What are the unique challenges in multi-family residential developments? How are recent trends in construction financing shaping the industry? What obstacles remain in overcoming the construction industry labor shortage? Ryan Bevan, President of Construction at Gardner Group and a former Adjunct Professor at Brigham Young University, answered these and other fascinating questions on my podcast.
Ryan has two decades of experience managing construction projects, including commercial spaces, site development, retail, and multi-family residential developments. Over the past 11 years at Gardner Group, Ryan has overseen the development and management of over $1.5 billion in commercial projects.
His work has earned multiple design awards and has been featured in prestigious publications including Utah Contractors Magazine and Architectural Review.
Beyond his professional achievements, Ryan is also an adjunct professor in the Construction Management Master's Program at Brigham Young University and has served as Chair of BYU’s Industry Advisory Committee for 10 years.
In this episode:
00:00 Introduction
02:50 From Dentistry to Construction
05:43 The Evolution of Construction Technology
10:10 Pivotal Projects
12:42 Future Trends in Construction
16:00 Challenges in Multifamily Housing
19:40 Financing and Private Equity in Construction
22:00 Addressing Labor Shortages in Construction
26:00 The Importance of Relationships in Construction
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