Podcasts

Civalgo podcasts covering construction leadership, field productivity, technology adoption and real-world project insights.

Why Contractors Lose Money with the Wrong Equipment (Colin Chenet)

In this episode of the Civalgo Podcast, heavy equipment expert Colin Chenet shares practical advice for contractors on choosing the right equipment, improving jobsite productivity, and avoiding costly mistakes. We discuss equipment selection, maintenance strategies, operator training, and how data and AI are transforming the road construction industry.

The Estimator’s Edge: Data, Listening, and Field-Driven Insight (Guillaume Laferriere)

In this episode, Senior Estimator Guillaume Laferriere discusses the evolving role of estimators in heavy civil construction as the industry looks toward 2026. Drawing from his experience across paving, sewer and watermain, and major heavy civil projects, Guillaume shares perspectives on the complexity of estimating, staying connected to the field, selecting the right systems, the value of post-mortems, and the growing impact of AI.

Roadwork Evolution: Past Lessons, Future Challenges (Ivan Levac)

In this episode, Ivan Levac reflects on how roadwork has transformed over the past two decades, the realities of job sites in the early 2000s to the operational pressures contractors face today. He shares what has improved, what has become more challenging, and why protecting margins has grown increasingly complex. Ivan also discusses the impact of digital tools, the role AI could play in planning and forecasting, and how industry associations like ORBA, OSSGA, and OAPC help shape modern practices. A thoughtful conversation for anyone involved in roadwork, heavy civil operations, or infrastructure management, and for those looking to understand where the industry is heading next!

Building New York’s Future: Inside AGC NYS’s Mission and Modern Challenges (Mike Elmendorf)

In this episode, we sit down with Mike Elmendorf, President & CEO of the Associated General Contractors of New York State (AGC NYS) - the leading voice of New York’s construction industry. We talk about how associations like AGC help contractors navigate regulations, embrace technology, and build a stronger future for the industry. From advocacy to innovation, discover how AGC NYS is helping shape what’s next for construction in New York.