The Preconstruction Podcast
#157 Ben Neff
August 25, 2025
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Summary
Our host, Gareth McGlynn, sat down with Ben Neff, Director of Preconstruction at Motz, during Advancing Preconstruction 2025 in San Diego. Together, they discussed the complexities behind creating world-class sports turf systems.
Discussion Highlights:
- Beginnings in Construction: From studying business at the University of Kentucky to a pivot into construction management and early hands-on fieldwork.
- Joining Motz: Transitioning from vertical construction to leading preconstruction at Motz.
- About Motz: A 100% employee-owned specialty contractor building natural grass and synthetic sports fields.
- Turf Systems: What it really takes to deliver a professional-quality field.
- Mechanics & Maintenance: The engineering and upkeep involved in maintaining top-level surfaces.
- Recent Project: Insights from Motz’s work on the Oakland A’s minor league ballpark.
You can connect with Ben via his Linkedin.
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