Redefining Perceptions of Precon

When was the last time you heard “good job?” Most feedback estimators receive is when you’ve gotten a number wrong. There is rarely any positive feedback in our profession. Also, preconstruction is unique in the construction industry because you need to be available to PMs in the field and to owners, which can require 12-hour + days.

There is the perception from the younger generations entering construction that preconstruction promotes a workaholic culture and that it is a profession that isn’t particularly rewarding.

How can we counter this stereotype?

John provides his expertise on how to counter the perception that precon isn’t rewarding in this episode of Precon Geeks.

 

We have dived deeper into this conversation in a blog post. Read it here: Does Preconstruction Promote a Workaholic Culture? (beck-technology.com)

 

 

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