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The CM Mentors Podcast

Matt Graves & Kyle Grandell

Business

Education

Frequency: 1 episode/15d. Total Eps: 53

The CM Mentors Podcast is an informative, entertaining, and interactive experience for construction managers by construction managers. Each week, Matt Graves of Construction Yeti and Kyle Grandell of Dell Management have an Industry Expert Guest and have a conversation about a construction project management-specific topic and career guidance. While the target audience is Entry to Mid-level construction professionals, the conversations hold value for every experience level. The format is split between a normal Podcast discussion with the guest, Kyle, & Matt, and an open Q&A with the Live Audience. For more information on the podcast, the upcoming guest recording schedule, learn how to be in the Live Audience/ Q&A, and subscribe to the Construction Curiosities Newsletter head to: https://constructionyeti.substack.com/

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🇨🇦 Canada - careers
16/04/2026
#85
🇨🇦 Canada - careers
29/01/2026
#97
🇨🇦 Canada - careers
17/07/2025
#74
🇨🇦 Canada - careers
02/04/2025
#91
🇨🇦 Canada - careers
19/02/2025
#96

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Season Finale: Highlights, Lessons, and Insights from CM Mentors

Monday, December 30, 2024 • Duration 11:19

Episode Summary:

In this end-of-season special, Matt and Kyle reflect on the incredible growth and milestones of the CM Mentors Podcast in 2024. From coordinating standout guests to learning alongside the audience, the hosts share behind-the-scenes insights into producing Season 2.

The episode also features a compilation of memorable moments, impactful advice, and standout conversations with some of the industry’s most compelling voices. It’s a celebration of mentorship, community, and the invaluable lessons learned over the past year.

Key Topics Covered

* Reflections on Growth: Matt and Kyle discuss the evolution of the podcast, from a casual concept to a resource-rich platform for industry professionals.

* Teamwork Behind the Scenes: A special thank-you to the production team for streamlining operations and curating impactful guest appearances.

* Listener Impact: Audience feedback shaped Season 2, helping to focus on targeted, actionable insights for construction management professionals.

* Guest Highlights: A look back at some of the most powerful advice from this season’s standout guests, from career strategies to technical deep dives.

* 2025 Outlook: Exciting plans for the upcoming year include fresh guest perspectives, innovative topics, and continued community engagement.

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Hosts:

* Matt Graves

* Kyle Grandell

Connect with CM Mentors Podcast:

* Like, Follow, and Share: Help us grow the CM Mentors community!

* Feedback Welcomed: Let us know your thoughts, favorite moments, and what you’d like to see in 2025.

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What You Don’t Know Could Cost You: The Hidden Risks in Construction Insurance

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 • Duration 55:30

Episode Summary:

In this episode, Matt and Kyle chat with Shea Fuller, an insurance expert with Holmes Murphy & Associates, specializing in construction policies, to break down the often complex world of insurance in construction.

Shea discusses the critical need for customized insurance coverage in construction and emphasizes the importance of early broker involvement, especially when signing contracts with varied requirements.

Through real-life examples, Shea highlights how selecting the right policies, avoiding common coverage pitfalls, and fostering proactive safety practices can greatly impact a company’s resilience in today’s evolving risk landscape.

Key Topics Covered

* The Value of Early Involvement: Engaging an insurance broker before contract signing allows companies to tailor coverage to project-specific requirements, prevent costly delays, and ensure all liability needs are met.

* Cybersecurity’s Growing Impact: With construction being highly targeted for cybersecurity threats, Shea advises robust cyber insurance to guard against phishing, social engineering, and data breaches, which are increasingly costly and disruptive for contractors.

* Workers’ Compensation Essentials: Timely reporting of workplace injuries is critical to controlling claim costs. Shea stresses the importance of safety programs and a proactive injury reporting culture to help manage workers’ compensation premiums.

* Exclusions and Policy Gaps: Many firms mistakenly choose the cheapest insurance options, which often have exclusions that don’t cover key project risks. Regularly reviewing policy exclusions with a broker ensures coverage aligns with a company’s specific operational needs.

* Social Media Awareness for Safety Compliance: Insurance carriers often check a company’s online presence to assess safety culture. Shea advises companies to avoid posting images that reflect unsafe practices, as these can affect eligibility and rates for coverage.

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Mentorship and Mastery: Building Strong Project Teams with C1S Group’s Cameron Smith

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 • Duration 54:00

Episode Summary:

In this episode, we welcome Cameron Smith, Senior Project Manager and Preconstruction Manager at C1S Group. Cameron shares his journey from civil engineering at UT Austin to managing complex design-build projects at C1S. He delves into the intricacies of the food and beverage industry, the challenges of working with manufacturing clients, and the importance of effective project management and mentorship.

Key Topics Discussed:

Introduction and Background: Cameron discusses his education in civil engineering and how he transitioned into construction project management, eventually joining C1S Group.

Role at C1S Group: Cameron explains his responsibilities in preconstruction, problem-solving for clients, and delivering design-build solutions. He highlights the collaborative nature of his work and the importance of client communication.

Challenges in Manufacturing Projects:

* The complexity of coordinating projects with minimal downtime.

* The importance of meticulous planning and the “Navy SEAL” mentality during strategic shutdowns.

* Managing client expectations and navigating procurement challenges.

Mentorship and Team Development: Cameron emphasizes the value of mentoring young professionals, providing them with hands-on experience and fostering a culture of high trust and accountability.

Industry Trends and Remote Work: Discussion on the impact of remote work post-COVID, efficient time management, and maintaining effective communication in a hybrid work environment.

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About Cameron Smith:

Cameron Smith is the Senior Project Manager and Preconstruction Manager at C1S Group, where he leads a team that transforms client ideas into actionable design-build solutions. With a background in civil engineering from UT Austin, Cameron has a knack for problem-solving and client communication.

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The Art of Turning Big Ideas into Action with GloJoy Co's Gloria Fuentes

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 • Duration 53:15

Episode Summary:

In this exciting episode of CM Mentors, we welcome Gloria Marie Fuentes, also known as Gigi, founder of GloJoy Construction. Gloria brings a wealth of experience from the Greater Tri-State area and shares her vision of a better way to approach construction projects. Tune in to hear her insights on building a client-focused, full-service construction agency, and her journey from working in Fortune 500 companies to establishing her own successful business.

Key Topics Discussed:

Guest Introduction: Gloria Marie Fuentes shares her background, highlighting her experience in the construction and real estate industries, and her passion for creating a better client experience through GloJoy Construction.

Career Journey and Industry Insights:

* Transition from working in NYC construction projects to founding GloJoy.

* Vision behind GloJoy: a boutique construction agency focused on collaborative strategies and attentive project execution.

* Combining a rich family legacy in the Caribbean business world with professional experience in Fortune 500 companies.

Challenges and Successes:

* The complexity of managing projects in the Greater Tri-State area.

* Importance of a trusted network of experts, artisans, and partners.

* Overcoming challenges in design, permitting, contractor management, and more.

Future Goals and Vision: Gloria emphasizes the importance of thinking big and turning ideas into action, ensuring that GloJoy continues to exceed client expectations and achieve excellence in all projects.

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About Gloria Marie Fuentes (Gigi):

Gloria Marie Fuentes, affectionately known as Gigi, is the visionary founder of GloJoy Construction. With a rich background as a third-generation entrepreneur and extensive experience in real estate and construction, Gloria has successfully merged her family’s 30+ years of business acumen in the Caribbean with her professional expertise from Fortune 500 companies. At GloJoy, she focuses on delivering a superior client experience through smart strategies, detailed project execution, and thoughtful service. Gloria’s passion for excellence and innovation makes her a standout leader in the industry. Connect with her to see how GloJoy can bring your construction dreams to life.

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From Stay-at-Home Mom to the Construction Business Owner

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 • Duration 43:27

Episode Summary:

In this episode, we welcome Alexandra McMyler, CEO of Archer Specialties and Business Development Director at Sirius Building Company. Alexandra shares her unique journey from a rugby player and stay-at-home mom to a dynamic leader in the construction industry. Her story highlights the value of building relationships and embracing challenges in both personal and professional growth.

Key Topics Discussed:

Introduction to Season 2: Hosts share excitement about the new season and their team, with shoutouts to the Dell management team and this week's show sponsor, Alt CMO.

Guest Introduction: Alexandra McMyler discusses her roles at Archer Specialties and Sirius Building Company, emphasizing her passion for the construction industry and her journey from an admin to CEO.

Career Path and Industry Insights:

* Transition from rugby and stay-at-home mom to the construction industry in 2020.

* Learning and growing from administrative roles to business development.

* Founding Archer Specialties due to a market need for reliable subcontractors in Division 10 commercial accessories.

Challenges and Achievements:

* Balancing roles as CEO and Business Development Director.

* The importance of relationships and customer service in business success.

* Navigating industry challenges like material financing and scheduling.

Women in Construction: Alexandra's involvement in various women-centric construction groups and the importance of networking and support among women in the industry.

Future Goals: Excitement about growth opportunities for Archer Specialties, hiring a project manager, and focusing on business development.

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Construction Genius

Wednesday, October 25, 2023 • Duration 53:06

In Episode 38 of The CM Mentors Podcast, Matt Graves and Kyle Grandell chat with Eric Anderton, Founder of Construction Genius.

Topics Include:

* Favorite Sports

* Making the Shift from Leading Projects to Leading Companies

* The “E.A.R.” Framework for Communication

* How to Teach Someone what you know Instinctually

* Construction Genius the Book

* How to Run a “Kick-Ass” Meeting

* How to Lead the “Older” Generation

* How to Lead your Old Peers After a Promotion

* Top Skills to Develop Early in your Career

* What is “Good Enough” and Who Defines it?

* Advice for the Next Generation

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About Eric:

Eric Anderton teaches construction executives how to tackle the biggest challenge they face when they get promoted into leadership roles: shifting from project management to leading teams of people. Eric began working with construction companies in 2004 and founded his own company—Construction Genius—in 2013.

His background includes over 25 years of public speaking, small group facilitation, and one-on-one mentoring experience.

In addition to working with his clients that range from $25m-$1B+ in annual revenue, he is also the host of the top-rated podcast: Construction Genius

And the bestselling book: Construction Genius: Effective, Hands-On, Practical, Simple, No-BS Leadership, Strategy, Sales, and Marketing Advice for Construction Companies

When not helping his clients be better leaders, Eric likes spending time with family, deadlifting, reading, and attempting to play guitar.

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Tips for Commercial Construction Success

Tuesday, October 17, 2023 • Duration 01:03:38

In Episode 37 of The CM Mentors Podcast, Matt Graves and Kyle Grandell chat with Adeel Pirzada, CEO of Pircon Group. With a special guest appearance by Kevin Padillo.

Topics Include:

* The different “types” of Commercial Construction

* Seft-Perform vs. Subcontract

* Success with Design-Build Work

* Differences Between Canadian and American Construction

* Are Electricians the “smartest” trade?

* Next Generation not interested in Construction?

* How to be Successful in Commercial Construction

* Ask the Stupid Question

* Hire Fast, Fire Faster, Promote Fastest

This week we even got wild up with 2 of Kyle’s meme games. So hang on til the end to see/ hear the second.

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About Adeel & Pircon Group:

Experienced Project Manager in Land Development and 100 Commercial Construction Projects Completed

To Connect:

https://pircongroup.com/

https://www.instagram.com/pircongroup

https://www.linkedin.com/company/pircon-group/

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A Dive into Land Development

Wednesday, October 11, 2023 • Duration 57:25

In Episode 36 of The CM Mentors Podcast, Matt Graves and Kyle Grandell chat with Jack Rowe, Director of Land Entitlement and Development at Taylor Morrison.

Topics Include:

* What is Land Development?

* The hardest part of the Job

* How to be Successful with Utility Companies

* spoiler: We wish we had better answers

* What it was like entering the Industry

* Working through the Bureaucracy of Cities

* How to get started in Land Development

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About Jack:

Jack is a family man, real estate development professional, and proud Aggie — an alumnus of Texas A&M University’s Master of Land and Property Development program.

His educational background spans architecture and urban design, real estate finance, land development, management, and negotiation — all of which he uses day-to-day as real estate development professional.

Jack is also the proud husband of an entrepreneur. When he’s not at work developing communities in North Texas, you’ll find him helping his wife, Kimberly, with her business, PWR WMN (pronounced “Power Woman”), reading about history, philosophy, or personal development, or spending time with his family and friends.

Finally, Jack is an avid promoter of construction industry careers, giving back to the community via individual mentorship and his service to his alma mater as Vice President of Texas A&M’s Development Industry Advisory Council.

To Connect with Jack:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackrowe

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Personal Branding in Construction

Tuesday, October 3, 2023 • Duration 01:02:24

In Episode 35 of The CM Mentors Podcast, Matt Graves and Kyle Grandell chat with Jonathan Cor, President of Customer Growth.

Topics Include:

* The legit opportunity to build a Personal Brand RIGHT NOW

* Why do it? Tangible benefits?

* Meme Marketing

* Using Opus Pro for turning long-form videos into short viral clips with AI

* GC bashing posts? Good or bad?

* Thoughts on using ChatGPT for marketing purposes

* Using your perspective to stand out

* Some tactical tips

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About Jonathan:

I grew up in construction. My dad was a commercial and residential painting contractor. Then I became an in-house marketer for a commercial construction company in Washington years later. And now I'm building a social media marketing agency helping commercial contractors build their brands online.

To Connect with Jonathan:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-cor/

https://www.customergrowth.co

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Is Construction Adapting to Gen Z?

Wednesday, September 27, 2023 • Duration 55:55

In Episode 34 of The CM Mentors Podcast, Matt Graves and Kyle Grandell chat with Evan Oates, Vice President at EOS Builders, LLC.

Topics Include:

* EOS Internship Program

* What a Project Engineer can expect on Day 1

* Teaching the Basics First

* Concentrating on Soft Skills First

* Kyle Bails on the Meme Game

* Innovation Possibilities to Help the Workforce Gap

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About Evan:

Evan Oates is a seasoned construction manager with over 20 years of industry experience of successful project completion. Evan’s experience is diverse including the management of multi family, commercial, institutional and government projects. Evan has key experience in the administration of projects resulting from surety bond claims and expertise in all phases of project administration.

To Connect with Evan:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-oates-60b92a36/

https://eosbuilders.com/

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