Atlantic Construction Podcast

On today's episode of ACP, host Dan is joined by Barry Osmun, Founder and President of AzSpecd Solutions. Since 2021, Barry has made a conscious decision to focus his efforts on sourcing and promoting green energy and the use of construction materials manufactured from recycled materials to help mitigate the damage caused to our environment and with that, AzSpecd Solutions was born. The two c...

In this episode, Dan sits down with Smarter Spaces Principal Colin Gillis, BBA, MCPM. The two chat about the origins of the company as well as some of the very interesting things Smarter Spaces does including the use of 2D and 3D laser scanning technology to capture and model the outside and inside of a structure. Tune in now! Find ACP on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atlanticconstructionp...

On this episode of ACP, Dan is joined by Guillaume Tremblay, President and Founder of GT Painting. Dan and Guillaume chat about Guillaume's history in the industry, what led him to starting GT Painting, some of the projects GT is working on, and also touch on some of the struggles he's had in the industry when dealing with large projects. Tune in now! Find ACP on: Instagram: https://www....

On today's episode of ACP, Dan is joined by Nick LeBlanc and Greg Miles, Co-Founders of Luminous Labs. Luminous Labs provides architectural renderings as well as pre-construction virtual tours and have been a disruptive force in the construction industry. Dan, Nick, and Greg chat about some of the cool projects Luminous Labs has been working on and discuss the interesting technology behind th...

On this week's episode of ACP, Dan is joined by Matthew Simon, Territory Manager for The Garland Company. The two chat about Matthews journey leading up to working with The Garland Company as well as some of the really interesting things Garland is doing in the industry including their expertise in commercial roofing and building envelope solutions. Tune in now! Find ACP on: Instagram: https:...

On this week's episode of ACP, Dan sits down with Vice Presidents and Co-Founders Ian Boyd and Rene Cox of Iron Maple. Among other things, the three chat about Rene and Ian's background in the industry, what led them creating Iron Maple, and where the name Iron Maple came from. Tune in now! Find ACP on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atlanticconstructionpodcast Facebook: https://ww...

On this episode of ACP, host Dan is joined by Casey Grey via Zoom. Casey is the founder and CEO of The Conscious Builder, an organization that aims to make sure everybody in the world has a healthy, comfortable, and efficient home to live in. Dan and Casey talk about his background, what led to the creation of The Conscious Builder, and some of the amazing things his company is doing. The Consciou...

Happy New Year! ACP is back for Season 2 and on the first episode, Dan sits down with Cory Wensley, Director of Sales and Marketing at Fabtek. Dan and Cory discuss among other things, Cory's background, how he established himself with Fabtek, and the interesting role Fabtek plays in the industry. Tune in now!

Happy Thanksgiving! On this week's episode, Dan is joined by Evan Teasdale and Neil Fougere of Design Point Engineering & Surveying Ltd. On the Season 1 finale, Evan and Neil are the first guests in the category of engineering firms. The three discuss their roles within Design Point, a few highlights of their personal journeys in the industry, and the current projects Design Point is curr...

On this week's episode, Dan is joined by Allison Coffin, Jevin MacLellin, and Ryan Boudreau of Heritage Gas in ACP's first episode with the energy sector. The four discuss their journeys' in the industry, an overview of Heritage Gas and what the company does, and why natural gas is a vital component in the construction and development industry. Tune in now!

On today's episode, Dan is joined by Ryan Brady and Jennifer Love of Intact Surety and Andrew Cartwright of FCA Surety. The four discuss their respective backgrounds as well as what surety means and how it differs from insurance and why they play such an important role in the construction industry. Tune in now!

On this week's episode of ACP, Dan is joined by Charles McCormick of Soprema and Kyle Kennedy from IRC Building Sciences Group. The three chat about the current state of the market with a focus on the roofing industry, the backgrounds of Kyle and Charles and their journeys in the construction industry, and how they are positively affecting the industry in their current roles. Tune in now!

On today's episode, Dan is joined by Trent Soholt, Executive Director at the Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council. The two chat about his background, his role with the company and what type of work the council does within the industry. Tune in now!

On today's episode, Dan is joined by Brandon Searle, innovation director for the Research Centre. The two discuss Brandon's role with his alma mater, UNB, and how he got to where he is today, as well as some of the projects that the centre is currently working on and the vital role it plays in construction innovation that will transform the industry. Tune in now!

On today's episode of ACP, Dan is joined by Lorin Robar (Regional Manager for Atlantic Canada), Aswin Dajendran (Project Director), and Emily Surette (Talent Business Partner) of Pomerleau. The four discuss several topics including the company's history, their personal backgrounds, and increasing representation in the construction industry. Tune in now!

On today's episode of ACP, Dan sits down with Allan MacIntosh, President of MARCO Group. The two chat about Allan's background, the story of MARCO Group, and some of the projects they're currently working on. Tune in now!

On this episode of ACP, host Dan is joined by Kris Skiba, VP of Design & Construction for Dexel Developments. Kris has been with the company since he graduated from DAL Engineering and the two chat about his time with the company and some of the projects he and Dexel are working on, among other things. Tune in now!

On this week's episode of ACP, Daniel sits down with Doug Doucet, President of rcs construction and Mill-Right Woodworking. The two chat about Doug's entrepreneurial journey, the history of the two companies, and great stories along the way. Tune in now!

On today's episode of ACP, Dan is joined by Anathea Fenton, who is Principal at the Falkbuilt Halifax Branch as well as President of DCI. The two chat about the important role DCI plays in the industry, as well as Falkbuilt's vision for the future. It's time to meet the Falkers! Tune in now.

On today's episode of ACP, Dan sits down with Andrew Doucet and Craig Duininck of PMco. The three chat about about Craig and Andrew's backgrounds and experience in the construction industry, and how they started and managed PMco during a global pandemic. Tune in now!  

On this week's episode, Dan is joined by Jeff Graham of Construction AI and Blueforce Logistics. The two chat about the exciting developments in artificial intelligence and how the technology is being applied to the construction industry as well as Blueforce and its recruiting process. Tune in now!

On today's episode of ACP, host Dan is joined by friend and architect Kendall Taylor. The two chat about the 10 year anniversary of Root Architecture, the Green Gables Visitor Centre project in Prince Edward Island, and many other projects that Kendall has worked on through the years. Tune in now!

On this week's episode, Dan is joined by Amanée Mousavi and Farhang Fotovat of Cresco. The three chat about chat about the history of Cresco and their recent project, The Parks of West Bedford, as well as Family Business Atlantic's role in the industry, which Amanée is the President of. Tune in now!

On today's episode of ACP, Dan is joined by two guests representing two different organizations! Andrew Smith from the Atlantic Masonry Institute and Darrell Jerrett from Darim Masonry come on the show to talk all about the masonry trade. Andrew discusses the role the Institute plays in the construction industry and how they provide support to others and Darrell chats about Darim's compa...

On this week's episode of ACP, Daniel is joined by Brendan Wilton, President and CEO of Trim Landscaping. The two discuss Brendan's journey through the industry, some of the great projects they've worked on including Argyle Street and the Queen's Marque, as well as the current progress of their project at Peggy's Cove. Tune in now!