
Building Scale From Dirt to Dollars: A Family Business Journey with Jenny Williams - WDS Contracting
May 27, 2025
38:52
Jenny Williams discusses her journey in the family construction business and the significance of assembling the right team. She explores the CMGC delivery method, emphasizing its benefits in balancing work-life and technology adoption in construction. Jenny shares strategies for attracting and training new employees, highlighting the role of community engagement through events like construction rodeos. The conversation shifts to the evolving mindset in construction management, moving away from low-bid work, and the importance of building partnerships. Jenny also touches on the impact of DBE recognition and new growth opportunities in the industry, wrapping up with her closing thoughts.
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(0:00) Introduction and importance of the right team (2:06) Jenny Williams' journey in the family business (3:27) CMGC delivery method and work-life balance (10:13) CMGC benefits and technology adoption in construction (20:33) Strategies for attracting and training new employees (24:13) Construction rodeo and community engagement (28:32) Mindset shift in construction management and low-bid work (31:55) Building partnerships and impact of DBE recognition (34:56) New growth opportunities and closing thoughts