone- women and men. But in Atlanta, there are a certain group of men (with a very particular set of skills) leading the charge in the fight! Through Real Men Wear Pink, these distinguished community leaders are determined to raise awareness and critical funds in support […] The post American Cancer Society’s “Real Men Wear Pink of Atlanta” Campaign appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

In episode 23, you'll meet Jim Thillen, the Regional General Superintendent at The Beck Group, an international commercial construction firm based in Dallas, TX. Jim is a 3rd generation builder, an early adopter of technology in the construction space (Jim made the switch to digital schedule management back in the early 80s), and a keen observer of leadership across all generations on the job site. His unassuming insights will benefit managers and leaders at all levels. 

In episode 141 you'll meet Jim Thillen, the Regional General Superintendent at The Beck Group, an international commercial construction firm based in Dallas, TX. Jim is a 3rd generation builder, an early adopter of technology in the construction space (Jim made the switch to digital schedule management back in the early 80s), and a keen observer of leadership across all generations on the job site. His unassuming insights will benefit managers and leaders at all levels.          

Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking to Camille Tate, MBA, PHR, SHRM-CP, Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition at The Beck Group in Dallas Texas. How did Camille get started in her career? What led her to the world of Talent Acquisition? When did Camille “find her lane” in the HR and Recruiting Space? Who has helped mentor Camille on her journey? What are some of the leadership traits of a great recruiter? What are some things candidates can do to get in a better position for their job search? What is some daily practices Camille uses to stay focused as a leader? Time to Accelerate with a few more questions… Resources: Connect with Camille on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/camillehtatemba/ Visit The Beck Group https://www.beckgroup.com/ Article referenced for candidates “What it takes to work for The Beck Group” https://www.beckgroup.com/beck-think/what-it-takes-to-work-for-the-beck-group/ Listen and Subscribe to “The Career Salon with The HR Twins” https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-career-salon-with-the-hr-twins/id1498452319 Find Bruce's Book “Find Your Lane” https://www.amazon.com/Find-Your-Lane-Change-Career/dp/0692865632 Find Bruce Waller's Leadership Journal “Milemarkers” https://www.amazon.com/MILEMARKERS-Year-Journey-Bruce-Waller/dp/0578496941 Do you need relocation support for your next household goods or commercial move? Visit Armstrong Relocation https://www.armstrongrelocation.com/ Visit www.brucewaller.com for more information on Life in the Leadership Lane podcast and more!

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As part of the BIM/VDC Series of podcasts, our Managing Director Gareth McGlynn spoke to Tim Riefenberg the BIM Manager with The Beck Group in Atlanta, GA. Working for an integrated general contractor Tim discusses leading the way with Technology models on the Phipps Plaza project in Atlanta, GA. Sponsor: Beck Technology - https://beck-technology.com/ Please if you enjoy this video please like, subscribe and share it with your friends, peers or colleagues. If you know any Preconstruction professionals that would be interested in coming onto the Preconstruction Podcast please reach out to us directly at info@nichessp.com Enjoy! Estimator Estimating Construction Preconstruction Building Information Modeling BIM VDC Virtual Design Construction Commercial Construction Preconstruction Managers Design & Build Niche Specialist Staffing Partners Niche SSP The Beck Group Beck Technology Gareth McGlynn Tim Riefenberg

Managing BIM in one of Norway's leading architectural offices is no easy task. This week’s interview is with Margarida Barbosa, BIM Manager at A-lab Architects in Oslo, Norway.Margarida has a PhD from the Technical University of Lisbon which focussed on As-Built Building Information Modelling workflows and, since completing her PhD, Margarida has worked mainly in Oslo, but also Dallas Texas with Beck Group - an experience which we talk about in the show.In this interview we talk all about how A-lab are innovating, specifically around Building Information Modelling and Computational Design.

On this episode of Walk The Tech Talk, Anna interviews Camille Tate, a talent acquisition visionary and recruiting expert with a passion for diversity in the technology industry. As Manager of Talent Acquisition at the Beck Group in Dallas, Camille is on the front lines of many of the issues facing women in tech today, including the salary gap, representation in leadership and more. Camille and Anna discuss a number of diversity and inclusion challenges evident in today’s workplaces, including why it’s critical for women to overcome their fear of failure, why confidence is so important in risk taking, and how the #MeToo movement has heightened awareness of the need for equality. Camille also shares her take on how companies can truly embrace diversity and inclusion, and not just use it as a buzzword. Join Anna and learn from the strategies and accomplishments of this episode’s tech trailblazer.

On this episode, we’re talking with Fernando Ceballos of Pape-Dawson Engineers and Travis Gunter of The Beck Group about the 2019 Young Guns Foundation Project! During the next year, our young professionals will be renovating the auditorium, teacher’s lounge, and courtyard of the Martin Luther King Jr. Learning Center, a Dallas Independent School District facility, as part of the Dallas Catalyst Project, with Fernando and Travis at the helm as project managers. We are hosting a volunteer work day for the project on September 7. You can register for the event here, but please note that you must also register on the DISD site so they may complete a required background check. Subscribe to TRECcast on your preferred podcasting platform. We’re on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, SoundCloud, Stitcher, Google Play, and iHeartRadio. Follow The Real Estate Council on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

3 Invaluable Lessons from Rick Del Monte Have a vision and learn how to get people on board with it and follow through. Be sure that the architect, contractor, and owner are all on the same page. Know when to let go of a project or bid.   This week, host Sue Dyer interviews guest Rick Del Monte, Chief Design Officer and Managing Director of the Beck Group out of Dallas.  Subscribe to Construction Dream Team The following show notes are a transcription from the Construction Dream Team Podcast episode 15 audio interview between Sue and Rick. Please subscribe to Construction Dream Team for the latest episodes on our website, iTunes or Stitcher! We would LOVE a 5-star rating to help us show up in the search engines so more of Construction Nation can listen to industry leaders and experts on their computers, phones, or tablets! Rick’s Leadership Journey (1:13) Rick is an architect by training, he worked for four years and went back for a second Master’s in architecture and building design. He spent nine years doing high-rise buildings in New York. As his family grew they chose to move to Dallas and build a firm there. He began to learn computer tools in the early 90’s and they had a website when most firms did not.   About the Beck Group (5:30) The CEO decided that the industry was broken and realized they needed in-house architects and technology tools (6:40) They now have 180 architects and six offices in the U.S. and Mexico City.(6:58) The Beck Group has $1.3B in construction volume (7:05) About 40%-50% of the integrated volume projects they do is Beck/Beck (Beck Construction/Beck Design) (7:20) Their sweet spot is $15M to $120M projects on the integrated side (8:00) Integration is working together internally as architects and contractors to do a job (9:00)   Rick’s Greatest Strengths as a Leader (10:00)   Having the drive and ambition to figure out how to follow a vision (10:45) Executing the transformation of the Beck Group (12:00) He is the chair of the Design Build Institute of America’s Design Quality initiative (12:55)   The Definition of Design Quality (14:20)   Has to provide what the owner perceives to be excellence in design. Must meet the criteria of the users of the building and the facility. How does this building contribute the community?   Advice to Smaller Firms (18:20) Define what the design contingency is and have frank conversations with the contractor (19:00) Design is directly predicated on direct contact between the owner and the architect (19:55) Be in alignment before you ever begin a job (21:30) Listen to your gut! (24:55)     Best Advice Rick Received (25:13) Take your work very seriously, but don’t take yourself seriously. This will serve you well in relationships with clients.   Resources for Project Managers Read Creativity Inc. By Ed Catmull   Parting Advice (27:45) This is a changing economy and changing world – take care of your health and take care of your finances.   Construction Nation! Dream Teams don’t just happen they are built one step at a time. Why not send out this episode to your team, so they can help you. The more people you have helping – the faster you can build your Construction Dream Team. You can’t have your dream until you build your team! Please head on over to ConstructionDreamTeam.com to sign up for our newsletter and don’t forget to subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, or Spotify! Contact Rick Visit Linkedin to send Rick a message! Download poster Remember…Construction Dream Team drops every Monday morning at 4 am PST. Please join us next week when Sue will interview another industry leader or expert so you can learn how to create your Construction Dream Team!

In episode 64 you'll meet Grant Hagen, the VDC Manager at The Beck Group, a billion-dollar, 107-year-old commercial construction and design firm headquartered in Dallas. If the letters VDC don't mean much to you . . . you are not alone. Consider this a primer on a role you'll be hearing more about in commercial and residential construction in the future as we see "Virtual Design" become more broadly integrated in "Construction" — VDC. Grant is card carrying Millennial, yet is wise beyond his years. His recommendations on collaborative leadership and change management across generational divides will assist anyone struggling with interpersonal communication on the job, let alone introducing new technology to tenured members of your team that resist change. Enjoy my conversation with Grant Hagen of The Beck Group. Thank you for listening.

On this episode of TREccast, we chat with Michael Kaiser of The Beck Group! Michael was one of the lead designers on Beck’s submission to UBER Elevate for its vertiport system as well as a panelist during our Bank of Texas Speaker Series: Transportation Revolution program back in September. In our conversation, we talk about changing transportation infrastructure needs in Dallas, the inspiration behind Beck’s beehive design for the vertiport, and the fun (and difficulties) of designing the future. This episode is the fourth installment in our ‘Transportation Revolution’ podcast series, sponsored by BOKA Powell. Subscribe to TRECcast on Apple Podcasts and Soundcloud, and follow The Real Estate Council on Facebook (@therealestatecouncil) and Instagram and Twitter (@trecdallas).

The TREC Podcast has a new home and a new name! The new TRECcast is now available via Apple Podcasts! Subscribe and review TRECcast using the Apple Podcasts app, and non-iPhone users, fret not -- you can still find us on SoundCloud, too. To commemorate the move, we're kicking off our Transportation Revolution podcast series, sponsored by BOKA Powell, with September's Bank of Texas Speaker Series panel. Hear from Travis Considine of UBER Elevate, Steven Duong of AECOM, Michael Kaiser of The Beck Group and Rod Schebesch of Stantec as they talk about the future of transportation in DFW and beyond. In the coming weeks, we'll have interviews with them and much more, so stay tuned!

Clara and Bill talk with Paul F. Aubin about Revit, Teaching, AU and about Carla moving to Beck Group and to Dallas. Show Notes: Paul F. Aubin Paul’s Twitter: @pfaubin Paul’s LinkeIn: www.linkedin.com/in/paulaubin Paul at Autodesk University (AU) Lynda.com Paul’s Signage Class on Lynda Autodesk University BIMWorkshops in Phoenix  Join Bill at LPA Join Carla at The Beck … Read More →

Carla and I sit down with Kelly Cone of the Beck Group and talk shop.  We discuss Revit, process management, and ask the question “Is BIM worth it?”  I think you’ll be surprised at the answer. Show Notes: Kelly Cone Beck Group Word Thoughts: Modeloscopy Drafting lines are the new AutoCAD (LOD) Level of Development About … Read More →