225. Running Profitable Projects With Russ Stephens and Erika Mosse

Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode featuring Erika Mosse from JobTread, and Russ Stephens, Co-founder of APB. Recorded during our webinar series for the 2026 State of Residential Construction Industry Report, the two unpack what actually drives the most profitable projects, pairing real data with real-world insights.

This episode is sponsored by Apparatus Contractor Services, click the link below to learn more:hubs.ly/Q02mNSsG0

INSIDE EPISODE 225 YOU WILL DISCOVER

• Why profit “disappears” even when jobs seem healthy
• How scheduling delays quietly destroy margins
• The importance of knowing your fixed expenses per job per day
• Where change orders and selections cause the biggest profit leaks
• How systems, KPIs, and client handbooks tighten project delivery
• And much, much more.

ABOUT RUSS STEPHENS

Co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders, Russ is a data analysis expert who has introduced data-driven decision making to the residential construction industry. Russ is also a proud member of the Forbes Business Development Council.

Connect with Russ: linkedin.com/in/russstephens

ABOUT ERIKA MOSSE

Experienced, dynamic business leader with a proven track record in content strategy, operational excellence, and editorial craftsmanship. Skilled in mentoring high-performing teams and fostering a collaborative environment. Passionate about innovation, great storytelling, and connecting with an audience. Believer in the joy of driving a fast car with a manual transmission.

Connect with Erika: linkedin.com/in/erika-mosse-56488535/

TIMELINE

• 2:30 Why builders don’t see profit problems coming
• 8:45 Scheduling delays as the “silent killer” of profit
• 15:30 Fixed expenses per job per day (and why builders must know this number)
• 22:10 How change orders and selections derail timelines
• 33:40 The importance of systems, KPIs, and one source of truth
• 45:20 Pricing for profit and running tighter, more disciplined projects

LINKS, RESOURCES & MORE

APB Website: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com

APB Rewards: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/rewards/

APB on Instagram: instagram.com/apbbuilders/

APB on Facebook: facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders

APB on YouTube: youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders