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Most construction issues don’t start in the field.They start behind the scenes. With misaligned systems, siloed teams, and owners left in the dark.Behind the Barricade pulls back the curtain on what really derails timelines, budgets, and trust.Each episode, we talk with construction leaders, project owners, and field experts who’ve faced the chaos.... and found a better way through.We cover:-What went wrong (and why)-How they turned it around-The systems and strategies that actually workThis isn’t PR. It’s a pressure test for how construction is led.Because when owners see the truth, they lead differently.
Unknown Host hosts Behind the Barricade, a business show with 20 episodes published.
Jim Christian sits down with Alec Zaballero, Principal at Arcadis, for an in-person New York City episode of Behind the Barricade . The conversation explores why construction productivity has remained flat even as projec
In this episode, Christina Magrans, Founder and CEO of Studio Lords, shares about what creates real productivity breakthroughs in construction and design. Christina shares her background in luxury retail, the growth of S
Chad Cannon and Jim Christian reflect on one of the most important themes from the podcast’s first 12 episodes: effective communication. They explain why successful project delivery requires clarity, frequency, courageou
Chad Cannon and Jim Christian reflect on one of the most important themes from the podcast’s first 12 episodes: effective communication. They explain why successful project delivery requires clarity, frequency, courageou
In this episode, Chad and Jim reflect on one of the biggest themes from Behind the Barricade: great projects are built through relationships, not transactions. Jim shares why Cornerstone treats clients, contractors, and
In this episode, Chad Cannon interviews Jim Christian about why pre-construction is where construction projects are won or lost . Jim explains that great project management means owning the outcome, not just attending me
Most construction projects struggle with productivity, delays, and budget overruns but what if the secret to success isn’t just more resources, but smarter management? In this eye-opening episode, I sat down with industr
Tomomi Marzan, Director of Retail Design at Belmont Park Village, shares a behind-the-scenes look at delivering high-performance retail construction projects. From starting work before leases are finalized to aligning la
In this insightful interview, Charles Stark, CEO of Stark Engineering, shares his journey from childhood influences to leading a successful engineering firm. He discusses the importance of relationships, design challenge
In this episode of Behind the Barricade, Jim Christian sits down with Meri Gregg, Senior Project Manager at Avon Design Group, to explore what really drives performance in retail construction projects. With more than 20
Jenny Kim joins host Jim Christian to discuss her path from architecture into luxury retail construction, and the performance breakthroughs she's experienced managing store development projects. Her Background Jenny star
What does it really take to make construction projects successful? In this episode of Behind the Barricade, Jim Christian sits down with Jim McNally of The Dimension Group , a construction veteran with more than 50 years
In this episode of Behind the Barricade, Jim Christian interviews Roy Barberry, a seasoned entrepreneur and market manager at 84 Lumber. Roy shares his journey from a young boy working in his family's lumber business to
In this episode of Behind the Barricade, Jim Christian speaks with Pat Flood, founder and CEO of Quarter 20, about the intricacies of retail construction and design. They discuss Pat's journey into the industry, recent b
In this episode, host Jim welcomes Adam Hirsch, CEO of Hirsch Construction Corp, to discuss breakthroughs in the construction industry. Adam shares his journey into the family business, emphasizing the importance of urge
In this episode of "Behind the Barricades," host Jim Christian sits down with Rachel Zsembery, President and CEO of Bergmeyer, to explore the evolving landscape of the construction industry. Rachel shares insights from h
In the final episode of 2025, Jim Christian, founder and CEO, shares his insights on performance breakthroughs in the construction industry. He emphasizes the importance of controlling one's calendar, the power of deep w
In this episode of "Behind the Barricade," host Jim Christian welcomes Tim Patrie, an expert in the construction industry, to discuss the nuances of value engineering. Tim shares his journey from working on construction
In this episode of "Behind the Barricade," host Jim Christian sits down with Virginia Grant, Vice President of Store Development for Luxottica. Virginia shares her inspiring journey from a teaching background to leading
Construction looks clean on paper. In reality, it’s chaos. Delayed permits, blown budgets, and miscommunication that can make or break a project. In this short intro, host Jim Christian lays out why he’s pulling back the
Alec Zaballero
Arcadis
1 appearance on this show
Christina Magrans
Studio Lords
1 appearance on this show
Tomomi Marzan
Belmont Park Village
1 appearance on this show
Charles Stark
Stark Engineering
1 appearance on this show
Meri Gregg
Avon Design Group
1 appearance on this show
Jim McNally
The Dimension Group
1 appearance on this show
Roy Barberry
84 Lumber
1 appearance on this show
Pat Flood
Quarter 20
1 appearance on this show
Adam Hirsch
Hirsch Construction Corp
1 appearance on this show
Rachel Zsembery
Bergmeyer
1 appearance on this show
Virginia Grant
Luxottica
1 appearance on this show
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