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In the studio today, Paul is joined by Dan Macpherson, Executive Director at Henry Riley, who is industry-leading in Construction Consultancy, cost management, health and safety and project management services.

In today’s conversation, Dan talks about Emotional Intelligence in team management, project management and commercial management and how he applies his own Emotional Intelligence to successfully execute projects.

Dan sees Emotional Intelligence as not just a way to improve profit margins but also to secure the long-term success of your business and team as well.

Your free OTB download

As promised at the top of the show - I’ve shared a link to a free download below: 

• Prequalification Questionnaire Template

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C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Main Contractors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS’ so much more efficient.

Book a demo to learn more by clicking here.

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Want to connect with Paul?

Paul is on Linkedin here and would love to talk. You can also connect with Paul at [email protected] or through, C-Link. 

C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Quantity Surveyors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS’ so much more efficient.

Watch the Video to learn more; you can book a demo by clicking here.

In the studio today, I am joined by Abbie Chisnall, a construction solicitor at Holmes & Hills Solicitors. Abbie is a Construction Lawyer who helps construction companies to avoid costly disputes and keep the money flowing within the industry.

In today’s conversation, Abbie shares how more and more she sees wrongful termination impact Construction Contracts. Most construction contracts contain termination clauses that give parties the right to terminate in certain circumstances. However, Abbie is more on cases where the correct procedure has not been followed.

Abbie shares stories of her experience and explains how to avoid making mistakes in termination and how to react if you have been wrongfully terminated.

Your free OTB download

As promised at the top of the show - I’ve shared a link to a free download below:
 

• Prequalification Questionnaire Template

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C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Main Contractors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS’ so much more efficient.

Book a demo to learn more by clicking here.

Send us Fan Mail

Want to connect with Paul?

Paul is on Linkedin here and would love to talk. You can also connect with Paul at [email protected] or through, C-Link. 

C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Quantity Surveyors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS’ so much more efficient.

Watch the Video to learn more; you can book a demo by clicking here.

In the studio today, Paul is joined by Peter Jackson, the Managing Director of Seddon Housing Partnerships, a family-owned Main Contractor, now in its 125th year, operating across the Northwest.

Peter is a keen listener of the show and got in touch to talk about the supply chain, how main contractors should manage them and changes he’s made to how Seddon works off the back of listening to some of the shows.

In today’s conversation, Peter shares how he has recently pivoted the way he manages his subcontract supply chain, talks through a recent supply chain ‘conference’ he held inviting his subcontract partners in for a meeting and why he feels the need to update his approach to supply chain management.

If you are a Main Contractor, this show is a must-listen.

Your free OTB download

As promised at the top of the show - I’ve shared a link to a free download below: 

• Prequalification Questionnaire Template

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C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Main Contractors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS’ so much more efficient.

Book a demo to learn more by clicking here.

Send us Fan Mail

Want to connect with Paul?

Paul is on Linkedin here and would love to talk. You can also connect with Paul at [email protected] or through, C-Link. 

C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Quantity Surveyors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS’ so much more efficient.

Watch the Video to learn more; you can book a demo by clicking here.

In the studio today, I am joined by Connor Mennell. Connor is a Construction solicitor specialising in transactional and contentious dispute work at Gordons LLP.

Connor has negotiated and advised on the terms of building contracts and knows the JCT and NEC standard forms. Connor also has experience resolving disputes through litigation, adjudication and mediation and providing commercial advice during ongoing projects to avoid formal disputes.

In today’s conversation, Connor talks about Collateral Warranties, what they are, why the industry has them and how to get them right. I was on an incredibly high-profile project once, where the client was a huge bank, and they asked for a Collateral Warranty, but they did so post-contract, and it was a drawn-out and expensive affair which Connor says is not unusual.

In this episode, we discuss how to avoid these pitfalls. You must listen to this episode if you’re a QS or a Main Contractor.

Your free OTB download

As promised at the top of the show - I’ve shared a link to a free download below: 

• Prequalification Questionnaire Template

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C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Main Contractors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS’ so much more efficient.

Book a demo to learn more by clicking here.

Send us Fan Mail

Want to connect with Paul?

Paul is on Linkedin here and would love to talk. You can also connect with Paul at [email protected] or through, C-Link. 

C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Quantity Surveyors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS’ so much more efficient.

Watch the Video to learn more; you can book a demo by clicking here.

This week, Paul is joined by Martin Paver, CEO and Founder of Projecting Success, a passionate team of visionaries, project managers and data scientists on a mission to change how we deliver projects. 

Invited back onto the show a year after his first visit on Episode 88, Martin talks about how AI and Machine Learning are impacting the construction industry today and how they will change the future role of the Quantity Surveyor. Across this fascinating conversation, you get a real insight into the future, and Martin shares his ambitions for creating a “Project Brain” to power all projects.

If you want a sneak peek into the future of construction, you will love the show, and if you’re interested in the apprenticeship, you can find that here.

Your free OTB download

As promised at the top of the show - I’ve shared a link to the EOT Template below: 

• JCT Extensions of Time

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C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Main Contractors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS’ so much more efficient.

Book a demo to learn more by clicking here.

Send us Fan Mail

Want to connect with Paul?

Paul is on Linkedin here and would love to talk. You can also connect with Paul at [email protected] or through, C-Link. 

C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Quantity Surveyors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS’ so much more efficient.

Watch the Video to learn more; you can book a demo by clicking here.

This week, Paul is joined by Carlene Goodearl, the Lead Commercial Manager at Anchor, a provider of specialist housing and a Board Member at Women in Social Housing.

Carlene is a construction manager turned commercial manager. In today’s show, we discuss her journey in construction and focus heavily on her role as a client-side QS, discussing how to manage her Main Contract Supply Chain and the pre-construction phase, including the handover from Estimator to QS.

Your free OTB download

As promised at the top of the show - I’ve shared a link to the EOT Template below: 

• JCT Extensions of Time

C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Main Contractors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS’ so much more efficient.

Book a demo to learn more by clicking here.

Send us Fan Mail

Want to connect with Paul?

Paul is on Linkedin here and would love to talk. You can also connect with Paul at [email protected] or through, C-Link. 

C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Quantity Surveyors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS’ so much more efficient.

Watch the Video to learn more; you can book a demo by clicking here.

This week, Paul is joined by Peter Searle, Founder of Searle Management Consulting, a consultancy focused on making Contracting businesses more and more profitable.

In today’s show, Paul and Peter discuss project delays - the Delay and Disruption Protocol drafted by the Society of Construction Law, As-Planned vs. As-Built and how to submit a successful extension of time claim.

If you are on a project with delays (basically everyone!), wrap your ears around this episode to improve your chance of a profitable outcome.

Your free OTB download

As promised at the top of the show - I’ve shared a link to the EOT Template below: 

• JCT Extensions of Time

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C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Main Contractors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS’ so much more efficient.

Book a demo to learn more by clicking here.

Send us Fan Mail

Want to connect with Paul?

Paul is on Linkedin here and would love to talk. You can also connect with Paul at [email protected] or through, C-Link. 

C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Quantity Surveyors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS’ so much more efficient.

Watch the Video to learn more; you can book a demo by clicking here.

This week, Paul is joined by Andrew Knight, Global Data & Tech Lead at the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), who I think everyone will have heard of. Andrew is a highly experienced technology specialist and is currently leading the program to develop, enhance and gain adoption of RICS’ Data Standards.

In today’s show, Paul and Andrew discuss how a Quantity Surveyor’s skillset is already changing regarding cost estimation, take-offs and more while focusing on Chat GPT and a recent report on AI by Boston Consulting Group.

86% of workers need to be up-skilled to cope with the changes that AI will bring; this episode is your first step.

Your free OTB download

Have you ever wished you could summarise a contract in a couple of pages for yourself or your project team?

Last week, Paul mentioned the Contract Audit document that perfectly summarises a construction contract in just 3 pages. If you’d like access to that, drop Paul a line below, and he will share it.

Want to connect with Paul?

Paul is on Linkedin here and would love to talk. You can also connect with Paul at [email protected] or through, C-Link. 

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C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Main Contractors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS’ so much more efficient.

Book a demo to learn more by clicking here.

Send us Fan Mail

Want to connect with Paul?

Paul is on Linkedin here and would love to talk. You can also connect with Paul at [email protected] or through, C-Link. 

C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Quantity Surveyors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS’ so much more efficient.

Watch the Video to learn more; you can book a demo by clicking here.

This week, Paul is joined by an experienced Construction Solicitor, Samuel Bawden, Partner and Head of Dispute Resolution at Holmes & Hills. Samuel is also the Chair at Constructing Excellence Essex, and like the rest of us, he is highly passionate about construction.

In today’s show, Paul and Samuel discuss common legal and commercial issues in construction contracts and the mistakes contractors often make.

Your free OTB download

Have you ever wished you could summarise a contract in a couple of pages for yourself or your project team?

Paul mentioned the Contract Audit document that perfectly summarises a construction contract in just 3 pages. If you’d like access to that, drop Paul a line below, and he will share it.

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Want to connect with Paul?

Paul is on Linkedin here and would love to talk. You can also connect with Paul at [email protected] or through, C-Link.

C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Main Contractors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS’ so much more efficient.

Book a demo to learn more by clicking here.

Send us Fan Mail

Want to connect with Paul?

Paul is on Linkedin here and would love to talk. You can also connect with Paul at [email protected] or through, C-Link. 

C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Quantity Surveyors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS’ so much more efficient.

Watch the Video to learn more; you can book a demo by clicking here.

This week, Paul is joined by Len Bunton, the Founder of Bunton Consulting, Vice Chairman of Scottish Mediation, and Chairman of their Excellence in Mediation Committee. Len is also currently the Chairman of the Construction Industry Collective Voice, Commercial and Procurement Group.

In today’s show, Len talks passionately about the Conflict Avoidance Pledge, a pledge championed by the RICS and signed by many industry leaders to recognise the importance of conflict avoidance on projects. Len talks about his experiences of Adjudications and Mediations and shines a light on how this pledge can improve the industry.

You can SIGN THE PETITION FOR PROJECT BANK ACCOUNTS HERE.

Your free OTB download

As promised at the top of the show - I’ve shared a link to the Ultimate Guide to Subcontract Tendering eBook below: 

• The Ultimate Guide to Subcontract Tendering

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Want to connect with Paul?

Paul is on Linkedin here and would love to talk. You can also connect with Paul at [email protected] or through, C-Link.

C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Main Contractors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS’ so much more efficient.

Book a demo to learn more by clicking here.

Send us Fan Mail

Want to connect with Paul?

Paul is on Linkedin here and would love to talk. You can also connect with Paul at [email protected] or through, C-Link. 

C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Quantity Surveyors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS’ so much more efficient.

Watch the Video to learn more; you can book a demo by clicking here.