Jed Richard’s Post

It’s Friday, and this is a great reminder to eat as a team. Here are the new rules of construction eating. DON’T: - carry your brown bag around like a badge of honor - hide in your car with your frappachino - skip meals with teammates to do more ‘work’ - count macros with your white bread sandwich - stare at your phone ALONE at your desk DO: 🏆 have lunch and learn with a vendor, sub, manufacturer 🏆 celebrate a teammate's family or life milestone 🏆console when things get tough 🏆 eat with a customer and discuss sustains and improves. Listen to them. Tell them thank you. 🏆 Learn how to tell stories with teams. This is your link to what you impart to the world. 🏆 ensure every new teammate is introduced to the team. Construction is made of teams and you must build trust and empathy with people you care about. Construction and project management are filled with daily unknowns. The only way to overcome these is to learn how to communicate and solve problems together. When you can do this consistently, you have won. Keep going…🦬🦬 #constructiontitan #construction #mealstogether #culture #values #meaning #purpose #hiring #ssho #qcm #projectengineer #projectmanagers #superintendent #hse #trades

The rapid advancement of digital and robotic technology is a significant topic across various industries. Many companies are feeling unsettled by the increasing momentum of generative AI. By the year 2024, the term "Artificial" has acquired negative connotations for a sustainable human existence. In the context of construction and engineering, here are four strategies to facilitate a positive integration of robotics into the future: 1. Facilitate in-depth discussions about personal ethics. During a recent junior leadership summit in Utah, I engaged 12 employees in a comprehensive conversation about Generative AI, delving into their thoughts and feelings about its application in the workplace. This six-hour dialogue resulted in a shift of perspectives, with all 12 employees ultimately supporting the use of Generative AI. 2. Establish a company Moral AI Code. Recognizing the necessity of GenAI for progress within our industry, we addressed concerns related to fear of retribution, job obsolescence, and accountability for potential modeling errors. By implementing ethical guidelines within our policies and procedures, we alleviated apprehensions and aligned expectations. 3. Encourage and invest in the use of GenAI. Supporting individual exploration and discussions among teammates regarding the practicality of Generative AI is essential for shaping informed opinions. It's crucial to be empathetic to individuals' fears, whether related to job security or ethical considerations. Moreover, we need to strategically position employees for success as the cognitive intelligence of machines continues to surpass human capabilities. 4. Establish a Technology Committee. By initiating this committee, we demonstrate a genuine interest in our employees' perspectives, fostering an environment that encourages open discussion and the generation of innovative ideas. The agenda of this committee will encompass the implementation of new technologies, considerations for technology adoption, alignment of ethical guardrails, training and education initiatives, and exploration of new business opportunities. I wish you the best as you navigate these complex and transformative changes. Keep pushing forward with courage and determination. 🦬🦬 #generativeAI #openAI #robotics #technology #chatgpt #gpt #cyborg #robots #automation #construction #generalcontracting #engineering #development #building #projectmanagement

You know what time it is…It’s Friday, and this is a great reminder to eat as a team. Here are the new rules of construction eating. DON’T - Hit 2:00 minutes on the microwave - hide in your car with your extra Carmel whipped cream latte - skip meals with teammates to do more ‘work’ - count macros with your white bread sandwich - keep a 5lb peanut butter jar for breakfast and lunch to save $$ DO: 🏆 have lunch and learn with a vendor, sub, manufacturer 🏆 celebrate a teammate's family or life milestone 🏆console when things get tough 🏆 eat with a customer and discuss sustains and improves. Listen to them. Tell them thank you. 🏆 Learn how to tell stories with teams. This is your link to what you impart to the world. 🏆 ensure every new teammate is introduced to the team. Construction is made of teams, not of iPhones. Construction and project management are filled with daily unknowns. The only way to overcome these is to learn how to communicate and solve problems together. When you can do this consistently, you have won. Keep going…🦬🦬 #constructiontitan #construction #mealstogether #culture #values #meaning #purpose #hiring #ssho #qcm #projectengineer #projectmanagers #superintendent #hse #trades

#Hikeharder. When was the last time you felt alive? - the euphoria and celebration of accomplishing a goal outside your comfort zone? We must continually build teams in construction. This involves adapting to various changes such as technology, teammate's skills, project transitions, evolving family dynamics, and shifting customer requirements. Building teams is a force multiplier, enhancing grit and determination, particularly during challenging times and crucial conversations. In our industry, success hinges on uplifting those around us; low self-esteem and confidence hinder project excellence. As industry leaders, delving deep into team dynamics off-site can reveal individuals who excel in navigating tough situations with ease, offering swift solutions. In addition to the project grind, our company culture involves hiking and physical challenges, fostering gratitude towards customers and team members. It's about enhancing teamwork, values like passion, and fostering a supportive environment. #purposebuilder #constructiontitan #culture #hiking #passion #values #hiring #generalcontractor #projectmanager #commericalbuilder #superintendent #qcm #ssho #businesslikesport

It’s Friday, and this is a great reminder to eat as a team. Here are the new rules of construction eating. DON’T - sit at your desk and eat five-day-old lasagna - hide in your car with your freaky fast sandwich - skip every meal because you're too busy - stare at your shoes while passing a group eating and laughing…pull up a seat. - Mouthbreath over lunch Insta and laugh or cry *doomscroller, with yourself. DO: 🏆 have lunch and learn with a vendor, sub, manufacturer 🏆 celebrate a teammate's family or life milestone 🏆console when things get tough 🏆 eat with a customer and discuss sustains and improves. Listen to them. Tell them thank you. 🏆 eat with your project team and tell stories. 🏆 ensure every new teammate is introduced to the team. Construction is made of teams, not of iPhones. Construction and project management are filled with daily unknowns. The only way to overcome these is to learn how to communicate and solve problems together. When you can do this consistently, you have won. Keep going…🦬🦬 #constructiontitan #construction #mealstogether #culture #values #meaning #purpose #hiring #ssho #qcm #projectengineer #projectmanagers

For most #developers and #building owners, the cost of construction since the pandemic has been catastrophic to growth and development. For many non-mega project owners, the supply of craftspeople and rising construction commodity/material inflation are met with trepidation. -This article on US steel profit reduction is one sign that overall new build project costs will also reduce. -three QTRs with lowering steel prices for the first time in years. Simply put, I believe we will see a supply increase and price decrease on most building trade items over the next six months, minus electrical system items tied to large mission-critical projects across the US. Labor supply will follow. Developers and project owners should seek budget pricing from their #generalcontractors for projects 9-12 months out. Decreased interest rates, increased material supply, and reduced profits create more value in your projects. #constructiontitan #designbuild #builder #infrastructure #projects #newstarts #cre #construction #architects #engineers #enr #buildingtrends https://lnkd.in/gPY7jKuF

The word succession has two means, but both are relevant to a growing #constructioncompany; 1. several people or things sharing a specified characteristic and following one after the other. 2. the action or process of inheriting a title, office, property, etc. Our Junior Leadership Development Program #RGJLDP24 reminds me that nurturing our youngest business generation brings hope, joy, and steadiness to our organization. To have succession, you must share specified characteristics before “inheriting” or earning the next title. When evaluating an individual, we consider the following six core pillars. - #corepurpose - how they manifest it to the world - #mission - accomplishment for themselves and their team. - G.R.E.A.T #values - to honor each day - #attributes = grit, gratitude, greatness - technical & technological competency - consistently excellent in everything they do. - #leadership - do people follow them in times of struggle. We had hours of late-night conversations about the career journey, the current golden age of construction, and how to hold themselves accountable to their future. I'm humbled by how this cohort came together. Cheers to their future. #constructiontitan #generalcontractor #commercialconstruction #builder #teams #careers #projectmanagement #superintendent #qualitycontrol #ssho

We had an epic celebration last night in Wyoming. Alexander Huber married the wonderful Emily Ramey. Alex was my first company operations hire in March 2015. He is all things heart and soul, grit and sacrifice. I have immense pride in watching him grow into the human he is today, and yesterday was just his start. I remember our first journey to the Tetons with Alex and Todd Cruz, CHC. There was a powerful message in those mountains and the valley that has always resonated with us - that hard is healthy and we must #adventure. When you accomplish something meteoric, you celebrate with those who bring purpose to your life. Thank you to JACKSON LAKE LODGE Corp for hosting a memorable party, and I’m grateful to our company teammates who made Alex and Emily’s day: Rob Glaesner, Jonathon Rodriguez, @emma johnson Michael E Hogan, Richard Meuris, Mitchell Johnson, Francine Maseda, Peter Lutz, Paul Olson, Austin Wade. #celebration #culture #construction #generalcontractor #family #employees #teammates

I think developers, building project owners—a mix of private and public sector entities—and design and construction elements (General Contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, manufacturers, architects, and engineers) have a harsh realization as an #aec industry that needs immediate attention. One that cripples transparency, partnership, and our GDP; ❗️Costs are easing at an unsustainable pace. Material, equipment, and some labor ⬆️ 35-45% over four years with negligible relief (1-3% reduction). This is one of the most significant gaps in modern technological history. ❗️Trade/craft sentiment is that they are taxed. There were zero, one, and two apprentice applications, where 20-30 was the norm. Throw in a partisan union vs. non-union dynamic and add a dimension with negative connotations on both sides. We need to let people work. ❗️Interest rates are beginning to drop—0.5% this week. The deep fakes will be real. How we question and validate the data on both sides of the aisle is paramount. Many CRE and development firms are at their most heightened states, and we must all root for them to navigate similar 2006-2009 challenges. ❗️Empathy must permeate from all #aec industry leaders, and we must redistribute trade supplies and building types. This must be agile and accountable. But it’s going to happen. 🔆 Our industry will survive all trends in 2025 and beyond, regardless of social, political, economic, and foreign affairs strife. In the new golden age of construction, we must focus on the efficiency and transparency of our business model and then a quicker way to get shovels in the group with the least risk possible. https://lnkd.in/gmte2wQC #constructiontitan #constructionjobs #ratedrop #inflation #construction #developers #architects #engineers #trades #crafts #infrastructure #commodityprice #materials #supplychain #builders #commecialconstruction #residentialconstruction

The article on Richard Group was released yesterday, and I believe we are sharing our ‘secret sauce’ with our #construction industry - our people. If you want a company to grow, aligned in people, education, and technology in the construction space, do the following; 🏅Place people first - starting with their long-term aspirations 🏅Hire for what you will be, not what you are. People are your greatest asset. 🏅Double down on your values. Your word is your bond, and you have nothing else—your reputation. 🏅Create a work atmosphere where people sprint into their dream retirement. 🏅Know your subcontractor partners as if they were part of your company. Mold this relationship. 🏅Dream. A tombstone-worthy life includes excellence at home and in business - learn to do both. 🏆keep going…🦬🦬 #hardishealthy Curious how we're redefining growth in construction? Click to learn more➡️ https://prn.to/3XzYqb8 #constructiontitan #construction #innovation #fastestgrowing #bestplacestowork #culture #hiring #celebration #adventure #projectmanagement #superintendent