{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Building Doors with Lauren Karan","title":"64. Why Gen Z is Reshaping Engineering & Construction with Carina Nixon","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2353,"description":"\nIn this episode of The Building Doors Podcast, host Lauren Karan sits down with Carina Nixon, an engineer and sustainability advocate, to discuss the future of engineering, the changing workforce, and why knowledge transfer is critical to success in construction.\nWith a background spanning renewable energy, hydrogen technology, and supply chain decarbonization, Carina is a passionate leader who believes that younger generations hold the key to industry transformation.\nShe’s also tackling one of the biggest challenges of our time: How do we ensure a smooth transition between an aging workforce and the next generation of engineers, project managers, and construction professionals?\n\nWhat You’ll Learn in This Episode:\n\nThe Changing Workforce & Industry Evolution:\nWhy five generations in the workforce create both challenges and opportunities.\nHow Gen Z learns differently—and why that’s reshaping knowledge transfer.\nWhat companies must do to retain young talent in a competitive market.\nSustainability & Innovation in Construction:\nHow supply chains are evolving for a greener future.\nThe role of renewables, hydrogen energy, and decarbonization in the industry.\nWhy small-scale projects might be the key to long-term success.\nThe Role of Technology & AI:\nHow artificial intelligence is changing the way young engineers work.\nThe risk of over-reliance on automation—and what that means for learning.\nWhy human oversight in AI-driven decision-making is crucial for safety and innovation.\nBridging the Generation Gap in Leadership:\nWhy Gen Z values purpose, flexibility, and innovation in their careers.\nHow mentorship and knowledge sharing will shape the next era of construction.\nThe case for giving young leaders a voice at the boardroom table.\nAbout Our Guest\n\nCarina Nixon is an engineer, sustainability leader, and former CEO of Youth Without Borders. She has worked extensively in renewable energy, decarbonization, and future-focused engineering solutions.\nCarina is a strong...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/rcJTQ5eXITvLdAogYDlhRpa2ZvZlMeipr6w7MvQqkqs/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzM1NTExLzE2Njgz/OTU0OTQtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}