489 :: How To Embrace Innovation Without Losing Your Field Team's Trust with Evan McKee of Suffolk Construction

The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget

How can construction leaders predict safety risks before incidents happen—using AI?

In an industry that's notoriously slow to adapt, this episode with Suffolk Construction's Evan McKee reveals how leaders can overcome resistance to change and drive real innovation on the jobsite.

From predictive analytics to building a culture of transparency, Evan shares practical strategies for adopting new technologies—without alienating your team.

In this episode, you will:

• Learn how Suffolk uses AI to predict safety incidents with over 85% accuracy
• Discover what truly sets Suffolk's innovation culture apart from "talking the talk"
• Gain insight into how young professionals and veteran builders can mentor each other

Hit play now to learn how forward-thinking leadership and data-driven strategies are transforming construction for the better—before your competitors do.

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The Construction Leadership Podcast dives into essential leadership topics in construction, including strategy, emotional intelligence, communication skills, confidence, innovation, and effective decision-making. You'll also gain insights into delegation, cultural intelligence, goal setting, team building, employee engagement, and how to overcome common culture problems. Whether you're leading a crew or managing an entire organization, these conversations will equip you with tools to lead smarter and build stronger teams.

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