Where’s my money? Cracking the code on construction profits

In this episode of The Cost Code Show, we sit down with Coltivar founder and construction profitability expert, Steve Coughran. With experience as a contractor, a CFO, and now as a strategic consultant, Steve unpacks why “knowing your numbers” is the foundation of building a profitable, resilient construction business.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why “knowing your numbers” is the key to running a profitable, resilient construction business

• The four levers of profitability every contractor should master

• How to use job costing as a feedback loop to sharpen estimating and pricing

• Why misunderstanding WIP (Work in Progress) can choke your cash flow, and how to avoid it

• Straight talk, no fluff: practical financial tips you can apply right away

Closing thought If you’ve ever looked at your P&L and thought, “Where’s the money?” this episode will show you where to find it.

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