Beyond Prequalification
Beyond Prequalification explores the tools, strategies, and real-world stories that are shaping the future of contractor management and construction safety. Hosted by industry leaders at Highwire, each episode dives deep into conversations with top EHS professionals, general contractors, and safety innovators who are driving progress across job sites and organizations. From fall protection and serious injury prevention to mentorship, data-driven inspections, and wrap-up programs, Beyond Prequalification delivers practical insights that help contractors and owners elevate performance, reduce risk, and build stronger partnerships. Whether you’re a safety manager, project executive, or construction leader, this podcast offers the actionable knowledge you need to stay ahead.
Beyond Prequalification
How Planning and Partnership Deliver Safer Outcomes at Riley Construction
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How do proactive planning and strong relationships create safer, more successful projects?
In this episode of Beyond Prequalification, David Tibbetts, CSP, Chief Safety Officer at Highwire, talks with Robert Pieters, Safety Manager at Riley Construction, about how engagement, empathy, and planning form the foundation of Riley’s safety approach.
Robert shares how six-week lookaheads help identify and plan for high-risk work, how leadership walks strengthen trust across teams, and why training moments in the field often make the biggest impact. He also discusses Riley’s commitment to developing the next generation through pre-apprenticeship programs and hands-on learning experiences.
Whether you’re leading crews or managing programs, this episode offers practical ways to improve communication, elevate performance, and build safer projects through partnership.
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