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Soft As Steel99 Years of Building BetterIn this episode, Dennis Doran sits down with Ryan Maibach and Ethan Uhl of Barton Malow for a compelling conversation about the evolving landscape of the construction industry. They explore the complexities of staffing large-scale projects like Ford, the growing demand for human capital, and the cyclical nature of the field. The discussion also highlights the industry's increasing focus on sustainability, workforce diversity, and the power of soft skills in effective leadership. From the role of technology to the value of cultivating meaningful relationships in the workplace, the episode offers valuable insights into the progress—and ongoing challenges—shaping the...2025-07-2232 minSoft As Steel99 Years of Building BetterIn this episode, Dennis Doran sits down with Ryan Maibach, President and CEO of Barton Malow, and Ethan Uhl, General Superintendent, to explore the enduring legacy of Barton Malow—now 99 years strong. They discuss the core values and essential soft skills that have shaped the company’s culture and influenced the broader construction industry.Ryan and Ethan offer personal insights into how Barton Malow nurtures its people, fosters leadership, and creates opportunities for growth. Their conversation highlights the role of faith, mindfulness, and genuine human connection in driving both professional success and personal fulfillment.The epis...2025-07-1531 min
The Preconstruction Podcast - Commercial Construction.E124: Tom Carolan, Director of Scheduling at Barton MalowThis week on The Preconstruction Podcast, Gareth McGlynn meets with Tom Carolan, Director of Scheduling at Barton Malow, to discuss the rising importance of scheduling in construction and its impact on delivering complex projects.
Tom's journey into scheduling: From a CM degree at Wentworth to roles at Whiting-Turner, AECOM, and now Barton Malow .
The rapid expansion of Barton Malow’s scheduling team and its significance in the industry.
Planning and scheduling: Its simplest form and importance.
Chairing the Advancing Scheduling and Planning Conference.
Challenges in planning and scheduling: Addressing the role of technology.
Planning & Scheduling methodologies: Last Planner, LCI, an...2024-12-2354 min
Commercial Construction Coffee TalkCCCT with Gretchen Gagel from Women Thriving In Construction - A Global Initiative.CCCT sat down with Gretchen Gagel who has served as a non-executive director on numerous boards and is currently Chair of the Board of Brinkman Construction (US) and Non-Executive Director, International Women's Forum (AUS). Gretchen is a member of the National Academy of Construction, the Steering Committee of the Construction Industry Culture Taskforce (AUS), the Associated General Contractors (AGC) of America Diversity and Inclulsion Committee, Women Corporate Directors (Global), and Women on Boards (AUS).Gretchen is passionate about leveraging her success in the construction industry to help all women and underrepresented communities thrive. She partners with organizations...2024-12-2152 min
Mornings with Mike and Meg - Sound BitesNextStar Energy Battery Plant updateSean Thibeault, Project Director for A-BM (Alberici-Barton Malow), joins Mike and Meg to talk about managing construction of the NextStar plant2024-12-1906 min
Said Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastBeyond the Build - Denisha GreerIn recognition of Construction Inclusion Week, we recently sat down with Supplier Diversity Specialist Denisha Greer for an episode of Said Differently – Beyond the Build. She joined the Community Engagement team in 2019 and now helps identify and recruit diverse subcontractors for Barton Malow projects throughout the country. Tune in as Denisha shares how she’s grown into her role supporting our initiatives to advance the industry.2024-10-1610 min
SLCS SpeaksEpisode #30-Bond 2020 UpdateHear from Barton Malow and IDS regarding Bond 2020 updates.2024-08-2207 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastS2, Episode #4 - Building Together: People, Projects, and CommunitiesIn the latest episode of Said Differently, we discuss the partnership and impact between Barton Malow and Habitat for Humanity. We’re joined by Barton Malow Senior Foundation Manager Dawn Lyman, Habitat for Humanity Deputy Director of Philanthropy for Oakland County Dena Vatalaro-Pryde, and Habitat for Humanity Recipient Autumn Butler. Our guests discuss the impact both organizations have had on communities, Autumn’s story, and how to get involved.2024-08-0420 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastS2, Episode #3 - Concrete Heroes: The Inside Story of the 'MegaSlab'Consisting of 6,470 cubic yards across 256,100 SF over 32.5 consecutive hours, the “MegaSlab” placement at General Motor’s Arlington, Texas, plant in 2019 as part of the M5 Productivity Improvement Program still stands as the largest continuous steel fiber pour ever done.In the latest episode of Said Differently, we’re joined by Barton Malow team members Ethan Uhl, Brian Willard, and Tom Binkowski, all of whom played a major role in the planning and execution of the MegaSlab. Our guest panel dishes on the inside story behind the placement, why it almost didn’t happen, and the eventual triumph that came...2024-07-1622 min
Spill The InkLessons from marketing a legacy construction firm on its 100th anniversary (feat. Dana Galvin Lancour)Reaching 100 years is a commendable accomplishment for any business and should be celebrated to the fullest extent. As Dana Galvin Lancour leads Barton Malow’s centennial marketing campaign, she joins us to discuss the challenges and opportunities in marketing a legacy construction firm with deep community roots. In this episode of Spill the Ink, Michelle interviews Dana, Barton Malow’s VP of branding and communications, about the strategic planning behind the firm’s 100th anniversary. They discuss how Barton Malow structures its team to facilitate cross-functional collaboration, the firm’s forward-thinking approach to thought leadership and the importanc...2024-07-0334 min
Women Who LeadWomen Who Lead ~ June 23, 2024June 23, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas interviews Katy Trudeau, incoming CEO of Eastern Market Partnership, Lauren Davis, regional president of Huntington Bank West Michigan, and Dannis Mitchell, Barton Malow, director of community engagement.2024-06-2338 min
Constructing TomorrowIntegration of Construction Scheduling & Planning - Insights from an Executive from Outbuild, Formerly with Procore and Bluebeam - EP #3 - Constructing TomorrowCollin Creach is a Senior Account Executive at Outbuild, which is a construction scheduling and planning software. Before Outbuild, Collin has spent the last 12 years working in the construction industry, mostly in construction tech. Collin started out in the industry with Barton Malow, a large general contractor when he graduated college, then moved on to Bluebeam where he spent 7 years, and was also a Sales Leader with Procore. Collin is passionate about working with people in the construction industry to help solve problems and improve processes with the help of technology.
In our conversation, we discuss about:
1) Construction Technology...2024-05-1946 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastBeyond the Build - Keith CollettIn a special Construction Safety Week episode, this edition of Said Differently – Beyond the Build profiles Safety Manager Keith Collett. His dedication to safety extends far beyond the workplace. A personal experience has emphasized the critical need for everyone to be well-versed in safety practices, including CPR and first aid. Keith joins us in the studio to share his compelling story, highlighting the significance of these essential safety measures.2024-05-0712 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastS2, Episode #2 - Under Pressure: Raising the Roof on the Pontiac SilverdomeIn this episode of Said Differently, we revisit the Pontiac Silverdome project that changed both sports construction and Barton Malow. From use of the Construction Management delivery method that helped the team quickly adapt to challenges to the first-of-its-kind 12-acre inflatable fabric roof, the Silverdome was lauded as an engineering marvel of its time.Chief Community Officer Ben Maibach III, a Vice President at the time of the Silverdome’s construction, joins the podcast to discuss the project. Also included is archival audio from then-Barton Malow President Rollie Wilkening and then-Chairman of the Board Ben Maibach Jr.2024-04-2420 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastBeyond the Build - Kim HoffmanTo celebrate this year’s Women in Construction Week presented by the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), this edition of Said Differently – Beyond the Build profiles Project Manager Kim Hoffman. In this episode, Kim opens up about her transition into construction, her experience as a woman in the industry, and offers valuable advice for those considering a similar path.2024-03-0511 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastS2, Episode #1 - Blueprints and Buried TreasureThere are a variety of challenges involved with building projects on undeveloped land – but uncovering historical artifacts or cultural finds might not be among the challenges that first come to mind. In this episode of Said Differently, we head out to the in-progress Scotford Solar Project in Alberta, Canada, with Project Manager Mike Jeske, where various cultural artifacts were discovered during the excavation stage of the project.Later in the episode, we revisit the Virginia Institute of Marine Science Davis Hall project with Project Manager Jim Droski. The project location in Gloucester Pointe, Virginia, situated on the Yo...2024-02-0618 min
The Construction User 2.0Innovation and ConTech - a conversation with Brianne Stewart and Matt HedkeIn this episode, host Kirk Westwood speaks with Brianne Stewart, Group Product Manager at Milwaukee Tool, and Matt Hedke, Director VDC Solutions at Barton Malow Company. The conversation covers the challenges and workarounds for connectivity at job sites, how the tech committee enables connections to industry people, companies, and resources, and what innovations the industry is working on for the future.
Brianne Stewart is trusted industry voice and University of Iowa-trained mechanical engineer. She started her career in manufacturing as a process engineer at Procter & Gamble before shifting into new product development (NPD) at John Deere, working i...2024-01-0229 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastBeyond the Build - Columbus 40th AnniversaryFrom sports and entertainment to higher education and healthcare, Barton Malow has built an impressive resume in the Columbus, Ohio area over the last four decades. Barton Malow broke ground on its first major project in Ohio in 1983, a $24-million addition and renovation to Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Since then, the Barton Malow team has continued striving for excellence, creating positive and lasting relationships with each successful project along the way.In this episode, we sit down with Project Executive Adrienne Sraver and Project Manager Quentin Pruneau to discuss our impact on the city, the greate...2023-12-1915 min
WLEI - Lean Enterprise Institute's PodcastBuilding a Problem-Solving Culture: Insights from Barton Malow’s Lean UniversityIn this episode of the WLEI Podcast, we speak with Jill Katic and Grace Eovaldi from Barton Malow, a major construction company that has recently seen significant growth. Jill and Grace share how they've been working to foster a culture of problem solving throughout Barton Malow, principally through a program dubbed Lean University.
During the conversation we dive into the following:
Lean Principles and A3 Problem-Solving: Exploring Lean University's five-day training program, which introduces participants to lean principles and the A3 problem-solving method over a three-month period.
Problem Identification and Analysis: How Jill and G...2023-12-1238 minWLEI - Lean Enterprise Institute's PodcastBuilding a Problem-Solving Culture: Insights from Barton Malow’s Lean UniversityIn this episode of the WLEI Podcast, we speak with Jill Katic and Grace Eovaldi from Barton Malow, a major construction company that has recently seen significant growth. Jill and Grace share how they've been working to foster a culture of problem solving throughout Barton Malow, principally through a program dubbed Lean University.
During the conversation we dive into the following:
Lean Principles and A3 Problem-Solving: Exploring Lean University's five-day training program, which introduces participants to lean principles and the A3 problem-solving method over a three-month period.
Problem Identification and Analysis: How Jill and G...2023-12-1238 minSLCS SpeaksEpisode #15-SLCS Bond WorkStephanie Buhagiar, Project Manager from Barton Malow, shares updates regarding the 2020 Bond construction projects. 2023-11-0208 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastBeyond the Build - Joe HollandEvery summer, Barton Malow welcomes dozens of interns to its jobsites and offices. One of our interns this past summer was Joe Holland, a University of Virginia (UVA) student who worked on the school’s Football Operations Center project. Joe’s story is unique, as this project was more than just an internship for him. Joe is an outside linebacker on UVA’s football team and will be using the Football Operations Center with his teammates for his senior season when it’s complete in spring 2024. In this latest installation of the Said Differently Beyond the Build podcast...2023-10-2710 minSoft As SteelRyan Maibach and Ethan Uhl: Barton Mallow: 99 Years of Legacy, Part IDennis Doran interviews Ryan Maibach, President and CEO of Barton Malow, and Ethan Uhl, General Superintendent at Barton Malow. They discuss the values and soft skills embraced by Barton Malow and their impact on the construction industry. Ryan and Ethan share their personal experiences and the company's approach to developing their workforce and fostering growth. They also emphasize the importance of faith, living in the present moment, and building positive relationships with clients and employees. The episode concludes with Dennis encouraging listeners to check out his book, "Soft as Steel," and share the podcast with others.2023-09-2631 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastEpisode #9 - Transformation, Innovation, and Brick-Laying RobotsProgress and back to zero. It’s not that construction has been completely absent of innovation, it’s just the start and finish nature of projects makes it difficult to carry over certain methods and technologies from one project to the next.It’s been one of the major inhibitors in the construction industry, and as Director of Business Transformation Daniel Stone notes in the latest episode of Said Differently, “Transformation, Innovation, and Brick-Laying Robots,” there’s always a better way to do some of these more antiquated processes.2023-09-0722 min
CEO & Executive Thought LeadershipLeading as a 4th generational with Ryan Maibach of Barton MalowJoin Jennifer Kluge as she sits down with Ryan Maibach, President and CEO of Barton Malow. As a 4th generational leader, Ryan shares a unique and fun ritual they practice to celebrate their employees.2023-09-0535 minSLCS SpeaksEpisode #6-2020 Bond UpdatesStephanie Buhagiar, Project Manager from Barton Malow, joins the podcast to provide updates regarding school improvements from the 2020 bond.2023-08-1706 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastBeyond the Build - Morgan State University PartnershipIn this latest episode of the podcast, Beyond the Build profiles Morgan State University’s Chairperson Dr. Lewis Waller and Barton Malow’s Senior Human Resources Manager Jeremiah Hovis to talk about our partnership and projects on and off the campus. 2023-07-2715 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastEpisode #8 - Paving the Way to an Electric FutureThe auto industry is well on its way to an electric future. Yet in order to get there, automakers need battery cells to power electric drivetrains – and they need a lot of them. Since earning its first lithium-ion battery cell manufacturing plant job in late 2019, Barton Malow has emerged as the world leader in Electric Vehicle (EV) battery cell construction. In the latest episode of Said Differently, we’re joined by Senior Project Directors Alan Blanchette and Chris Hofe to discuss the size and scale of these projects, the difference between building a battery cell plant versus a typ...2023-05-2230 min
Build Your SuccessCreating the Right Atmosphere Through Leadership with Dennis OdishoOur guest in this episode is Dennis Odisho from Barton Malow. Dennis is a Business Strategy Senior Manager with 25 years of experience in the Construction Industry. He shared some wonderful insights about the new generation of leaders and how the old generation is bridging the gap between them. We also talked about the attributes of a good leader and the importance of acquiring and applying them to make the industry such a fantastic place to work in.There's more to learn from Dennis in this episode, so make sure to tune in and pick up some gems that can...2023-05-1623 min
Press 1 For NickBuilding a People-Centric Organization: Insights from Barton Malow [People Centric]Building a People-Centric Organization: Insights from Barton Malow [People Centric]Barton Malow, a construction company, emphasizes the importance of being a people-centric organization for success. They have transitioned to a Lean organization and promote mental health in the workplace. They focus on consistency in project delivery and are gathering feedback to improve the team member experience. Their core values of integrity, partnership, and empowerment reflect their belief in building with the American spirit, people, projects, and communities. They are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace where team members can thrive.2023-03-1550 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastBeyond the Build - Women in Construction Week 2023To celebrate the 25th Annual Women in Construction Week presented by the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), this special edition of Said Differently – Beyond the Build profiles Senior Project Manager Linda Hatcher and Project Engineer La’Toya Tyson.2023-03-0922 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastBeyond the Build - Octavous CrosbyOctavous began his career with Barton Malow as a Carpenter in 2000 and became a Project Superintendent in 2018. In his 22-year career with Barton Malow, his project resume includes the Randolph Career and Technical Center and Little Caesars Arena.2023-02-2309 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastEpisode #7 - Downtown: A Hudson's StoryStanding on the corner of Woodward and Gratiot Avenues in downtown Detroit, the J.L. Hudson’s building was once as synonymous in describing Detroit as the automobiles that served as the Motor City’s chief export in the bustling metropolis. Fast forward to present day where a new development is rising on the historic site as Detroit continues its evolution.2023-01-2624 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastBeyond The Build - John Stewart + ScoutAfter retiring from the Marine Corp. in 2014, John worked for various employers before joining Barton Malow about three years ago. A passionate advocate of mental health –especially among military veterans –John and Scout recently joined us in studio for an in-depth conversation on construction, mental health, and how Barton Malow helps facilitate a culture for every team member.2022-11-1116 min
The Michigan OpportunityS2 Ep.39 Lindsey Rem, Vice President of Business Transformation – Barton MalowLearn about 3D printing with cement & industry 4.0, as well as LiftBuild, Alltrade & FlyPaper, plus how Barton Malow is transforming the construction industry! Listen to Lindsey Rem, Vice President of Business Transformation at Barton Malow, and host Ed Clemente as she explains the digital revolution happening in the construction industry through new, innovative processes. Discover how Barton Malow, with its 3,000 team members and 16 offices, multistate projects, a 100% employee-owned enterprise, is on a mission to transform the construction industry through innovation and increased efficiencies in the building process. Lindsey describes a variety of projects including famous stadiums, aut...2022-11-0222 min
Digital BuilderHow On-Demand Training Transforms Productivity in ConstructionThe typical approaches to training can sometimes feel unengaging, uninteresting, or disconnected. A miss with your training approach can mean new team members are underprepared to take on their new responsibilities.Most of us know the pain of sitting through hours long training sessions that seem to cover everything except what we actually need to know to do our jobs effectively. But it doesn’t have to be this way.This week, we sat down with Brian Popis, Senior Transformation Engineer, and Nick Bobbitt, Business Transformation Manager at Barton Malow to distill their strategy for onboarding and training fo...2022-09-1243 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastEpisode #6 - Transforming How the World is BuiltWith an industry ready for change and advanced delivery methods in place that could increase efficiencies, Barton Malow accelerated its journey to transform construction in 2017 through the acquisition of key resources and innovative, patented technology. It’s when Barton Malow’s LIFTbuild entity was officially born.2022-09-1220 min
The Build UpThe Build Up with Ryan Maibach1:10 – Whether he always wanted to join the family business.2:25 – What steps he is taking to make sure the family has a robust staff. 4:10 – How he handles not having elder relatives in the business and whether he’s prepping the next generation of Maibachs for the business.9:05 – Why he loves Lego.10:25 – His favorite project that he's worked on.13:10 – How hard it is to innovate in the construction industry. 15:30 – How he diversifies the Barton Malow portfolio.17:40 – How construction will change in the downtown Detroit core in the years ahead after CO...2022-08-3031 min
Crain's ConversationsThe Build Up with Ryan Maibach1:10 – Whether he always wanted to join the family business.2:25 – What steps he is taking to make sure the family has a robust staff. 4:10 – How he handles not having elder relatives in the business and whether he’s prepping the next generation of Maibachs for the business.9:05 – Why he loves Lego.10:25 – His favorite project that he's worked on.13:10 – How hard it is to innovate in the construction industry. 15:30 – How he diversifies the Barton Malow portfolio.17:40 – How construction will change in the downtown Detroit core in the years ahead after CO...2022-08-3031 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastBeyond the Build - Abi RichardsonIn this episode, we’re excited to be joined by Abi Richardson, a Senior Project Engineer based out of our Charlottesville, Virginia, office. Abi joined Barton Malow in the summer of 2018. She’s currently working on the Boys and Girls Club of Central Virginia’s new Albemarle Campus Club project. She also worked on the newly completed University of Virginia Student Health and Wellness Center.2022-07-2810 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastBeyond the Build - Sage VilleneuveWelcome to the groundbreaking episode of Said Differently’s Beyond the Build series, where we highlight various Barton Malow team members and how they’re living our core values on our project sites and in the community.In our debut episode, we’re pleased to welcome LEAPS intern Sage Villeneuve. LEAPS is short for “Learning Practicum for Students,” a 12-week college internship program that Barton Malow established in 1984. 2022-06-3006 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastEpisode #5 - The Ballpark That Forever Changed BaseballExposed steelwork. Brick construction. A historic look. When Oriole Park at Camden Yards opened in 1992, it bucked the multi-use stadium fad at the time and represented a facility that was purpose-built for baseball. Thirty years later, it continues to stand the test of time as one of baseball’s best venues. Learn more about how this development came together and how it changed how subsequent ballparks were built.2022-06-0721 min
The Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program — Events and InterviewsThe Occupational Safety and Health Act: The Past and Future of Workers’ Well-BeingPresident Nixon signed the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH) in 1970 following decades of workplace injuries and fatalities at mines, factories, construction sites, and other industrial settings. OSH is meant to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education, and assistance. The law has been a tremendous success in protecting workers and has had a considerable impact on workplace safety. Workplace fatalities have dropped by 65% since 1970, and workplace injuries and illnesses have dropped by 67% in about the same amount of time.
Even with this remarkable progress...2022-05-041h 15
The Marketing DepartmentStories That ConnectThere’s something memorable about every project. But what is it? Every water cooler conversation has a nugget that can say more about your company’s culture than any flier. You just have to listen! And storytelling goes beyond external communication—it’s incredibly important internally. In this episode, we dig into the diverse stories marketing can unveil through a variety of mediums to connect and communicate with fellow team members, with clients, and with the community.
Featured Panelists:
Dana Lancour, Vice President, Branding + Communications, Barton Malow Holdings
Lauren Dean, Senior Communications Associate, Smith Se...2022-04-2836 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastEpisode #4 - Winds of ChangeIn Episode 4 of Said Differently–A Barton Malow Podcast, we take a look at all-things wind energy and how Barton Malow is helping to build a more sustainable future. Our guests on this episode include Barton Malow Senior Project Managers Ryan Johnston and Curtis Brown, and DTE Manager of Renewable Energy Development Matt Wagner.2022-03-3126 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastEpisode #3 - Building the UnbuildableIn Episode 3 of Said Differently, we take a look at how there’s nothing quite like the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum – both on the banks of the Red Cedar on Michigan State University’s (MSU) campus or anywhere else in the state and country.Known for its unique design – there are no 90-degree angles throughout the building – and its challenging build, in “Building the Unbuildable,” we dive into all things Broad with a guest list that includes MSU Vice President for Strategic Infrastructure Planning and Facilities Dan Bollman, Craig Kiner of Zaha Hadid Architects, and Barton Malow P...2022-01-1021 min
Build Your PathRyan Monahan (Barton Malow) Sponsored by: Carter MachineryYou ever stop and think about the built environment? Our homes, workplaces, schools, stores, roads, bridges...even the cell towers and electric grid that gives us the magic of the Internet? It is all around us. Someone designs, builds, and maintains it. Why not you?
Ryan Monahan is the Senior Safety Manager at Barton Malow.
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Sponsored by Carter Machinery: https://cartermachinery.com/2021-11-1132 minSaid Differently - A Barton Malow PodcastEpisode #2 - Hot Starts, Golden Arms, Can’t LoseWomen are a largely untapped demographic with great potential to offset skilled labor shortages in construction. One Detroit-area organization is on the front lines of making this a reality – one welding course at a time.2021-10-2216 min
Rising Stars Class of 2021Rising Stars ~ Katie GandyAugust 2, 2021 ~ Katie Gandy speaks with Guy Gordon about her position as Senior Community Engagement Specialist with Barton Malow and how she impacts her industry by encouraging more female and minority apprentices to engage with her organization's projects. Katie also talks about her recent appointment as one of the Detroit Economic Club’s 2021 Rising Stars.2021-08-0206 min