Under Construction: Stories of the Journey to Success

I’m excited to share this 100th episode of the Under Construction Podcast with Nikki MacDonald - Controller for Keeley Construction Group and very recently, contributing author the to the # 1 best selling business management book - “Intention - Deconstructing G.R.I.T. Collection: 40 women share inspiring stories of how they listen to their own internal compass, focus on positive habits, and lead l...

This episode features Jeremy Heard, Director of Operations for Best Box. Our conversations covers his incredible career journey across multiple disciplines, the importance of face to face meetings in build relationships, and an overall approach to opportunities. Enjoy!

This episode features Drew Forney, Project Engineer for Keeley Construction Group's Civil Infrastructure team. Drew has followed in the footsteps of his father at KCG, and shares his insights about the journey into construction as a career. Enjoy!

Today's episode features Matt Bureau, a project director for the Keeley Construction Group, Heavy Industries team. Matt shares his thoughts on what makes a successful estimator, how to deal with competing priorities and how we can balance our health to drive results. Enjoy.

This episode features Grace Kmetz, Onboarding Specialist for Keeley Companies People Operations Group. Grace shares her journey from both discovering her passion for business, the career growth journey she has had with KCo's, and thoughts on how to effectively mentor and find mentors. Enjoy!

Today's episode features Cameron Grimmer - Project Manager for Keeley Construction Group Texas Civil. Enjoy!

Today's episode features Eric Gower, Chief Surveyor for Keeley Construction Group. Eric shares his story of career growth from field to office to leadership. Enjoy!

Today's guest is Jason Kuhl, Sr. PM with KCG Industrial Manufacturing. Jason and I talk about his long tenure at the Keeley Companies, his interest in construction being formed as a young boy, and the growth potential he sees for those in the construction industry. ENJOY!

Today’s episode features Austin Maraman, Project Engineer for the Keeley Construction Group Civil Infrastructure group. We discuss his experiences in the early stages of his career, the difference between perfection and progression, and how he approaches time management. Enjoy!

Today's episode is a special edition conversation that I had with the founder and chairman of Keeley Construction Group, Larry Keeley. Larry and I share the same birthday and as he turns 85, we spent time talking about the origins of the company, what he's learned in his career, how he developed the culture of safety, family and results throughout the years, and the legacy he hopes to leav...

Today's episode features Roque Leal jr, project manager for our Texas Paving division of the Keeley Construction Group.  Roque shares his experience as a third generation construction member and the lessons he's learned from both his father and grandfather, that apply as much then, as they do now in growing a successful business. Enjoy!

Today I interview one of our development analysts with BestBox storage, a part of our Keeley Properties team.  Angela shares her journey of discovering when it was time to switch not only her career, but how she identified with her future self. Enjoy!

Today my guest is Greg Goette, Director of Operations for Keeley Construction Group's, Building Group. Greg shares his career from both the owner and contractor perspectives, as well as many years of project experience in dealing with challenging design and deliverable dates. Enjoy!

Today's episode features Matt Evrard, General Superintendent for KCG Civil Infrastructure Group. Matt discusses the importance of questions during the course of your daily work, and how to run towards problems to grow your career. Enjoy!

This episode features one of Keeley Construction Group's new Vice Presidents, Brian Peter.  Brian leads the Building Group and shares with us his career journey and lessons learned along the way. Enjoy!

Today's episode features John Regan, VP of Learning & Development for the Keeley Companies sharing his 20+ years of coaching and leadership development experience on how to craft a personal strategic plan to achieve results on purpose in 2023 for YOU!  Grab a pen and paper (or digital equivalent), and be ready to take notes on how this proven process can work for you.  Enjoy!

This episode features Dr. Scott Chadwick, Leader of MaryvilleWorks program at Maryville University.  Our conversation ranges widely on the topics of leadership, learning, creating environments for growth, and dealing with challenging environments while maintaining both the people and business goals in mind. Enjoy!

Joining me today is Garry Berra, the KCG National Operations Director for Paving. Garry's career journey spans widely diverse industries and ties into his passion for helping people to achieve their goals.  Enjoy!

Today's episode features Mike Flom, the director of operations for Keeley Construction Group's Texas Paving Division.  Mike has a long history in the asphalt industry from the production of asphalt, highway/roads, and now lot paving for customers throughout Texas.  Join us as Mike shares how to balance the production and people side of the business to drive success! Enjoy.

This episode features Kristen Clark, Executive Admin at Keeley Construction Group, serving the executive leadership team.  Kristen discusses her non-traditional journey and thoughts about failure.  Enjoy!

Today's episode features Beau Reinberg, one of two Principal Partners at Best Box storage, a partnership with Keeley Properties. Beau shares how his upbringing in both the country and city gave him deeper insight into people, how hard work, perseverance, and faith have sustained him in a journey with many ups and downs, and the importance of partnering others to have a successful life.  Enjoy...

Today's guest is Steve Long, Director of Innovation and Learning at Dome Construction.  Steve shares his career story of moving from operations into a support functional role experiencing the challenges and rewards along the way. Enjoy!

Today I'm talking to Rich Roberts with Keeley Construction Group.  Rich has been with the company for over 30 years in roles from business development, operations, management, and group leadership, and has come full circle back to business development.  Rich's tenure and perspective with KCG, and the paving industry in general, is insightful and full of lessons that we can all learn. &nb...

My guest on this episode is Krista Frenzel, HR Generalist at Keeley Construction Group.  We discuss her career aspirations and journey and how the two have evolved over time. Krista has some great advice for folks about how to intentionally grow your career, and make self-reflection a part of your growth plan. Enjoy!

Today I'm talking with Chris Edrington, part of the Keeley Companies Cybersecurity Team. Chris shares his career journey including: ministry, electrical work, alarm install and IT. We also talk about how he prioritizes his work in a field that never rests. Enjoy!