In this episode of On the Surface, we unpack what project managers actually do—from planning and coordinating crews and subs to managing schedules, change orders, and milestones like traffic swaps. Patrick Lemley brings a surveyor’s eye and tech‑forward mindset to working smarter in the field. We cover the rhythm of the job, finishing without a punch list, and what success looks like. Plus: week‑one advice for any role and a question for the next guest.

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In this On The Surface conversation, Seth Stevens and Jordan Janet break down the one metric that keeps every business alive: cash. Using plain‑spoken examples—from quarry rock to multi‑month construction projects—they map the full journey from opportunity → revenue → cash in the bank, and explain why profit on paper can hide real cash risk.

You’ll hear how front‑end decisions (quotes, terms, creditworthiness, and relationship building) connect to back‑end realities (billing accuracy, aging reports, finance charges, and collections), and why collaboration across sales, operations, shared services, and accounting is the only way to protect liquidity. The duo digs into milestones and pay estimates, credit checks and insurance, pausing accounts when needed, and forecasting cash needs for payroll, parts, and projects—plus the role site managers play in controlling costs to reduce cash burn.

If you’ve ever wondered why your income statement looks great while your bank balance doesn’t, this episode will help you see—and manage—the difference.

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In this episode of On The Surface, hosts Seth Stevens and Jordan Janet dig into what it takes to transition roles successfully. Drawing on recent role changes and real-world examples, they unpack why leadership transitions matter, how “sink-or-swim” cultures set people up to fail, and what smart companies do instead: build structured support, training, and clear timeline plans. Seth and Jordan cover the tricky shift from peer to manager, the value of functional mobility, and the mindset pivot from “doing the work” to leading the work. They also explore imposter syndrome, why emotional intelligence is becoming the decisive edge in the age of AI, and how focusing on your strengths (think CliftonStrengths) helps you lead with confidence.

You’ll hear practical tactics you can use today: intentional 1:1s, regular team cadences, purposeful performance reviews, and creating trust through listening first and changing later. The takeaway? Own your career—speak your ambitions out loud, map your first wins, and communicate, communicate, communicate. If you’re prepping for a promotion or guiding one on your team, this conversation will help you make the transition seamless—for you, your people, and the business.

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