The Construction MF'ers
Leading a successful construction or manufacturing business can be tough. To survive, sometimes you have to be a real MF'er. We get it -- we're real MF'ers, too. MF'ers do what's right, pay it forward, lead through action, and get the job done. What did YOU think we meant by MF'ers? In THE Construction MF'ers, Mobilization Funding CEO and Co-Founder, Scott Peper, sits down with construction and manufacturing leaders to learn what they are doing differently and why it works. With a focus on communication, culture, and collaboration, The CONSTRUCTION MF'ERS tackles issues like labor, mental health, diversity, and growth with purpose.
The Construction MF'ers
Overcoming Construction Challenges Made EASY! with Cattlemen Construction | Construction MF'ers EP79
From balancing cash flow to dealing with every setback that could delay or derail a project, resilience is the name of the construction game. In the 79th podcast episode, Scott Peper sits down with Ryan Blankers and Eric Diaz, founders of Cattlemen Construction, who share hard-won insights from their dual roles as contractors and consultants—true Construction MF’ers who know the ins and outs of managing high-stakes projects.
Starting with a $500 million development and moving to their own company focused on QSR and retail projects, Ryan and Eric reveal what it takes to thrive when every detail counts—and every dollar matters. But it doesn’t stop there. Ryan and Eric bring experience from all sides, from large-scale builds to single-tenant projects, working across the entire construction chain. They’ve built their reputation on two core principles: finding creative ways to save clients money and delivering value through partnership, even as the construction landscape constantly evolves.
Closer look in the episode:
🔹 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝗵 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 – Ryan and Eric share how mastering cash flow keeps projects on track, with real examples of handling unexpected financial challenges.
🔹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁’𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 – By thinking like developers, they challenge traditional approaches to create sustainable, cost-effective solutions tailored to client needs.
🔹 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 – They discuss how strong, trust-based client relationships help them handle tough conversations and make smarter, shared decisions.
🔹 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 – Emphasizing construction’s unique growth potential, they share insights for young professionals on navigating challenges and proving their resilience.
🔹 𝗟𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗸 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 – Hear about their strategies for managing risks in high-stakes projects and why being proactive is essential.
🔹 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀 – Discover how they adapt and innovate under market pressures, turning obstacles into opportunities for client savings.
Tune in to learn how Ryan and Eric have made a difference in construction—and how you can too.
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