Outcome-Based Roles and Lean Standards of Work with Clark Lowe

In this episode of the People-First Builders Podcast, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Clark Lowe, President & CEO of O'Connor Company, to explore how leadership, culture, and innovation are reshaping the construction industry.

Clark shares his journey from the United States Marine Corps to leading a national, fully remote construction firm—bringing with him a powerful philosophy rooted in discipline, emotional intelligence, and people-first leadership.

Together, Fletcher and Clark dive into:

Why only a small percentage of construction projects finish on time—and how to change that

The rise of remote work in construction and what it takes to succeed in it

The concept of self-regulated individual contributors (SRICs) as the future of leadership

How outcome-based roles and Lean "standards of work" are redefining performance

Why hiring for intangibles like self-regulation, empathy, and communication beats experience alone

How intentional leadership development and coaching can transform company culture

Clark also breaks down how O'Connor Company is attracting top global talent, building a high-performance culture, and achieving remarkable employee retention—all while operating fully remote.

If you're a leader in construction, engineering, or any people-driven business, this episode will challenge how you think about leadership, hiring, and the future of work.