The K Cup

Send a text In Episode 6 Jon and Joe discuss 2 of the most common bid methods in the construction industry and compare them to one another, their pros and cons. You're gonna wanna watch this whether you're new to the construction business or have been bidding on construction projects for years, this episode is packed full of tips and fun insights into both opportunities. Chapters 00:00 I...

Send a text Jon and Joe discuss how General Contractors add value to 3 key elements of the commercial construction industry. They tell us why a GC is a huge asset for Architects and Design Firms, Commercial Real Estate Professionals, and Commercial Lenders. They also discuss how General Contractors become the bridge, time and again that connect these three professions as they facilitate making the...

Send a text In this episode Jon & Joe discuss the 3 most prominent commercial construction project types; the "New Development", interior build-outs - the "White-Box project, and "Renovating An Existing Commercial Building." Save this video as a resource to reference if your a would be developer, CRE professional, or a business owner ready to take the plunge and lease...

Send a text In episode 9 Joe interviews Cameron Plumer, a project manager for Kelly Construction Group. Find out why Cameron decided to pursue a career in project management, what he finds satisfying about the construction industry and what keeps him coming back for more day after day. Those that are interested in becoming a project manager in the construction industry can gain valuable insight in...

Send a text In Episode 10 Jon and Joe discuss 3 types of construction contracts that are commonly used in the construction industry. The contract types include Negotiated Contracts, Cost-Plus Contracts, and Lump-Sum Contracts. Negotiated contracts are contracts that are agreed upon by both the project owner and the contractor early on in the process, many times as early as the conceptual and desig...

Send a text In Episode 11 Jon & Joe Discuss An Alternative Method for Interviewing and Hiring Talent. If you need to hire and are concerned about not being able to choose the right applicant this method is the answer to that concern. With this interview process you can see the potential hires in several different "modes" in the course of a few key steps and be equipped to make a more...

Send a text In this episode Joe interviews Jon about what he thinks makes a great subcontractor. Jon pulls on his years of experience in the commercial construction industry and offers his insight through the many layers that make up the relationship between a General Contractor and a subcontractor once they have collaborated for a commercial construction project. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Ep...

Send a text In Episode 13 Jon & Joe discuss some of the challenges to becoming a General Contractor. They discuss licensing requirements, managing risk, bonding, and some of the opportunities that await those that take the journey to becoming a GC. Chapters 00:00 Spoof Intro and Out-Takes 02:45 Licensing Requirements 07:19 Risk Management 10:35 The Bonding Process 17:45 The Opportunities That...

Send a text In Episode 3 Jon and Joe discuss 3 Ways A General Contractor can help a Commercial Real Estate Professional close more deals. If you're in CRE learn how to partner with a contractor to increase your value when serving a client. Jon and Joe talk about how a general contractor can help CRE professionals close more deals by providing budgets for clients that express interest in a com...

Send a text In Episode 4 Jon and Joe discuss the ultimate project delivery method "Design Build". Three key benefits are discussed, 1) How Design & Estimating Can Happen Simultaneously 2) How Design-Build Allows You to Manage the Project Budget More Efficiently from the Start 3) Design -Build Saves A Lot of Time and Produces  A Quicker ROI. So, no matter if you are the builder, the d...

Send a text In Episode 1 we get to meet Jon Kelly and learn why he decided to start his own construction business and what keeps him motivated after so many years. We'll also learn about Jon's thoughts on the importance of having a mission statement, and company culture. We'll get tips from Jon about how he goes about developing the culture he currently has in his company, and how t...

Send a text In episode two Jon is coming with the "value added" content, he discusses three key elements you must have for any business to become successful. Jon not only tells you what these three "must haves" are but also "why" you have to have them if you want to be successful. Jon explains why you need to 1) Know your "why." 2) Have a "vision."...