Constructing You

I lost my voice.

I lost my spark.

This is why.

Alice is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor with 6 years of experience since graduating in 2018 with a first-class degree in Quantity Surveying. Her career started at a global construction consultancy, where she provided cost management services on a wide range of projects in the public and private sector, including new build and refurbishment projects.

She currently works as a Solutions Engineer at Procore Technologies, where she leverages her industry expertise to support clients in adopting cutting-edge construction cost management tech solutions, contributing to the industry's digital transformation. Alice's career is marked by a strong commitment to innovation, diversity, and industry advocacy. She has received multiple industry awards for her outstanding contributions. She actively serves as a Trustee for the Cambridge Forum for the Construction Industry and contributes to the Building the Future Young Persons' Advisory Panel. Alice is passionate about learning and self development. Currently, she is coming to the end of a Master's degree in Leading Major Programmes.

In this episode you will discover:

• Young gun approved professional practices for high achievement

• What it means to go above and beyond in a graduate role

• The correlation between performance and ambition

• Principles of young guns success to always stay ahead

• How to maximise your efforts in community engagement

And so much more!

Show notes If you enjoyed this episode, and you've learnt something or it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me, @elinormoshe_ or Elinor Moshe on LinkedIn. Don't forget you can also join the free facebook community to discuss your journey in the building industry; https://www.facebook.com/groups/constructingyou/ Get a copy of my book: https://amzn.to/31ILAdv

• Employed at Ferrovial, working on the Thames Tideway Tunnel; the largest infrastructure project ever undertaken by the UK water industry.

• Winner of Ferrovial UK&I VGA Graduate of the Year 2023 award.

• Professional member: Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) – GMICE

• Registered STEM Ambassador with Go Construct actively influencing the community through career fairs, lectures, workshops, and providing mentoring to students who seek involvement within the science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) sector. Also involved in environmental development and restoration projects to improve sustainability and aid in community wellbeing.

• Strong education professional having completed an accredited Master's (MEng) degree in Civil Engineering at City, University of London.

• Skilled in Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Autodesk AutoCAD, Primavera P6, SureTrak, Aphex, MATLAB, StaadPro, Databases, Microsoft Access, and a plethora of Engineering and IT-based infrastructures.

• Experienced Tutor with a demonstrated history of working in the education management industry.

In this episode you will discover:

• Young gun approved professional practices for high achievement

• What it means to go above and beyond in a graduate role

• The correlation between performance and ambition

• Principles of young guns success to always stay ahead

• How to maximise your efforts in community engagement

And so much more!

Show notes If you enjoyed this episode, and you've learnt something or it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me, @elinormoshe_ or Elinor Moshe on LinkedIn. Don't forget you can also join the free facebook community to discuss your journey in the building industry; https://www.facebook.com/groups/constructingyou/ Get a copy of my book: https://amzn.to/31ILAdv

Houssam Abiad is a Former Deputy Lord Mayor, City Management Expert, Senior Advisor, Business leader, and Chief Innovation Officer with more than two decades experience of launching successful businesses, running high profile global cities, elected office and holding multiple board and advisory positions. Strategic, tech-savvy, analytical with robust problem-solving skills and the ability to bring both high level macro input and operational excellence to small, nimble start-ups or large established organisations.

In this episode you will discover:

• How to go from good to significant
• Where to tap into deep faith in troubling times
• Inside factors into complex stakeholder management
• Understanding complexities of start ups and business
• Personal wisdom and lessons from war-torn upbringing

And more

Show notes If you enjoyed this episode, and you've learnt something or it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me, @elinormoshe_ or Elinor Moshe on LinkedIn. Don't forget you can also join the free facebook community to discuss your journey in the building industry; https://www.facebook.com/groups/constructingyou/ Get a copy of my book: https://amzn.to/31ILAdv

FOS Collective is based on 3 primary principals, inspiration, education and collaboration. We believe that those core principals can work in harmony with one another to create amazing results for our design studio and our clients alike. Our goal is to create functional and striking spaces by applying our combined and collective skill sets. The driving force behind the brand is our founder and director, Spiroula Stathakis who, with over a decade of experience, continuously works to perfect her craft. She believes the key to a successful project and overall outcome is complete transparency and education with all parties involved and that this allows room for exploration and development of ideas and solutions. Collaboration has been a key component in her career to date, emphasising the importance of constantly learning and expanding through working with some of the industries best. She believes that the world of design and construction is much greater than any one individual and it is through the art of collaboration, greatness comes to fruition.

Spiroula's portfolio extends to national and pioneer levels, having designed showrooms for some of the largest companies across the country, working as the lead designer in Australia's first co-living space and being part of the incredible team at Sydney's Crown Casino amongst many others. Winning Good Design Australia Awards, working on TV shows such as The Block, her ambassadorship, being interviewed on podcasts, producing educational material, key-note presentations and a co-authorship, has secured her position within the industry as an expert in her own right with a cornucopia of experience which she endeavours to expand on through her business FOS Collective and as an ambitious individual who wants to continue making waves in the industry for years to come.

If you enjoyed this episode, and you've learnt something or it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me, @elinormoshe_ or Elinor Moshe on LinkedIn. Join the home of young guns here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareyoungguns Get a copy of my book: https://amzn.to/31ILAdv

Matt DiBara, is a successful entrepreneur, the owner of DiBara Masonry, and the Contractor Consultants.

Matt is a 4th generation mason who co-created The Contractor Consultants to revolutionize recruitment for contractors. He has been featured in several publications such as California Business Journal, CEO Weekly, Yahoo! Finance, The Detroit News, LA Weekly, and more for his outstanding contributions to the construction industry.

DiBara wanted to modernize the business in ways his dad wasn't comfortable with, so, with his dad's support, DiBara started DiBara Masonry, a company he set up and ran while still a full-time student.

Growing up in a family of masons, Matt DiBara's passion for the construction industry was instilled in him from a young age. At just nine years old, Matt began working alongside his father, learning the importance of a strong work ethic and commitment to craftsmanship. As he matured, Matt's admiration for his father's dedication and the challenges faced by contractors inspired him to co-found The Contractor Consultants. This innovative company aims to revolutionize recruitment for contractors and help construction companies embrace modern technology, improving their operations and work-life balance.

Their services, including a comprehensive 63-module Contractor Hiring Course and an Outsourced Hiring Service, support contractors in building better teams and enhancing work-life balance. In partnership with Indeed, ZipRecruiter, and Angi, The Contractor Consultants offer efficient recruitment solutions for the construction industry.

Matt's expertise has led to speaking engagements at major industry events like RoofCon, IBS, and the World of Concrete. He has also been awarded a prestigious Quality and Craftsmanship Award from Congress, appeared on popular construction podcasts, and contributed articles to leading industry publications.

By providing innovative recruitment solutions and sharing his knowledge through speaking engagements, podcasts, and written contributions, Matt DiBara and The Contractor Consultants are empowering contractors to build better businesses and transform the construction industry.

At only 30, he's achieved levels of success most would deem remarkable for someone of retirement age: He became a millionaire at 27, works on celebrity homes in L.A., is in the early stages of developing a potential TV show, writes books, and curriculum, serves as a keynote speaker … achievements and opportunities born from a lifelong passion for a skilled trade that some actually discouraged him from pursuing.

Ultimately, DiBara paved his own path.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• How the comeback is stronger than the setback
• The powerhouse practices behind winning mindsets
• Revolutionizing hiring in the industry
• Protecting your ambition and success
• Who young guns should listen to

And so much more

Show notes If you enjoyed this episode, and you've learnt something or it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me, @elinormoshe_ or Elinor Moshe on LinkedIn. Join the home of young guns here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareyoungguns Get a copy of my book: https://amzn.to/31ILAdv

If you aren't clear on the difference and what this means for your career, listen to this.

So you don't end up 60, still seeking that next big break...

Show notes If you enjoyed this episode, and you've learnt something or it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me, @elinormoshe_ or Elinor Moshe on LinkedIn. Join the home of young guns here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareyoungguns Get a copy of my book: https://amzn.to/31ILAdv

Casey is the founder of the award-winning sustainable building company, The Conscious Builder, the host of The Conscious Builder Podcast and The Conscious Builder Show on YouTube and the founder of The Conscious Builder Academy, an online course hub for future-focused builders who want to create better businesses. He has written almost 400 blog posts on topics such as marketing, branding, entrepreneurship, personal development, sustainability and more. ​Casey brings almost two decades of experience to the construction industry and over a decade of experience to running, owning and growing multiple businesses while also staying committed to his wife and son. Casey is on a mission to help people build homes, businesses and lives in a more conscious manner.

In this episode, you will discover:

• What being more conscious in business and life means
• The essence to getting started in business
• Raising a family and raising a business at the same time
• Masculine and feminine energetics in business and partnership
• What to do when it gets exceptionally tough
• Cultivating more conscious awareness

And so much more

Show notes If you enjoyed this episode, and you've learnt something or it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me, @elinormoshe_ or Elinor Moshe on LinkedIn. Join the home of young guns here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareyoungguns Get a copy of my book: https://amzn.to/31ILAdv

"It's not just innovation for progress, but to remain nimble and adaptable" - Rob Penney

Rob Penney is Skanska's National Director of Continuous Improvement. A certified six sigma black belt, certified SAFe 5 Agilist and advanced lean certified practitioner, Rob currently leads the National Continuous Improvement Committee (NCIC), a 20-member team of Lean experts and facilitators who create a culture of continuous improvement in the field and in Skanska offices around the country. Rob is based in the Philadelphia office and directly supports the Office of the COO and the regional executive officers. Rob has been with Skanska since 2008 working in operations, preconstruction, labor and cost forecasting, and continuous improvement at Skanska's Philadelphia, San Francisco, Portland, and Seattle offices over his career. He has a degree from Drexel University and certifications from Villanova University (CSSBB), the Virginia Mason Institute (Advanced Lean Certified), and is a Certified SAFe 5 Agilist. He currently resides in Philadelphia, PA and enjoys mountain biking, endurance racing, and video editing.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• The role of innovation in relevancy and agility
• Fostering a culture of embracing strategy and innovation
• Creating incremental shifts in thinking for major changes
• How you can create your own role to scale faster
• Where to follow order, where to disrupt it

And so much more.

Show notes If you enjoyed this episode, and you've learnt something or it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me, @elinormoshe_ or Elinor Moshe on LinkedIn. Join the home of young guns here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareyoungguns

It's not the intellectual flex to immediately disregard and mock a career path, business, or action that you don't understand. Seniority, tenure, titles mean nothing as a line of defence against small-mindedness, arrogance and ego. And if this is what is holding you back.... listen to this episode. Show notes If you enjoyed this episode, and you've learnt something or it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me, @elinormoshe_ or Elinor Moshe on LinkedIn. Don't forget you can also join the free facebook community to discuss your journey in the building industry; https://www.facebook.com/groups/constructingyou/ Get a copy of my book: https://amzn.to/31ILAdv