Welcome to a new episode of I’m The Gaffer 👷‍♂️

If you're a construction business owner, engineer, project manager, contractor, safety professional, or someone responsible for delivering projects, this conversation offers valuable insights into engineering leadership, safety, technology, and the future of the industry.

In this episode, Craig Montz joins Gavin Coyle to discuss what makes a great engineer, why the industry needs more engineering talent, how technology is transforming project delivery, and why preventing problems is more valuable than simply solving them.

You’ll learn:

Why engineering is a rewarding career with endless opportunities

What qualities make a great engineer

Why safety should be considered during design, not after construction starts

How asking better questions leads to better project outcomes

Whether construction projects are being over-engineered

How BIM and 3D modelling are changing project planning

Why technology and AI are becoming essential engineering tools

Why experienced engineers focus on preventing problems, not just fixing them

How engineering firms can attract and retain top talent

Why leadership is often about listening instead of providing solutions

Why Craig believes he should have bet on himself earlier in his career

🎯 Episode Highlights / Timestamps

00:00 Problem solving vs problem prevention

01:30 Introduction to Craig Montz

05:15 How engineering firms attract top talent

07:52 What makes a great engineer?

09:37 Why engineering logic improves safety

10:36 Are projects being over-engineered?

15:23 The qualities of a modern engineer

16:03 How BIM and technology are transforming construction

18:44 The leadership lesson behind problem prevention

20:00 Building projects virtually before construction begins

26:14 How AI helps engineers make better decisions

27:25 Engineering salaries and specialist career opportunities

32:05 Leadership lessons from managing people

35:00 The future of engineering and technology

37:50 Knowing what you know now, what would you do differently?

Connect with Craig Montz

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigmontz/

Company Website

https://mcclurevision.com/

About Coyle Group

Coyle Group provides safety outsourcing and managed services for high-impact projects across wind, utilities, power generation, engineering, and construction.

With 25+ years of experience, 100+ safety professionals, and 1M+ safety hours completed, Coyle Group helps projects run safely and compliantly.

Learn more:

https://coyle-group.com/

About the Podcast

I’m The Gaffer, hosted by construction professional Gavin Coyle, brings together industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts to share real insights on leadership, growth, safety, engineering, and success in the construction industry.

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