?Can You Map Out the Journey of a Successful Infrastructure Career?*?? This week on The Take-Off Podcast get inspired by @Andrew Marsonet, Project Director at @Acciona Construction and a passionate industry veteran. Andrew, a @University of Sydney?  civil engineering graduate, brings over two decades of experience to the table, having driven major projects like the M2 Upgrade and the Optus Wireless Project. ?  If you're all in for: ? A blueprint for success Learn from Andrew's inspiring career path?, from his early days as a young grad to leading multi-million dollar infrastructure p ..read more

Retirement shouldn't be a cliff dive – it should be a smooth transition to a fulfilling next chapter! This week on The Take-Off Podcast, we're joined by our managin director Mick Donaghy to chart your course towards a secure and enjoyable retirement. In this episode, Mick unveils practical strategies to: Set SMART Retirement Goals: Discover how to define your ideal retirement lifestyle and translate those dreams into actionable financial objectives. What roles should you look when thinking of pushing the break What questions to ask yourself to know what you want. Whether you're just starting ..read more

Thinking of taking ?  your construction ?  career ?  international?**   This week on The ?  Take-Off  Podcast, ?  we're thrilled to feature  **rising star ?⭐  Angel ?  Iyke-Osuji, Cost Administrator at Turner & Townsend and a LinkedIn powerhouse!**  Angel,  a young  and ambitious leader from Nigeria, ??  shares her  insightful perspective on **marketing yourself in a new country.  In this episode, you'll gain valuable strategies for:  Building ⚒ a Strong ?  Online Presence: Learn how to leverage pla ..read more

Thinking of taking ?  your construction ?  career ?  international?**   This week on The ?  Take-Off  Podcast, ?  we're thrilled to feature  **rising star ?⭐  Angel ?  Iyke-Osuji, Cost Administrator at Turner & Townsend and a LinkedIn powerhouse!**  Angel,  a young  and ambitious leader from Nigeria, ??  shares her  insightful perspective on **marketing yourself in a new country.  In this episode, you'll gain valuable strategies for:  Building ⚒ a Strong ?  Online Presence: Learn how to leverage pla ..read more

Consult or Contract? Charting Your Course with Mick Donaghy on The Take-Off Podcast! Confused about the difference between consultancy and contracting in construction? You're not alone! This week, our host sits down with industry veteran Mick Donaghy, Managing Director of GEDON™, to navigate this crucial decision. In this episode, you'll gain valuable insights on: Understanding Your Needs: Mick helps identify key factors to consider when choosing between a consultancy or contracting approach for your specific project requirements. ️ The Power of Partnership: Learn how collaboration with a co ..read more

The Pivotal Point: Peter Colacino on Construction's Turning Tides ️ This week on The Take-Off Podcast, we tackle a critical question with industry expert Peter Colacino: What is the turning point of a construction project? Peter, a renowned Project Lead at Mott MacDonald dives deep into the crucial moments that can make or break a project's success. Tune in to learn about: Identifying Key Milestones: Uncover the critical stages that define a project's trajectory. Navigating Challenges and Opportunities: Learn strategies to overcome hurdles and capitalize on turning points for a suc ..read more

The Pivotal Point: Peter Colacino on Construction's Turning Tides ️ This week on The Take-Off Podcast, we tackle a critical question with industry expert Peter Colacino: What is the turning point of a construction project? Peter, a renowned Project Lead at Mott MacDonald dives deep into the crucial moments that can make or break a project's success. Tune in to learn about: Identifying Key Milestones: Uncover the critical stages that define a project's trajectory. Navigating Challenges and Opportunities: Learn strategies to overcome hurdles and capitalize on turning points for a suc ..read more

This was one of my favourite episodes to date; David Madden, Co Founder and Director of MBM, one of the largest privately owned Quantity Surveying firms in Australia showcases how he took the business, with help from others, from 4 staff to over 100 and how they have stayed relevant and competitive in their 19 years in business. This episode is packed full of value for budding quantity surveyors, estimators and anyone else currently working in the construction industry who would classify themselves as "entrepreneurial". I found David to be humble, generous and always discussing his teams achie ..read more

Why Construction Companies Are Feeling the Pinch This week on The Take-Off Podcast, we explore the current challenges facing the construction industry – a surge in company failures. Our guest, Michelle Cirson, construction lawyer and CEO of Tricks of Your Trade, provides expert analysis. Tune in to learn about: The economic factors squeezing construction companies How rising costs and labor shortages impact project delivery Strategies for navigating a difficult market This episode is designed for construction professionals who want to understand: The reasons behind the industry downturn Ho ..read more

?️ ? Peek behind the construction curtain!, featuring  @Reiss Draper in our Expat Series! ? Hailing from Essex in the UK, Reiss Draper, an Associate Director of @mbm in Brisbane has over 14 years of  Quantity Surveying expertise. ?️ From Cost & Commercial Management Services to tailored procurement advice across International Markets, Reiss has had an amazing growth journey! His global journey, spanning London to Sydney and Brisbane, brings a unique perspective to the construction industry. ? An RICS accredited professional and certified RICS Assessor, Reiss has been a guiding f ..read more