Embracing the Team Approach in Construction
In the construction industry, being a "champion" is not about individual accomplishments, but rather about fostering a collaborative team environment. As Steve Dell'Orto, the CEO and founder of ConCntric, explains, construction is a team sport where success hinges on the collective efforts of all stakeholders.
"Construction champion, I think, in the purest truest sense is somebody who is a great teammate, a team leader, and just recognizes that construction is a team sport, and you have to be working together, not just your team working within your company, but collectively with all the stakeholders who have different needs, agendas, and outcomes for the project."
Steve Dell'Orto emphasizes the importance of understanding and respecting the unique roles and objectives of each stakeholder, from the design team to the trade contractors. By facilitating open communication and aligning these diverse interests, construction champions can pave the way for successful project delivery.
Overcoming Communication Challenges
One of the key challenges the construction industry faces is the lack of effective communication and collaboration. Steve Dell'Orto notes that many disputes and misunderstandings stem from the industry's reliance on verbal communication, rather than grounding discussions in tangible data and documentation.
"This is where I get to this, like, single source of truth and, you know, a picture is worth 1000 words. And when we can get to a place where we can actually, at our fingertips, have people communicate with referenceable information and details, etcetera, we're going to eliminate a lot of that stuff because all of that are typically 2 parties, you know, arguing over their version of the truth."
By providing construction professionals with the tools and technology to access and share a "single source of truth," the industry can reduce the time and resources spent on disputes and claims, ultimately leading to more efficient and successful project delivery.
Leveraging Technology Built by Builders
Steve Dell'Orto's journey from leading a major general contractor to founding a construction technology company, ConCntric, highlights the importance of having industry insiders drive the development of construction-specific software and tools.
"Is our industry going to be better if we have people from outside of the industry building technology that we have to then force fit into our industry? Or, man, is this an opportunity for a builder like me to go build a platform for fellow builders in a way that I've walked in their shoes?"
By drawing on his extensive experience in the construction industry, Steve Dell'Orto and his team are able to create technology solutions that address the unique challenges and pain points faced by construction professionals. This "built by builders" approach ensures that the software is tailored to the industry's specific needs, rather than forcing construction teams to adapt to generic, one-size-fits-all solutions.
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Conclusion
The construction industry's path to becoming a true champion lies in embracing the team-based nature of the business, overcoming communication barriers, and leveraging technology that is designed by those who have walked the job site. By following the insights shared by industry leaders like Steve Dell'Orto, construction professionals can build a more efficient, collaborative, and successful industry.
Constructing a Champion Mindset: Insights from a Construction Industry Leader
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