In this high-energy episode, Heather and Robin finally step onto the construction site—and they’re bringing the sawdust with them. It’s the phase everyone thinks about first… but the truth is, most owners arrive here exhausted and underprepared. From weekly OAC meetings to managing RFIs and unforeseen conditions, this episode is all about one mission-critical skill: managing information flow.

Whether you’re an overwhelmed owner, a nonprofit navigating a remodel, or someone just trying to keep your team on schedule, this episode will equip you with the tools and mindset to lead your construction project like a pro.

Key Takeaways:
✔ The role of an owner during construction
✔ What to expect from weekly OAC meetings
✔ The danger of disrupting the information hierarchy
✔ Managing change orders and unforeseen conditions
✔ Why “rapid informed decisions” are your superpower

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 – Welcome: Construction’s the main event
01:55 – The owner’s new job: Manage information, not people
05:12 – How a missing paint color can derail a job site
08:27 – The GPS mindset: Track your RFIs like a pro
11:34 – What construction administration actually covers
15:21 – Weekly OAC meetings: Why they matter and how to use them
20:42 – The golden rule: Never give direction to a sub
25:00 – The power of rapid, informed decisions
27:17 – Change orders and unforeseen conditions
30:10 – Do you need an Owner’s Rep? (Spoiler: maybe yes)
32:44 – Owner’s Edge Academy: Learn it or let us do it for you