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Build Better Together is at the heart of what we do. If you're a Pre-Construction Manager, come and play your part

WHY CHOOSE US: We have high standards when hiring and vetting our team. You’ll get well-trained and highly skilled technicians who show up on time, do not drink, do as they’re expected, clean up after themselves, and protect your home in the process. Again, these qualities are rare in the painting industry. I can’t even recall how many painters I have fired over the many years of our existence as a home painting company in Lexington for failing to live up to the high standards of conduct and skilled work we train for and demand. Much of the accountability for these things falls to our excellent Team Leaders as they manage not only the progress and quality of your project but also while leading, managing, and further training their team members – in skills, but also in responsibility, reliability, and integrity. ABOUT US: https://lnkd.in/ekVRG2JF

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Great insight into what being a Design Engineer is with DPS!

It's Construction Safety Week, and today's focus is Driving Personal Ownership. Our team values every voice - from superintendents and subcontractors in the field, to project managers and staff in the office. Each team member provides a unique perspective in identifying safety concerns and best practices in the design-build process. #constructionsafetyweek #drivingpersonalownership #valueeveryvoice #commercialconstruction #tampabay #tampaconstruction #commercialrealestate

I was 18 years old in the picture below on my first real commercial construction site for Shawmut Design and Construction. Prior to this, I was a forklift operator at a lumber yard, far from understanding the intricacies of a construction site. Starting out, I knew I wanted to become a well-rounded construction professional. To do so I had to first acknowledge what I didn’t know. I was eager to learn and grow, and I understood that the best way to provide value was to immerse myself in the team and the daily operations of the site. I had the privilege of teaming up with knowledgeable foremen and superintendents who were generous with their time and insights. Even the routine tasks like maintaining daily logs proved invaluable; they offered a window into the daily operations, the activities of our trade partners, and the overall phasing of work. I didn’t shy away from asking questions, no matter how simple they might seem. Whether it was inquiring about the tasks of different trades or the reasons behind them, every question asked was a step towards deeper understanding and integration into the team. This approach not only built my reputation but also proved essential in my effectiveness in ensuring safety on site. Showing genuine interest and humility in learning every facet of construction work helped me tremendously. My curiosity led to learning to read plans, taking on more responsibilities, and coordinating with subcontractors. Eventually, I was asked by our general superintendent to lead one of our 400,000 sqft demolition and abatement projects adjacent to a new school we were building under our senior superintendent. This included all phasing and coordination. In construction, every day is a learning opportunity. There are no stupid questions—only chances to improve and learn from those who know more. To all aspiring construction professionals: Stay curious, ask questions, and be a part of your team. It takes the collective whole to execute on a project. #construction #leadership #safety 

Excellence is in the details. No detail is too small to consider. As Greg Manzer says, "If it takes 2 extra seconds, do it right, do it right." If you know people who pay attention to the details and take the time to "do it right", let them know they are doing a good job. Good work is expected but should also be acknowledged. #detailsmatter #safetyfirst #construction #constructioncareers #constructionjobs #thewessonexperience

Yesterday a colleague made a statement that really rang true for me and I am sure a majority of the construction industry. The statement was simple and eye opening: "When I was in the field nobody said anything, they let me go crazy." My colleague made this statement in reference to double-checking the plans for field operations in the near future. I think what struck me so profoundly is the crystal clear truth of his statement and how this behavior affects the safety culture in the construction industry. While we have made strong advancements in construction safety over the years there is still much room for improvement. How many of us over the course of our careers have had someone in management say: "Here's the job, go get it done, whatever it takes." Let's all do better by double-checking the process, procedure, and sequence of events required to complete the work safely, while setting our employees up for success, rather than failure.