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

10/09/2025 38 min Episodio 3
Where’s my money? Cracking the code on construction profits

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Episode Synopsis

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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