https://simplecast.com Inside Construction Inside Construction takes listeners on an unfiltered journey inside the challenges facing BCs’ industrial, commercial, and institutional construction sector. Hear firsthand from general and trade contractors on crucial issues like prompt payment, public sector procurement best practises, and finding and keeping talent. With Host Chris Atchison, BCCA President. en-ca Fri, 6 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +0000 Mon, 4 Aug 2025 08:44:52 +0000 https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/shows/inside-construction/ Inside Construction https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/c15bfd25-c591-4dad-8295-fc67b4b46a65/438e3978-b3e6-402d-b862-dcacad530f6d/3000x3000/bcca-podcast-cover.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/shows/inside-construction/ episodic Inside Construction takes listeners on an unfiltered journey inside the challenges facing BCs’ industrial, commercial, and institutional construction sector. Hear firsthand from general and trade contractors on crucial issues like prompt payment, public sector procurement best practises, and finding and keeping talent. With Host Chris Atchison, BCCA President. BC Construction Association false https://feeds.simplecast.com/imaOl0mc BC Construction Association rogerspodcastnetwork@rci.rogers.com 3db18803-3113-47a5-bbdf-0de9f16374a6 The Essential Apprentice Apprenticeship is crucial to building a productive and resilient construction industry. It's also an investment and a journey for the sponsoring employer and the aspiring tradesperson. In this episode, we look at the benefits and challenges of apprenticeship and hear from industry insiders about how they would attract more apprentices and improve completion rates. You'll hear from employers and apprentices, to gain valuable insights from both sides.

]]> Fri, 6 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +0000 rogerspodcastnetwork@rci.rogers.com (BC Construction Association) https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/shows/inside-construction/ Apprenticeship is crucial to building a productive and resilient construction industry. It's also an investment and a journey for the sponsoring employer and the aspiring tradesperson. In this episode, we look at the benefits and challenges of apprenticeship and hear from industry insiders about how they would attract more apprentices and improve completion rates. You'll hear from employers and apprentices, to gain valuable insights from both sides.

]]> The Essential Apprentice BC Construction Association 00:27:28 Apprenticeship is crucial to building a productive and resilient construction industry. It's also an investment and a journey for the sponsoring employer and the aspiring tradesperson. In this episode, we look at the benefits and challenges of apprenticeship and hear from industry insiders about how they would attract more apprentices and improve completion rates. You'll hear from employers and apprentices, to gain valuable insights from both sides. Apprenticeship is crucial to building a productive and resilient construction industry. It's also an investment and a journey for the sponsoring employer and the aspiring tradesperson. In this episode, we look at the benefits and challenges of apprenticeship and hear from industry insiders about how they would attract more apprentices and improve completion rates. You'll hear from employers and apprentices, to gain valuable insights from both sides. false full 11 11c92ac9-8453-4abe-b03a-ca02776d1b70 Comply or Goodbye: Construction Industry’s Response to COVID-19 From the early days of the pandemic, BC's government designated construction as an essential industry. Contractors were able to keep working, and it was a challenge they rose to. In this episode, leaders from the industry's main safety organizations reflect on their pandemic experiences, from the struggles and lessons learned to how this generational "trial by fire" will continue to shape the future of construction. 

]]> Fri, 7 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000 rogerspodcastnetwork@rci.rogers.com (BC Construction Association) https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/shows/inside-construction/ From the early days of the pandemic, BC's government designated construction as an essential industry. Contractors were able to keep working, and it was a challenge they rose to. In this episode, leaders from the industry's main safety organizations reflect on their pandemic experiences, from the struggles and lessons learned to how this generational "trial by fire" will continue to shape the future of construction. 

]]> Comply or Goodbye: Construction Industry’s Response to COVID-19 BC Construction Association 00:45:13 From the early days of the pandemic, BC's government designated construction as an essential industry. Contractors were able to keep working, and it was a challenge they rose to. In this episode, leaders from the industry's main safety organizations reflect on their pandemic experiences, from the struggles and lessons learned to how this generational "trial by fire" will continue to shape the future of construction. From the early days of the pandemic, BC's government designated construction as an essential industry. Contractors were able to keep working, and it was a challenge they rose to. In this episode, leaders from the industry's main safety organizations reflect on their pandemic experiences, from the struggles and lessons learned to how this generational "trial by fire" will continue to shape the future of construction. false full 10 d622010c-ead0-4c51-b9c4-89c049b71050 Fixed-Price Contracts in a Price-Volatile Market Rapidly escalating costs in an unpredictable global landscape. Dramatic uncertainty for many. In this episode, we sit down with experienced contractors and industry advisors to better understand contract options and how to minimize contract risks.

]]> Fri, 12 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000 rogerspodcastnetwork@rci.rogers.com (BC Construction Association) https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/shows/inside-construction/ Rapidly escalating costs in an unpredictable global landscape. Dramatic uncertainty for many. In this episode, we sit down with experienced contractors and industry advisors to better understand contract options and how to minimize contract risks.

]]> Fixed-Price Contracts in a Price-Volatile Market BC Construction Association 00:32:48 Rapidly escalating costs in an unpredictable global landscape. Dramatic uncertainty for many. In this episode, we sit down with experienced contractors and industry advisors to better understand contract options and how to minimize contract risks. Rapidly escalating costs in an unpredictable global landscape. Dramatic uncertainty for many. In this episode, we sit down with experienced contractors and industry advisors to better understand contract options and how to minimize contract risks. false full 9 1cda04bc-27f5-4092-a91d-93f122de7849 Prompt Payment Works Ontario. Alberta. The UK. The USA.  Prompt payment legislation is working in other jurisdictions, but B.C. continues to stall, leaving contractors to fend for themselves. In this episode, we sit down with four Canadian legal and adjudication professionals to learn how prompt payment is tangibly benefiting the construction industry in their provinces, and why B.C. needs to get on board.

]]> Fri, 10 Jun 2022 11:00:00 +0000 rogerspodcastnetwork@rci.rogers.com (BC Construction Association) https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/shows/inside-construction/ Ontario. Alberta. The UK. The USA.  Prompt payment legislation is working in other jurisdictions, but B.C. continues to stall, leaving contractors to fend for themselves. In this episode, we sit down with four Canadian legal and adjudication professionals to learn how prompt payment is tangibly benefiting the construction industry in their provinces, and why B.C. needs to get on board.

]]> Prompt Payment Works BC Construction Association 00:34:25 Ontario. Alberta. The UK. The USA. Prompt payment legislation is working in other jurisdictions, but BC continues to stall, leaving contractors to fend for themselves. In this episode, we sit down with four Canadian legal and adjudication professionals to learn how prompt payment is tangibly benefiting the construction industry in their provinces, and why BC needs to get on board. Ontario. Alberta. The UK. The USA. Prompt payment legislation is working in other jurisdictions, but BC continues to stall, leaving contractors to fend for themselves. In this episode, we sit down with four Canadian legal and adjudication professionals to learn how prompt payment is tangibly benefiting the construction industry in their provinces, and why BC needs to get on board. false full 8 6d54b450-f2a2-4245-b982-89675bb36a04 Up Close with the BCCA Board of Directors April is Construction and Skilled Trades Month in BC and to celebrate, we’re sitting down with Cameron Betts, Byron Tarby, Adam Timler, and Aaron Henry to get their insider’s take on what matters to construction businesses in BC. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear leaders in the industry share their personal experiences.

]]> Fri, 8 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0000 rogerspodcastnetwork@rci.rogers.com (BC Construction Association) https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/shows/inside-construction/ April is Construction and Skilled Trades Month in BC and to celebrate, we’re sitting down with Cameron Betts, Byron Tarby, Adam Timler, and Aaron Henry to get their insider’s take on what matters to construction businesses in BC. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear leaders in the industry share their personal experiences.

]]> Up Close with the BCCA Board of Directors BC Construction Association 00:45:44 April is Construction and Skilled Trades Month in BC and to celebrate, we’re sitting down with Cameron Betts, Byron Tarby, Adam Timler, and Aaron Henry to get their insider’s take on what matters to construction businesses in BC. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear leaders in the industry share their personal experiences. April is Construction and Skilled Trades Month in BC and to celebrate, we’re sitting down with Cameron Betts, Byron Tarby, Adam Timler, and Aaron Henry to get their insider’s take on what matters to construction businesses in BC. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear leaders in the industry share their personal experiences. false full 7 https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/?p=3552 You say CBA, I say PLA In this episode we explore the impacts of the BC Government’s Project Labour Agreement (PLA) on the construction industry. Introduced in 2018 disguised as a traditional Community Benefits Agreement (CBA), the policy is widely considered a violation of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Find out why, and why it matters.

]]> Mon, 24 Jan 2022 12:00:43 +0000 rogerspodcastnetwork@rci.rogers.com (BC Construction Association) https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/shows/inside-construction/ In this episode we explore the impacts of the BC Government’s Project Labour Agreement (PLA) on the construction industry. Introduced in 2018 disguised as a traditional Community Benefits Agreement (CBA), the policy is widely considered a violation of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Find out why, and why it matters.

]]> You say CBA, I say PLA BC Construction Association 00:35:25 In this episode we explore the impacts of the BC Government’s Project Labour Agreement (PLA) on the construction industry. Introduced in 2018 disguised as a traditional Community Benefits Agreement (CBA), the policy is widely considered a violation of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Find out why, and why it matters. In this episode we explore the impacts of the BC Government’s Project Labour Agreement (PLA) on the construction industry. Introduced in 2018 disguised as a traditional Community Benefits Agreement (CBA), the policy is widely considered a violation of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Find out why, and why it matters. false full 6 https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/?p=3538 A Life Worth Living In this episode we explore the twin crises of mental health and addiction, and how culture change is essential to the solution. The construction industry must be a space where those who are struggling know they aren’t alone, and can find a way forward to building their best life. As writer Johann Hari says, the opposite of addiction isn’t abstinence. It’s love.

]]> Mon, 13 Dec 2021 12:00:26 +0000 rogerspodcastnetwork@rci.rogers.com (BC Construction Association) https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/shows/inside-construction/ In this episode we explore the twin crises of mental health and addiction, and how culture change is essential to the solution. The construction industry must be a space where those who are struggling know they aren’t alone, and can find a way forward to building their best life. As writer Johann Hari says, the opposite of addiction isn’t abstinence. It’s love.

]]> A Life Worth Living BC Construction Association 00:28:43 In this episode we explore the twin crises of mental health and addiction, and how culture change is essential to the solution. The construction industry must be a space where those who are struggling know they aren’t alone, and can find a way forward to building their best life. As writer Johann Hari says, the … Continue reading "A Life Worth Living" In this episode we explore the twin crises of mental health and addiction, and how culture change is essential to the solution. The construction industry must be a space where those who are struggling know they aren’t alone, and can find a way forward to building their best life. As writer Johann Hari says, the … Continue reading "A Life Worth Living" false full 5 https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/?p=3529 No Ticket, No Ride. Compulsory trades are coming to BC. Are you informed and ready to adapt? If you’re a tradesperson in BC’s electrical, mechanical or automotive trades, you may be in the first wave of tradespeople to be impacted by the new regulations. In this episode we look at what’s coming, when, how and why, and hear from industry experts on the expected benefits and potential pitfalls of introducing mandatory certification in the middle of a skilled labour shortage.

]]> Mon, 8 Nov 2021 12:00:21 +0000 rogerspodcastnetwork@rci.rogers.com (BC Construction Association) https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/shows/inside-construction/ Compulsory trades are coming to BC. Are you informed and ready to adapt? If you’re a tradesperson in BC’s electrical, mechanical or automotive trades, you may be in the first wave of tradespeople to be impacted by the new regulations. In this episode we look at what’s coming, when, how and why, and hear from industry experts on the expected benefits and potential pitfalls of introducing mandatory certification in the middle of a skilled labour shortage.

]]> No Ticket, No Ride. BC Construction Association 00:29:10 Compulsory trades are coming to BC. Are you informed and ready to adapt? If you’re a tradesperson in BC’s electrical, mechanical or automotive trades, you may be in the first wave of tradespeople to be impacted by the new regulations. In this episode we look at what’s coming, when, how and why, and hear from … Continue reading "No Ticket, No Ride." Compulsory trades are coming to BC. Are you informed and ready to adapt? If you’re a tradesperson in BC’s electrical, mechanical or automotive trades, you may be in the first wave of tradespeople to be impacted by the new regulations. In this episode we look at what’s coming, when, how and why, and hear from … Continue reading "No Ticket, No Ride." false full 4 https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/?p=3476 Not Too Tough To Change An inside look at the evolution of BC’s construction culture

In this episode we look at how this traditionally “tough guy” industry is redefining safety to protect against psychological as well as physical hazards. As more employers adopt the Builders Code and its baseline conduct standard banning all forms of hazing, bullying, and harassment, they’re winning the hunt for talent.  Hear firsthand from leaders at the forefront of culture change about what they’ve experienced and why its important to fully support mental health as well as physical health in your crew.

]]> Mon, 12 Jul 2021 19:19:41 +0000 rogerspodcastnetwork@rci.rogers.com (BC Construction Association) https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/shows/inside-construction/ An inside look at the evolution of BC’s construction culture

In this episode we look at how this traditionally “tough guy” industry is redefining safety to protect against psychological as well as physical hazards. As more employers adopt the Builders Code and its baseline conduct standard banning all forms of hazing, bullying, and harassment, they’re winning the hunt for talent.  Hear firsthand from leaders at the forefront of culture change about what they’ve experienced and why its important to fully support mental health as well as physical health in your crew.

]]> Not Too Tough To Change BC Construction Association 00:24:03 An inside look at the evolution of BC’s construction culture In this episode we look at how this traditionally “tough guy” industry is redefining safety to protect against psychological as well as physical hazards. As more employers adopt the Builders Code and its baseline conduct standard banning all forms of hazing, bullying, and harassment, they’re … Continue reading "Not Too Tough To Change" An inside look at the evolution of BC’s construction culture In this episode we look at how this traditionally “tough guy” industry is redefining safety to protect against psychological as well as physical hazards. As more employers adopt the Builders Code and its baseline conduct standard banning all forms of hazing, bullying, and harassment, they’re … Continue reading "Not Too Tough To Change" false full 3 https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/?p=3225 Fear, Open and Transparent In this episode we look at the corrosion of public sector procurement standards, explore why today’s procurement practitioners may be bending the rules, and explain how ignoring best practises puts projects at risk. Host Chris Atchison gives the low-down on the issue that’s becoming a top concern for BC’s ICI industry, and talks with experts about how to fix it.

]]> Mon, 3 May 2021 11:00:59 +0000 rogerspodcastnetwork@rci.rogers.com (BC Construction Association) https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/shows/inside-construction/ In this episode we look at the corrosion of public sector procurement standards, explore why today’s procurement practitioners may be bending the rules, and explain how ignoring best practises puts projects at risk. Host Chris Atchison gives the low-down on the issue that’s becoming a top concern for BC’s ICI industry, and talks with experts about how to fix it.

]]> Fear, Open and Transparent BC Construction Association 00:20:19 In this episode we look at the corrosion of public sector procurement standards, explore why today’s procurement practitioners may be bending the rules, and explain how ignoring best practises puts projects at risk. Host Chris Atchison gives the low-down on the issue that’s becoming a top concern for BC’s ICI industry, and talks with experts … Continue reading "Fear, Open and Transparent" In this episode we look at the corrosion of public sector procurement standards, explore why today’s procurement practitioners may be bending the rules, and explain how ignoring best practises puts projects at risk. Host Chris Atchison gives the low-down on the issue that’s becoming a top concern for BC’s ICI industry, and talks with experts … Continue reading "Fear, Open and Transparent" false full 2 https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/?p=3111 Prompt Payment or Bust In this episode we get into the chronic problem of late payments in construction and how this issue puts contractors across the industry at risk, regardless of their business size, location, role, or labour affiliation. Host Chris Atchision gives the low-down on the issue that costs BC owners an estimated $4BN per year, and talks with four contractors about their experiences and why they support prompt payment legislation in BC.

]]> Thu, 1 Apr 2021 10:30:28 +0000 rogerspodcastnetwork@rci.rogers.com (BC Construction Association) https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/shows/inside-construction/ In this episode we get into the chronic problem of late payments in construction and how this issue puts contractors across the industry at risk, regardless of their business size, location, role, or labour affiliation. Host Chris Atchision gives the low-down on the issue that costs BC owners an estimated $4BN per year, and talks with four contractors about their experiences and why they support prompt payment legislation in BC.

]]> Prompt Payment or Bust BC Construction Association 00:33:10 In this episode we get into the chronic problem of late payments in construction and how this issue puts contractors across the industry at risk, regardless of their business size, location, role, or labour affiliation. Host Chris Atchision gives the low-down on the issue that costs BC owners an estimated $4BN per year, and talks with … Continue reading "Prompt Payment or Bust" In this episode we get into the chronic problem of late payments in construction and how this issue puts contractors across the industry at risk, regardless of their business size, location, role, or labour affiliation. Host Chris Atchision gives the low-down on the issue that costs BC owners an estimated $4BN per year, and talks with … Continue reading "Prompt Payment or Bust" false full 1 http://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/?p=3089 Welcome to Inside Construction Welcome to Inside Construction, hosted by BCCA president Chris Atchison. The construction industry is vital to the health of BC’s economy. It is also enormously complex. This show takes a hard and honest look at the issues within the industry, including payment flow, procurement best practices and diversification of the workforce. Hear from respected contractors from across BC who are candid about their experiences, perspectives, and hopes for the future. Coming April 1st, 2021.

]]> Thu, 25 Mar 2021 17:59:10 +0000 rogerspodcastnetwork@rci.rogers.com (BC Construction Association) https://frequencypodcastnetwork.com/shows/inside-construction/ Welcome to Inside Construction, hosted by BCCA president Chris Atchison. The construction industry is vital to the health of BC’s economy. It is also enormously complex. This show takes a hard and honest look at the issues within the industry, including payment flow, procurement best practices and diversification of the workforce. Hear from respected contractors from across BC who are candid about their experiences, perspectives, and hopes for the future. Coming April 1st, 2021.

]]> Welcome to Inside Construction BC Construction Association 00:01:50 Welcome to Inside Construction, hosted by BCCA president Chris Atchison. The construction industry is vital to the health of BC’s economy. It is also enormously complex. This show takes a hard and honest look at the issues within the industry, including payment flow, procurement best practices and diversification of the workforce. Hear from respected contractors … Continue reading "Welcome to Inside Construction" Welcome to Inside Construction, hosted by BCCA president Chris Atchison. The construction industry is vital to the health of BC’s economy. It is also enormously complex. This show takes a hard and honest look at the issues within the industry, including payment flow, procurement best practices and diversification of the workforce. Hear from respected contractors … Continue reading "Welcome to Inside Construction" false trailer