Burgess Civil founder Ben Burgess recently joined host Chris Coghlan on The Contractor’s Playbook, a construction leadership podcast focused on the experiences, challenges, and lessons that shape successful leaders throughout the construction industry.
During the conversation, Ben shares the story behind Burgess Civil and reflects on more than 12 years of building and growing the company. From navigating challenges and learning through experience to developing a strong team and company culture, the episode offers an inside look at the journey behind Burgess Civil.
More Than 12 Years of Building Burgess Civil
Building a successful civil construction company doesn’t happen overnight. Ben’s conversation explores the ups and downs that come with entrepreneurship and leadership in a demanding industry.
The episode provides an opportunity to hear about the experiences that have helped shape Burgess Civil, the lessons learned along the way, and the importance of continuing to grow as both a company and a leader.
Conversations About Construction Leadership
The Contractor’s Playbook brings construction executives and industry professionals together to discuss their backgrounds and the paths they took to build successful careers.
By sharing these stories, the construction leadership podcast also helps raise awareness of the many career opportunities available throughout the construction industry. From field operations and skilled trades to project management and leadership, construction offers a wide range of paths for people interested in building meaningful careers.
Watch Ben Burgess on The Contractor’s Playbook
We’re grateful for the opportunity to share the Burgess Civil story and some of the lessons learned throughout this 12+ year journey.
Whether you work in construction, are building a business, or are considering a career in the industry, we hope there’s something in Ben’s experience that you can take with you.
