089 - The Future Of Construction: Leadership & Innovation - Cam Roy

Cam Roy, Director of Construction at Ram Construction, joins Brandon for a practical conversation about construction leadership, teamwork, client trust, mentorship, planning, and innovation. Drawing from 17 years in the industry, Cam shares how he went from the field to leading construction operations, why great leaders need to leave their hat at the door, and how collaboration between GCs, trades, clients, and project teams can lead to better outcomes.🎯 What You'll Learn:Discover how leading alongside your team can create stronger results than simply giving ordersBuild better relationships with trades, clients, and project teams through trust and collaborationUnderstand why strong preconstruction planning can prevent problems before they reach the fieldLearn how listening to field teams can improve decisions, problem-solving, and project executionCreate stronger client relationships by treating the GC as a partner rather than just a contractorIntroduce new technology and innovation by getting field-level buy-in instead of forcing change from the top downDevelop a leadership mindset focused on making everyone around you betterNavigate construction challenges by working through problems together instead of creating roadblocks🔑 Key Topics Covered:✅ Cam's Journey From the Field to Construction Leadership✅ Leading With Humility and Collaboration✅ Building Trust With Clients and Trades✅ Preconstruction, Planning, and Risk Management✅ Mentorship and Developing People✅ Innovation and Technology in Construction✅ Teamwork and Field-Level Leadership👤 Featured Guest:Cam Roy – Director of Construction | Ram Construction🎙️ About The Open Concept Podcast:Your go-to podcast for construction industry insights, trade business strategies, and leadership advice that actually works.📱 Connect With Us:🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes👍 Like if this helped you💬 Comment your biggest takeaway🔄 Share with someone who needs this