The Construction Dirt

In this episode, we dive into the path from the job site to ownership with Karl Volkmann of Wolf Exteriors. From growing up in a construction family to getting his start in architectural sheet metal right out of high school, Karl shares how he carved out his lane in the industry and built a company that’s not afraid to go where others won’t—literally. We get into what it’s like running crews on re...

Cam and Jeff are back for another one, all-conversation episode—covering everything from milestone celebrations to mega infrastructure projects and real-world lessons from the jobsite. They kick things off with a recap of Ram Construction’s 40-year anniversary event—highlighting industry relationships, legacy projects, and the people who’ve shaped decades of work. From there, the conversation dive...

In this episode of the Construction Dirt Podcast, Cam and Jeff sit down with Dylan from RiteTech Construction to talk about his journey from apprentice to General Manager. They dive into the realities of working in concrete construction, transitioning from the field to the office, and the evolving landscape of tilt-up, precast, and mass timber projects. The conversation covers everything from job...

In this episode, Cam and Jeff sit down with Dylan James of HJB Engineering to talk about his unique journey from welding in the field to becoming a structural engineer specializing in tilt-up construction. Dylan shares stories from working in extreme conditions in Fort McMurray to tackling some of the most complex seismic design challenges in BC. The conversation dives into the realities of modern...

Recorded live from Las Vegas at the World of Concrete Show, Jeff and Cam sit down with Jonas  DeWeber from Nox-Crete to talk about the real value of manufacturer relationships in construction.  From product compatibility and troubleshooting on site, to evolving concrete mix designs and the importance of education, this episode dives into what it takes to stay ahead in an industry that’s changing f...

Cam and Jeff explore the crossover between construction and sport, sharing thoughts on earthworks, stadium builds, and the logistics behind large-scale venues.  From watching fields and stadiums come together to revisiting early ideas for a new Whitecaps stadium, the conversation highlights how design, location, and long-term planning shape fan experiences.  They also discuss recent BC Place impro...

 In this episode, Cam sits down with  Scott Foran for a wide-ranging conversation about waste management, recycling in construction, jobsite logistics, and the realities of building in a tight city like Vancouver.  From thousands of discarded ratchet straps to placing booms, tower cranes, and chaotic downtown sites, they dive into the stories, challenges, and innovations shaping the industry today...

Cam and Jeff are back — this time recording on location and holding mics like pros (or at least trying to). The duo dives into real talk on field-level efficiencies, tech in construction (hello, dusty robots!), and how standardization vs. flexibility plays out on site.  They reflect on the fine line between office goals and field realities, explore new tools, and share laughs about holding mics, m...

Join hosts Cam and Jeff as they dive into construction career progression, sharing insights on advancing from apprentice to project manager and beyond.  This episode features updates on major BC infrastructure projects including the Broadway subway tunnel boring machines and Pattullo Bridge construction.  The duo discusses the importance of "putting in the hard yards," gaining field expe...

This week, we sit down with Clint Shelefontiuk  from Cobra Rebar, who was "basically born and brought up into the business." From his early days in construction to his favorite projects over the years, Clint shares his journey and insights from working in the industry. At The Construction Dirt Podcast , we’re all about learning from the people who help shape the built world around us. Tu...

We’re thrilled to welcome our first guest on The Construction Dirt Podcast —Joe Melo from Platinum Concrete! This episode is packed with insights into the importance of top-notch concrete quality, the challenges of ensuring structural integrity, and even some stories about returning loads of wet concrete to get things just right. Join Cam, Jeff, and John as they uncover the many layers of the cons...

Welcome to the third podcast of The Construction Dirt where the hosts dive deep into one of the most important roles in construction, the challenging role of a site superintendent.  They also go back in time when Jeff had an all round experience working at RAM in almost all the major roles, as his dad had said 'You need to know how to do everything just in case you have to do it on your own!&...

Welcome to the second podcast of The Construction Dirt where we discuss how the construction industry is not always a walk in the park, it has its tough days where tough decisions need to be made and some tough conversations are a must.. In this episode, we also go down the rabbit hole of electric cars! Go down the spiral with Cam and Jeff as they discuss what the future of electric cars looks lik...

The Construction Dirt Podcast kicks off this week with a brief intro about the hosts and how they landed into the world of construction. The first episode is a blueprint for all the interesting conversations that are yet to come in the upcoming podcasts.  Tune in to listen to the host - Cam and the co-host - Jeff as they dive into how cool the construction industry is! We aim to bring in real time...