<p>What happens when the developer is also the GC? Mill Creek Residential's Director of Pre-Con, Justin Valentim joins Troy and Trey to break down what pre-con looks like when you own the estimate, the trade partner relationships, and the investor conversation — all at once. Episode 4 of Proper Precon.<br /><br />Powered by Ediphi</p>

Advancing Precon 2026

Proper Precon Podcast is focused on how great construction teams win work, reduce risk, and build smarter before the first shovel hits the ground. Hosted by two voices from different sides of the industry, one with deep construction technology experience and one with real-world contractor perspective, the show explores what proper pre-construction actually looks like in today’s market.Each episode breaks down the people, processes, and technology shaping modern precon, including estimating, bid leveling, conceptual budgeting, owner reporting, value engineering, workflow design, and the systems top contractors use to stay ahead.You’ll hear honest conversations about where teams get stuck, how disconnected workflows slow projects down, and what best-in-class contractors are doing differently. Whether you’re an estimator, pre-construction manager, operations leader, or construction executive, this podcast is built to help you think bigger about precon and turn it into a competitive advantage.What to Expect:Real talk on pre-construction strategyStep-by-step breakdowns of winning workflowsConstruction tech trends and market shiftsLessons from the field and enterprise teamsIndustry News and SpotlightsPractical ideas you can apply immediatelyPreconstruction is more than estimating. It’s where projects are won or lost.This is Proper Precon.