What Superintendents Really Leave Behind

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Advocacy, mentorship + developing next-gen leaders   By Kiersten “KZ” Kaplan In more than 25 years in the industry, I’ve built almost everything except a bridge or a stadium. Today, I’m leading a major project in Baltimore, Maryland that will add more than a half-million square feet of life sciences research space. But it’s also an opportunity to reach more than 1,000 people, from carpenters and laborers to young professionals starting their careers. I’m at a point where I’m not just building projects; I’m building people. And that means I can help affect how my company shows up in our … Read more

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Beyond Seasonal Surges

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Year-round internships to mentor next-gen superintendents in real-world settings By Miguel Arguelles The construction industry has been facing a well-known crisis — a shortage of qualified workers that continues to grow. Last year, Associated Builders and Contractors projected the industry needs to hire over a half-million workers to meet the growing demand — assuming the pace of work doesn’t slow down. While hiring more workers seems simple, there often isn’t enough education or awareness about the diverse roles within the construction industry and the viable career opportunities it offers. Internships play a crucial role in bridging this knowledge gap and … Read more

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Adapt or Be Left Behind: The Role of Today’s Construction Superintendent

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By Keyan Zandy Change isn’t fun, but it is inevitable. Resenting or resisting what you can’t avoid is a waste of time and energy that could be better used working to create a mindset that embraces transformation. This is especially important in our industry, where new technologies and delivery methods, coupled with an accelerated pace of work, present an unpleasant choice: adapt or be left behind. Superintendents, no matter their leadership style, are expected to get a project completed on time and within budget. This hasn’t changed—however, the way these projects are built and delivered certainly has changed. Field leaders … Read more

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