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MCS Influencers
Navigating HOA roof approvals: Turning a common roadblock into a better project
MSC Influencer Anthony Ortega says early conversations with HOA's save time later. For many homeowners, the most intimidating part of replacing a roof isn't choosing the material or hiring a contractor. It's navigating the HOA approval process. In luxury mountain communities, HOA architectural review exists for a reason. These neighborhoods have ...
Homeowners' associations and metal roofs
MCS Influencer Renee Ramey says that education is the key to winning over an HOA. Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Renee Ramey of Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA). You can read the interview below, listen to the podcast or watch the recording. Lauren White: Hello ...
Leveraging the latest technology simplifies your estimates
MCS Influencer Jon Olson says having confidence in your quote starts with having confidence in your process. Accurate estimating is one of the biggest factors in protecting profitability — especially when working with specialty materials and evolving installation methods. When it comes to mechanical lock standing seam roofing, having confidence in ...
Estimating complex jobs in high snow elevation during uncertain times
MCS Influencer Anthony Ortega says the ability to forecast accurately and manage uncertainty will remain one of the most valuable skills an estimator can bring to the table. In the Mountain West, complexity extends well beyond material pricing. Many of our projects here at Viotell Metal Concepts are located at elevation ...
The best estimators don't guess — They forecast
MCS Influencer John Kenney says estimating complex jobs isn't about producing the lowest number. It's about producing the most accurate number. One of the fastest ways to lose money on a metal construction project is to underestimate its complexity. Most estimating mistakes don't happen because someone missed a square or forgot ...
Turning experience into a system
MCS Influencer Robert Tiffin says a proper framework for documented training is essential because quality buildings still start with quality people. Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Robert Tiffin of Silvercote. You can Read the interview below, Listen to the podcast or Watch the recording. Hi, ...
Building the future workforce: A new era of metal building training
MCS Influencer Sasha Demyan says what sets the Metal Building System Assembly Training Program initiative apart is its emphasis on real-world application. As the metal building industry adapts to increasing demand, workforce shortages and advancing project complexity, modernizing how we train and develop talent has never been more critical. Strengthening ...
Why training has become a competitive advantage in metal construction
MCS Influencer John Kenney says that the contractors who embrace ongoing training are positioning themselves for long-term stability. One of the biggest mistakes contractors still make is treating training as something extra rather than as part of the business itself. In the metal construction industry, that mindset is becoming harder ...
Leveraging industry connections to boost your training pipeline
MCS Influencer Jon Olson says your network becomes your competitive advantage to expand your training capabilites. Ask any contractor right now what keeps them up at night, and you’ll likely hear the same thing: finding and keeping skilled people. Industry wide, the pipeline of skilled workers coming into the field is ...
Increasing visibility of career opportunities in the metal industry
MCS Influencer Randy Chaffee says none of us operate in the industry alone; every good job reflects well on the industry. Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Randy Chaffee of Source One Marketing. You can Read the interview below, Listen to the podcast or Watch ...
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