Navigating New Terrain: From Navy Chief to Civilian Professional with Tony McCall

The Construction Veteran Podcast

Send us a Text Message.

Ever wondered about the journey from a military service member to a civilian professional? In this engaging conversation, I sit down with Tony, an accomplished veteran who transitioned from the Navy into the civilian construction industry. We explore his fascinating career trajectory from his South Carolina roots in 2002 to his deployments in Kuwait and Iraq, and his eventual decision to leave the Navy. Listen closely as we delve into his involvement with Dev Group, a special workforce development program, and explore the screening process he underwent.
The second part of our conversation covers Tony's transition from being a Navy Chief to navigating the civilian working world. We shed light on his unique experiences, the cultural differences between military and civilian roles, and the plethora of opportunities for those transitioning from the military. Tony's journey to his current role at RK&K, a leading architect and engineering firm, is a testament to the vast scope of opportunities available for veterans in the civilian landscape.
In the final segment, Tony generously shares a wealth of advice for anyone transitioning from the military to civilian life. We delve into the power of veteran networks and how his military experience has shaped his approach to interacting with people in the construction industry. We also dive into his involvement with the Honor Foundation and the Transition Assistance Program (TAP), emphasizing the importance of reaching out to industry veterans for support. So grab your headphones and join us for an insightful discussion on the transition from the military to the civilian world and the abundant opportunities that lie therein.

Support the Show.

• TCV Email: [e-mail]
• TCV YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@constructionvet/featured
• TCV Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/constructionvetpodcast/

บท

1. Veteran Construction Professional's Career Journey (00:00:01)

2. Navy Chief to Civilian Work Transition (00:13:23)

3. Military to Civilian Construction Work (00:27:02)

4. Transitioning From Military to Civilian Life (00:35:02)

5. Support for Veterans in Construction Industry (00:41:29)

6. Military Veterans in Construction Podcast (00:53:57)