
Mass Construction Show
By Joe Kelly

Mass Construction ShowNov 07, 2023

Permits Down, NIMBY, Zoning & More w/ Scott Van Voorhis
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we discuss why Scott started Contrarian Boston, the need for quality local journalism, and then we chat about stories relevant to the local real estate and construction marketplace such as bpda approvals, permits, zoning and more.
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The Cheat Code - Mike Procopio
Where back with another short episode with Mike Procopio. Covering why it make sense to be a full time investor in real estate.
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Tyler Grace's Bad Building Inspector
In this episode we discuss a recent episode that Tyler Grace had on the Modern Craftsman Podcast where he discussed a bad interaction he had with and inspector and then I dole out some blame pie.
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Lean Manager @ Mortenson - David Mullins
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we discuss David’s journey to Lean manager, visual scheduling and also discuss what’s working in his new role, what are some challenges and where he’d like to see us go as an industry.
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Battery Fires, FF Cancer, Short Term Rentals and More!
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we cover a few articles from the recent NFPA Journal. A boatload of quality info in the edition.
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Unscripted

Are Energy Codes Driving up Costs? w/ Payam Bakhshi, PhD, PE

Industry Outlook w/ Bob Sheppard
In this episode of the "Mass Construction Show" we speak with Bob Sheppard of Sheppard Construction and Development. We ask him the final question… what does he see coming in the next 2, 5 or ten years ahead. It's definitely worth hearing from someone like Bob who has a ton of experience across such a wide spectrum of our business
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Modular w/ Marc Ciaramitaro of Windover Construction
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we discuss with Marc all things modular. What projects are right for modular, pros, cons, sub buyout, front end planning and QA/QC. Windover probably has the most experience locally when it come to modular construction, Marc has a tremendous amount of experience generally and everyone is going to benefit from hearing what he has to say. If you want to jump straight to modular skip to the 5ish minute mark.
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Modern Continental, Sheppard Con & Dev w/ Bob Sheppard
In this episode of the "Mass Construction Show" Mike speaks with Bob Sheppard about the rise and fall of Modern Continental, Les Marino and Sheppard Construction and Development.
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Die Hards Only
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Greenwashed
It's about time we start being honest about green power, green buildings and all the green products or technolgy.
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Construction Scheduling w/ Scott Danzer
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we sit down with Scott and discuss all things Construction Scheduling.
- Work Breakdown Structure
- Finding the right level of detail
- Logic ties
And where people are making mistakes!
Then we transitioned to something new and answered listener questions. I thought the questions brought a lot of value to our conversation and would love to do more of this in the future.
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Digital Electricity w/ Scott Hall of Gaston Electrical
Back with another Stretch episode where Scott and I discuss Digital Electricity. What is Digital Electricity. What are the use cases, components that make up a system, how it may impact electrical safety and compliance with new energy code. Please consider liking the show, writing a review or sharing the show in some way. Every little bit helps and I certainly appreciate it.
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Electrification w/ Mark Schow
In this episode of the Mass Construction Show we discuss with Mark all things energy reduction, and electrification. How do we transition to all electric, what are the challenges and at what point does electrification become challenging to accomplish. In light of our new world of energy codes, pilot programs of no fossil fuels and stringent local ordinances it’s time to dive deep on what it takes to make this happen.
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