Dillon Mitchell
The Construction Corner
We Cover Commercial Construction. If you are in commercial construction as an Architect, Engineer, Contractor or Owner, this is the show for you. Hosted by Dillon Mitchell, PE, Founder of Kowabunga Studios
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Jul 9, 2026
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Episodes
#391 - Business Owner vs Engineer: The Freedom of Flexibility with Quinton Presley 13.01.2026 42:16
Comment your thoughts below and don't forget to like, SHARE, and subscribe! Want an Engineering firm BUILT for Electrical Contractors? Let's see how we can help speed up your Design/Build projects. Visit https://verticaldesignservices.com/ Connect with Dillon Mitchell LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dillon-mitchell-pe/ Vertical Design Services https://www.instagram.com/vertical_desi...
#390 - New Year New Strategy Setting Goals 08.01.2026 16:34
Here's the thing about goals and vision that nobody really talks about. You can spend weeks, months even, building out this perfect vision of where you want to go. Twenty-year plans, regional expansion strategies, revenue targets, all of it. And it's important work, don't get me wrong. But here's what I've learned: that vision means absolutely nothing if you're not executin...
#389 - Pre-Construction: Making Operations Smoother with Field Experience ft. Jake Jaenicke 06.01.2026 51:26
Joining us is Jake Jaenicke, Preconstruction Manager at Balfour Beatty Construction in San Diego. Jake spent nine years in project operations before moving into preconstruction, and across nearly 13 years he’s helped deliver more than $1B in education and civic work. He explains preconstruction simply: he works on the team that estimates, coordinates, and plans the construction process before mobi...
#388 - From Bid to Build: Making It Happen 01.01.2026 16:54
Dillon breaks down what it really takes to get a construction project out the door, from managing massive equipment lead times to making real-time design decisions. Hear how design-build teams tackle complex projects, balance budgets, and find creative solutions to keep things moving—even when timelines and gear availability get tough. Try Surfboard & Autocircuit for free. Unlock $10,000 in cr...
#387 - Estimating with Evidence: Markets, Budgets, and Proof 31.12.2025 14:54
Try Surfboard & Autocircuit for free. Unlock $10,000 in credits. Put $500 down today. Hit activation in 7 days—your $500 is waived—no risk. After 14 days, if you don't save at least 10 hours, we'll give you an additional $5,000 in credits. Start Today at https://www.kowabungastudios.com/kowabunga-account-creation Comment your thoughts below and don't forget to like, SHARE, and subs...
#386 - Inside Data Centers: Power, Cooling and Construction Challenges 26.12.2025 15:41
Try Surfboard & Autocircuit for free. Unlock $10,000 in credits. Put $500 down today. Hit activation in 7 days—your $500 is waived—no risk. After 14 days, if you don't save at least 10 hours, we'll give you an additional $5,000 in credits. Start Today at https://www.kowabungastudios.com/kowabunga-account-creation Comment your thoughts below and don't forget to like, SHARE, and subs...
#385 - Building Better: Core Values & Innovation In Construction 23.12.2025 19:38
Checkout the Construction Corner Podcast wherever you find your podcasts! Try Surfboard & Autocircuit for free. Unlock $10,000 in credits. Put $500 down today. Hit activation in 7 days—your $500 is waived—no risk. After 14 days, if you don't save at least 10 hours, we'll give you an additional $5,000 in credits. Start Today at https://www.kowabungastudios.com/kowabunga-account-creation...
#384 AI and Automation: The Future of Engineering Firms 18.12.2025 16:18
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#383 - The Realities of EV Charging: Challenges & Insights 16.12.2025 11:10
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#382 - The Construction Boom: Data Centers, Warehouses & More 11.12.2025 12:11
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#381 - Acquisition Strategy: Growing Your Business Through Smart Mergers with Ozzie Nelson 09.12.2025 49:25
John “Ozzie” Nelson Jr. is Chairman and CEO of NELSON Worldwide, an award-winning design, architecture, branding, and consulting services organization operating across the country and globe. Under Ozzie’s leadership, the firm expanded from a one-office, traditional interior design firm with a single core competency to its current state of more than 22 locations, 10 different practice areas, and mu...
#380 - From Automation to Onboarding: Modern Strategies for Construction Success 05.12.2025 13:47
Welcome to the Construction Corner Podcast! In this episode, host Dillon dives into the evolving world of construction, exploring how AI, automation, and better systems are transforming the industry. Dillon shares practical insights on boosting productivity, lowering costs, and staying competitive through technology and effective training. He discusses the challenges firms face when adopting new t...
#379 - Engineering Demand So High Clients Reserve Slots YEARS in Advance! 02.12.2025 54:16
Today on The Construction Corner Podcast, I'm joined by Ryan Easterling, PE , who is the Electrical Engineering manager at Burns and McDonnell for their power division out of their Chicago Office. I selfishly get to nerd out a little this week about power systems and the huge rise in demand that AI and data centers are creating. What is probably the most interesting and going to cause some of...
#378 - Level Up Your Career: Soft Skills & Tech Mastery for Success! 28.11.2025 12:19
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#377 - Clients Remember Experiences, Not Engineering: Build a Stellar Team! 25.11.2025 59:56
Welcome to Construction Corner! In this episode, host Dillon sits down with Jake Stone, President of Marcy Engineering in New York, for an in-depth conversation about building a successful career and business in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry. Jake shares his journey from tinkering as a kid to running his own engineering firm, offering practical advice for aspiring...
#376 - The Secret To Scaling Your Engineering Firm 20.11.2025 19:00
Try Surfboard & Autocircuit for free. Unlock $10,000 in credits. Put $500 down today. Hit activation in 7 days—your $500 is waived—no risk. After 14 days, if you don't save at least 10 hours, we'll give you an additional $5,000 in credits. Start Today at https://www.kowabungastudios.com/kowabunga-account-creation Comment your thoughts below and don't forget to like, SHARE, and subscribe! Want...
#375 - THE GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUNG ENGINEERS TO BUILD THEIR CAREERS WITH JAKE MAXEY 18.11.2025 1:02:47
Jake Maxey runs NLS Engineering Consultancy and hosts The Impactful Engineer podcast. He believes in paying it forward, helping engineers with the systems and judgment he wished he’d had earlier. His guiding principle: you’re best suited to help the person you once were. That's what he does with The Impactful Engineer. Try Surfboard & Autocircuit for free. Unlock $10,000 in credits. Put $5...
#374 - AI Implementation: Bridge the Gap & Dominate the Market 13.11.2025 14:44
Do you need to know how to implement AI and automation into your workflow. This episode tells you how. Try Surfboard & Autocircuit for free. Unlock $10,000 in credits. Put $500 down today. Hit activation in 7 days—your $500 is waived—no risk. After 14 days, if you don't save at least 10 hours, we'll give you an additional $5,000 in credits. Start Today at https://www.kowabungastudios.c...
#373 - From the Bay Bridge to the Boardroom: Eric Serna’s Blueprint for Construction Excellence 11.11.2025 1:02:59
Eric Serna is a Northern California construction and electrical contracting executive recognized for building high performing teams, strengthening operational discipline, and delivering complex commercial, institutional, and multi family projects. With leadership roles at Helix Electric and CMD Electric, he has driven large scale project success across higher education campuses, civic facilities,...
#372 - Will AI Create MILLIONS of Jobs?! Skills You NEED to Know NOW 06.11.2025 47:03
IS AI The future? How can you set yourself up for success? Find out in this episode. Try Surfboard & Autocircuit for free. Unlock $10,000 in credits. Put $500 down today. Hit activation in 7 days—your $500 is waived—no risk. After 14 days, if you don't save at least 10 hours, we'll give you an additional $5,000 in credits. Start Today at https://www.kowabungastudios.com/kowabunga-accou...
#371 - Industrial Expertise: Why Harder Industries Attract Better Customers With William Bethurum 04.11.2025 1:00:24
About William: In the 90s, I cut my teeth in LA building oil refineries and large semiconductor projects for Jacobs Engineering. Construction was always more interesting to me than designing microelectronic circuits. During this time, I learned about procurement, project management, and the many intricacies of electrical engineering on large scale projects, while studying finance at Cal State Long...
#370 - Boosting Your Engineering Teams' Productivity 30.10.2025 18:05
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#369 - Retaining Top Engineering Talent Through Automation 28.10.2025 18:54
Try Surfboard & Autocircuit for free. Unlock $10,000 in credits. Put $500 down today. Hit activation in 7 days—your $500 is waived—no risk. After 14 days, if you don't save at least 10 hours, we'll give you an additional $5,000 in credits. Start Today at https://www.kowabungastudios.com/kowabunga-account-creation Comment your thoughts below and don't forget to like, SHARE, and subs...
#368 - Maximizing Networking Event Effectiveness 23.10.2025 7:01
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#367 - Unlocking Your Advantage In The Bidding Process 21.10.2025 8:01
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