In this episode, Paul meets Jason Cooney, Director at The Tender Team, a leading bid writing company that helps main and subcontractors craft winning bids. Throughout the conversation, Paul and Jason explore best practices for selecting the right projects to tender for, strategies to enhance bid conversion rates, and tips on maximising resources throughout the tendering process. Key Topics Discussed: How to identify and focus on the most promising tender opportunities Techniques to improve your bid conversion rates Efficient resource management during the tendering process Tune in to gain va ..read more

In this episode, Paul meets Stuart Green, a Professor of Construction Management at the University of Reading.  Stuart researches construction sector policy and has just authored Making Sense of Construction Improvement. This book critically evaluates the construction improvement debate from 1945 to the modern era. Across the episode, Paul and Stuart discuss the business models of Main Contractors, the evolution of construction procurement routes and how we can redesign the Built Environment as a sector to make the industry better for everyone. You can find Stuart’s book HERE. Your free ..read more

Join Paul this week as he welcomes Len Bunton, the Founder of Bunton Consulting, Vice Chairman of Scottish Mediation, and Chairman of their Excellence in Mediation Committee. Len also currently chairs the Construction Industry Collective Voice (CICV), Commercial and Procurement Group.  In this episode, Paul and Len revisit the Conflict Avoidance Pledge (CAP), a vital initiative championed by the RICS, first discussed in Episode 130. Len shares the latest updates on the industry adoption of the pledge, highlights its successes, and provides his reflections on LVD MAP vs Adjudications.&nbs ..read more

In this episode, Paul reunites with Richard Brackstone, a former Quantity Surveyor turned Consultant renowned for his innovative approach to providing executive-level support to construction companies, specialising in Risk Management and Commercial Best Practices. Returning after his insightful episode 117 appearance, Richard delves into Mitigation Obligations within Construction Contracts, offering a deep exploration similar to our previous discussion on Provisional Sums. Together, we unravel the complexities of mitigation strategies, covering acceleration, reasonable endeavours, best endeavo ..read more

In this episode, Paul is joined by Justin Fellows, the Founder of 53 Quantum, an Independent Quantity Surveying consultancy specialising in Expert Analysis for Construction Lawyers and Commercial Directors navigating complex claims and disputes.  Justin, a skilled Data Analyst, takes centre stage in this discussion focused on Data Visualisation. Discover how Justin leverages Data Visualisation to bolster his clients’ success in winning contentious claims and disputes. Delve into Justin’s “3R Rule” and uncover practical strategies to secure victory in your own upcoming claims. Tune in for ..read more

In this episode, Paul is joined by Jonah Balmford, Associate Director at Henry Riley, Head of Carbon Advisory, Head of APC, and an RICS Matrics Committee Member. In today’s conversation, Paul and Jonah discuss the transition from QS to Project Manager that Jonah made, the differences and why Jonah recommends that any QS does it.  In his new role as Head of Carbon Advisory, we discuss the state of play regarding Carbon comprehension and how to bridge that knowledge knowledge. Carbon is a fascinating subsector for any construction professional to explore. -- Your free OTB download I’ve s ..read more

In this episode, Paul is joined by William Doyle, CEO at Gather. William is an RICS chartered quantity surveyor who founded Gather in 2017 to capture and analyse site data. Gather aims to do what currently takes hours, days, and weeks in seconds. In today’s conversation, Paul and Wiiliam discuss the Office of National Statistics report that showed the UK Construction Industry was more productive in 1997 than today and how William believes Technology is set to revolutionise how we manage things, specifically data. Your free OTB download I’ve shared a link to the eBook: Tackling the UK’s Qua ..read more

In this episode, Paul is joined by Rob Hubbard, a QS and fellow of the RICS, an expert witness, adjudicator, arbitrator, and mediator. In today’s conversation, Paul and Rob delve into a treasure test of dispute experience, whether mediation, adjudication, or arbitration. Rob shares three contract clauses catching people out in today’s market and provides guidelines on managing the process effectively and maximising your chances of success. -- Your free OTB download I’ve shared a link to the eBook: Construction Payment Mechanisms and Cycles. Send us a Text Message. Want to connect with Paul ..read more

This week, Paul is joined by his close friend and QS, Chris Barber. Chris is a Chief Visionary Officer (CVO) at C-Link.  Any main contractor knows the importance of getting subcontracts signed ASAP. Yet, many rely on condition precedents around payment to get contracts signed or just accept them by commencement clauses. In today’s conversation, Chris explains his experiences as both Main and Subcontractor when it comes to contract execution and shares why he believes the Digital eSiganture will bring massive efficiencies to the construction industry and be a piece of the puzzle in freei ..read more

In this episode, Paul is joined by Ray Mellor-Pike, a QS and Managing Director of his own Consultant QS practice. In today’s conversation, Paul and Ray discuss the final account process and share experiences of how they have both approached the meetings in the past and how Ray now approaches all kinds of negotiations inspired by a podcast he listened to on hostage negotiations. -- Your Free Ticket to our Live Event We are excited to announce that you can now sign up and reserve a seat to our first C-Link Live Online Event - REGISTER HERE! -- Your free OTB download I’ve shared a link to the ..read more