How Knowledge Management in AEC Improves Project Outcomes – Ep 094
In this episode, I talk with Nora Swanson, PE, Director of Innovation and Knowledge Management at JB&B, about how smarter knowledge management in AEC empowers collaboration across global teams. We dive into how she defines innovation and knowledge management, the transformational tools shaping today’s engineering workflows, proven strategies for change management, and how to evaluate […]
How Engineering Leaders Can Build an Emotional Intelligence System for Lasting Reliability
A Quick Note Before We Start I coach engineering managers every day. Before that, I was an engineer, and then I spent 10 years recruiting engineers. I’ve sat in hundreds of 1:1s, debriefs, and hiring loops, and I’ve had 1000s of tough conversations. What I’m sharing here isn’t theory. It’s a simple emotional intelligence system […]
Overcoming Project Management Challenges in Civil Engineering Projects – Ep 090
In this episode, I talk with Meghan Burbank, LEED AP, Vice President and Engineering Operations Manager at CP Engineers, about overcoming project management challenges in the AEC industry. We explore proven strategies for managing regulatory compliance, empowering diverse teams, and leveraging evolving digital tools like Civil 3D and GIS. Meghan shares hard-earned insights from her […]
Automation for Structural Engineers to Improve Design Workflows – Ep 167
In this episode, I talk with Stijn Jansen, Chief Product Officer at VIKTOR, about automation for structural engineers and how advanced digital tools are changing the design process in the AEC industry. From building high-performance automation workflows to using AI and parametric design for structural optimization, this conversation explores how engineers can save time, increase […]
Transportation Infrastructure Innovation for Civil Engineers: Building Smarter, More Sustainable Systems – Ep 299
In this episode, I talk with David Weiss, P.E., National Business Line for Transportation and Infrastructure Executive, at WSP in the U.S., about transportation infrastructure innovation and the powerful role engineers play in building smarter mobility systems. From modernizing project delivery to leveraging AI and digital twins for intelligent mobility, we dive deep into how […]
Why Emotional Intelligence for AEC Project Managers Improves Leadership Success
In the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry, technical expertise has long been considered the cornerstone of success. But as projects grow more complex, teams become more diverse, and client expectations rise, one thing is increasingly clear: technical knowledge alone isn’t enough. What separates effective AEC project managers (PMs) and leaders from the rest is […]
AEC Proposal Strategies to Win More Work – Ep 359
In this episode, I talk with Krystn Macomber, CP APMP Fellow, LEED AP, Founder and CEO of Summit Strategy, about AEC proposal strategies that help firms stand out and win more work. We explore evolving client expectations, persuasive storytelling, and shifting from compliance-driven responses to connection-driven communication. Learn how to make proposals skimmable, engaging, and […]
Strategies for Scalable AI Adoption in AEC Firms – Ep 093
In this episode, I talk with David Harwood, P.E., P.Eng., Senior Vice President of Business Transformation at Terracon, about how to lead with confidence through scalable AI adoption in AEC. We dive into the strategic alignment of data, organizational processes, and governance to equip AEC firms for digital transformation with scalable AI. If your team […]
De-Escalation Tactics for Engineering Leaders in High-Stakes Meetings
I was in a meeting that was about to go supercritical; The VP of Product was red-faced, jabbing a finger at a graph on the screen, “The data pipeline is a liability! Your team’s latency is costing us revenue every hour!” My lead engineer, Greg, shot back, “Because you keep shoving in new, half-baked requirements […]
How AI is Transforming Construction Project Technology – Ep 089
In this episode, I talk with Ryan Kunish, Vice President of Global Product at Oracle Construction and Engineering, about construction project technology and how it’s revolutionizing project delivery. We explore high-impact trends like AI, cloud solutions, and 5D BIM that are making construction more efficient and data-driven. Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask […]