Built-In is FMI Corp.'s podcast for those in the built environment. More than just a construction podcast, we'll talk to industry leaders and subject matter experts about best practices, challenges and opportunities, the underlying economic trends and insights to help executives and managers better lead their companies.

We'll uncover the characteristics of top firms and explore what makes great leaders. We'll dive deep into various market segments, and we'll have conversations that help those with a passion for continuous improvement better their management and their companies.

Season One

Season 2: Ep. 4: The Growing Influence of Private Equity on the Built Environment

Private equity investment across the engineering and construction industry has vastly increased in recent years. In this episode, Consulting President Scott Winstead talks to Paul Giovannoni and Jayson Post about how private equity is reshaping the built environment and how FMI is working with investors.

Giovannoni's consulting practice mainly focuses on buy-side market studies and due diligence, while Post's work in investment banking helps private equity investors buy and sell assets. Learn more about the trends shaping the landscape for private equity and how FMI can help private equity firms make informed decisions and understand market nuances.

Trailer Season 2: Ep: 4: The Growing Influence of Private Equity on the Built Environment

In this episode, FMI Consulting President Scott Winstead speaks with FMI Capital Advisors Vice President Jayson Post and FMI Consulting Partner Paul Giovannoni. They talk about the trends underpinning activity as well as considerations around overall strategy for potential sellers.

Tune in next week on FMI's website or your favorite streaming platform. Like or subscribe to stay up to date on the latest releases.

Season 2: Ep: 3: Teichert President Mary Teichert on Attracting and Retaining Women in Construction

In this special episode for Women in Construction Week 2024, FMI Consulting President Scott Winstead and Mary Teichert discuss how to identify and demolish barriers to attract more women to the construction industry. They also talk about company values and ways leaders can support women to create a sense of belonging in the workplace.

Mary boasts an impressive resume including graduating from Harvard, holding positions on various industry boards, facilitating workshops to help women and minorities become licensed contractors, and serving as the President of Teichert Inc., which holds one of the oldest construction licenses in California and now comprises a diverse mix of businesses including Teichert Construction and Teichert Materials.

Trailer Season 2: Ep: 3: Teichert President Mary Teichert on Attracting and Retaining Women in Construction

In this special episode for Women in Construction Week 2024, FMI Consulting President Scott Winstead and Mary Teichert discuss how to identify and demolish barriers to attract more women to the construction industry. They also talk about company values and ways leaders can support women to create a sense of belonging in the workplace.

Mary boasts an impressive resume including graduating from Harvard, holding positions on various industry boards, facilitating workshops to help women and minorities become licensed contractors, and serving as the President of Teichert Inc., which holds one of the oldest construction licenses in California and now comprises a diverse mix of businesses including Teichert Construction and Teichert Materials.

Tune in next week on FMI's website or your favorite streaming platform. Like or subscribe to stay up to date on the latest releases.

Season 2: Ep 2: FMI’s 2024 Engineering and Construction Economic Overview with Jay Bowman

Understanding the regions and sectors where you operate is imperative in today's built environment. FMI Partner Jay Bowman joins FMI Consulting President Scott Winstead to talk about our recently released 2024 North American Engineering and Construction Industry Overview. Their conversation includes can’t-miss insights into what’s expected to drive the market over the next 12-24 months.

Trailer Season 2: Ep 2: FMI’s 2024 Engineering and Construction Economic Outlook

Understanding the regions and sectors where you operate is imperative in today's built environment. FMI Partner Jay Bowman joins FMI Consulting President Scott Winstead to talk about our recently released 2024 North American Engineering and Construction Industry Overview. Their conversation includes can’t-miss insights into what’s expected to drive the market over the next 12-24 months.

Tune in on February 6 to listen.

Season 2: Ep. 1: M&A Outlook for the Built Environment

Welcome back to our second season of the FMI Built-In Podcast. We're kicking off the year with a deep dive into consolidations and merger strategy with FMI Capital Advisors Managing Director Alex Miller. He joins FMI Consulting President Scott Winstead to talk about themes driving mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in the engineering and construction market in 2024. We'll look at what areas might be hot, considerations for companies thinking about M&A and other trends to help inform your thinking.

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