Own The Build

This week, we’re doing something a little different.

As we approach a century of episodes, Paul reflects on five moments from the Own the Build catalogue to date, which he feels he personally extracted the most from, and thanks all the Own the Build listeners for their ongoing support - without you, we’d be nothing!

If you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave us a review or feel free to get in touch with Paul on LinkedIn or by email ([email protected]).

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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.

This week, Paul is joined by David Nash, the Director of Strategy and Policy at The ECITB, a non-departmental public body supporting training and skills development across the engineering construction industry in England, Scotland and Wales.

At the show’s beginning, Paul shares a story about a client struggling to resource a QS. Perhaps this is something your business is experiencing right now?

If so, you are not alone. David is a highly knowledgeable individual on labour policy today, and he shares his insights on how the construction labour market can be reshaped. The conversation covers 3d printing, robotics and the future construction workforce, with David demonstrating exactly why the sector needs an institution like and a levy from the ECITB.

Want a demo of C-Link’s new feature?

At the top of the show, Paul explained about C-Link’s new forecast final account tool - if you’d like to see it. Book a demo with paul at [email protected] or by clicking here.

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The Own The Build podcast is brought to you by C-Link and is hosted by me, Paul Heming; feel free to connect on LinkedIn and send me a message.

If you like what we do, I would love to hear from you and to keep in touch. You can also subscribe to stay up to date with our latest articles, videos, and audio production.

As I mentioned on the show, I am a QS and founded C-Link, an app that provides all the tools you need to get subcontract procurement done without the legwork. Head to www.get.c-link.com/podcast to learn more, or email me at [email protected]. 

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 Ross Griffin, the Founder & Chief Commercial Specialist at KOSMOS, which provides specialist commercial management advice to the Nordic & Irish construction industries.

Paul and Ross talk about their experiences working as Quantity Surveyors outside the UK and Ireland and how other countries perceive the profession. Ross is a big believer that the role of the QS is changing rapidly, and he talks about how he uses digital tools to create value for his clients and the design team throughout the project with a real focus on pre-construction.

Ross is a fascinating chap, and as promised, here’s his LinkedIn profile.

Want a demo of C-Link’s new feature?

At the top of the show, Paul explained about C-Link’s new forecast final account tool - if you’d like to see it. Book a demo with paul at [email protected] or by clicking here.

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The Own The Build podcast is brought to you by C-Link and is hosted by me, Paul Heming; feel free to connect on LinkedIn and send me a message.

If you like what we do, I would love to hear from you and to keep in touch. You can also subscribe to stay up to date with our latest articles, videos, and audio production.

As I mentioned on the show, I am a QS and founded C-Link, an app that provides all the tools you need to get subcontract procurement done without the legwork. Head to www.get.c-link.com/podcast to learn more, or email me at [email protected]. 

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 Jo Lucas, Director of Co.Cre8, a consultancy enabling thriving project eco-systems through knowledge, networks, and behaviours and also by Gareth Evans, the CEO at Smart Procurement Solutions, a consultancy that positively disrupts the status quo of construction procurement.

In an exceptionally insightful conversation, Jo and Gareth talk about the fragility of construction’s supply chain, how that has been exposed in recent years and how they advise their clients to defend against both the challenges we face today and will face tomorrow.

If you are a main contractor, this episode is definitely one for you.

Want a demo of C-Link’s new feature?

In last week’s show, Paul explained about C-Link’s new CVR tool - if you’d like to see it. Book a demo with paul at [email protected] or by clicking here.

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The Own The Build podcast is brought to you by C-Link and is hosted by me, Paul Heming; feel free to connect on LinkedIn and send me a message.

If you like what we do, I would love to hear from you and to keep in touch. You can also subscribe to stay up to date with our latest articles, videos, and audio production.

As I mentioned on the show, I am a QS and founded C-Link, an app that provides all the tools you need to get subcontract procurement done without the legwork. Head to www.get.c-link.com/podcast to learn more, or email me at [email protected]. 

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 James Major, the Founder of Hubb.pro. HubbPro is an AI-Powered Platform Revolutionising The Design Of Low Carbon, Net-Zero Homes. James is a genuine M & E expert, and he is here to tell us how to procure and manage M & E packages.

M & E packages are often the most complex, challenging and risky packages to deliver on a construction project, and James is a genuine M & E expert. During this insightful episode, James explains how to procure and manage M & E packages to reduce time, cost, and stress.

Want a demo of C-Link’s new feature?

At the show’s beginning, Paul explained C-Link’s new CVR tool - if you’d like to see it. Book a demo with Paul at [email protected] or by clicking here. 

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The Own The Build podcast is brought to you by C-Link and is hosted by me, Paul Heming; feel free to connect on LinkedIn and send me a message. 

If you like what we do, I would love to hear from you and to keep in touch. You can also subscribe to stay up to date with our latest articles, videos, and audio production.

As I mentioned on the show, I am a QS and founded C-Link, an app that provides all the tools you need to get subcontract procurement done without the legwork. Head to www.get.c-link.com/podcast to learn more, or email me at [email protected]. 

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 Charlene Colas, the Founding Managing Partner from Bespok Construction Consultants. Charlene is an Advisor in the Built Environment and a genuine enthusiast on AI, Blockchain and the Crypto-Economy. 

Charlene tells us how Blockchain technology will change the future of construction; she explains how you can prepare for it; and why you should be excited. In this entertaining conversation, Charlene also explains why she set up her construction consultancy and shares her advice on how others can follow a similar path. 

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The Own The Build podcast is brought to you by C-Link and is hosted by me, Paul Heming; feel free to connect on LinkedIn and send me a message. 

If you like what we do, I would love to hear from you and to keep in touch. You can also subscribe to stay up to date with our latest articles, videos, and audio production.

As I mentioned on the show, I am a QS and founded C-Link, an app that provides all the tools you need to get subcontract procurement done without the legwork. Head to www.get.c-link.com/podcast to learn more, or email me at [email protected]. 

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 Mark Herbert who is a Construction Insurance expert from Construction Insure.

Mark takes great pride in educating clients on their needs and why they need certain policies to cover their builds and companies. In this highly insightful episode, Mark provides thoughtful advice on managing the Final Account Process, given his many years of supporting construction companies through the process. 

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The Own The Build podcast is brought to you by C-Link and is hosted by me, Paul Heming; feel free to connect on LinkedIn and send me a message. 

If you like what we do, I would love to hear from you and to keep in touch. You can also subscribe to stay up to date with our latest articles, videos, and audio production.

As I mentioned on the show, I am a QS and founded C-Link, an app that provides all the tools you need to get subcontract procurement done without the legwork. Head to www.get.c-link.com/podcast to learn more, or just email me at [email protected]. 

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 Michael Downes, a Solicitor/Construction Expert at Gordons LLP, a law firm from Yorkshire.

In this highly insightful episode, Michael provides thoughtful advice on managing the Final Account Process, given his many years of supporting construction companies through the process. Paul and Michael discuss best practices, common pitfalls and, in general, how best to manage the overall approach to ensure you deliver the best outcome for your project.

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The Own The Build podcast is brought to you by C-Link and is hosted by me, Paul Heming; feel free to connect on LinkedIn and send me a message. 

If you like what we do, I would love to hear from you and to keep in touch. You can also subscribe to stay up to date with our latest articles, videos, and audio production.

As I mentioned on the show, I am a QS and founded C-Link, an app that provides all the tools you need to get subcontract procurement done without the legwork. Head to www.get.c-link.com/podcast to learn more, or just email me at [email protected]. 

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 Neil Boothroyd, an Adjudicator, Mediator, Arbitrator and Quantum Expert Witness at Gateley Vinden, which is a multi-disciplinary quantity surveying consultancy. 

In this fascinating chat, Neil explains how more and more disputes are being resolved by Mediation and why he thinks this is a good thing. Neil talks about his experience with Adjudications and Arbitration, how Mediation differs, and why construction companies should look to it to resolve disputes.

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The Own The Build podcast is brought to you by C-Link and is hosted by me, Paul Heming; feel free to connect on LinkedIn and send me a message. 

If you like what we do, I would love to hear from you and to keep in touch. You can also subscribe to stay up to date with our latest articles, videos, and audio production.

As I mentioned on the show, I am a QS and founded C-Link, an app that provides all the tools you need to get subcontract procurement done without the legwork. Head to www.get.c-link.com/podcast to learn more, or just email me at [email protected]. 

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 Heather Evans, a Partner and the National Head of Sustainability at Rider Levett Bucknall, a Global Construction and Property Consultancy. 

In this entertaining conversation, Heather explains how Quantity Surveying can survive the upcoming AI revolution in construction and not become extinct by linking cost and carbon. 

Heather’s experience is that cost consultants are now being asked about the commercial implications of sustainability and how ESG can drive a whole new revolution in the role of the Quantity Surveyor.

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The Own The Build podcast is brought to you by C-Link and is hosted by me, Paul Heming; feel free to connect on LinkedIn and send me a message. 

If you like what we do, I would love to hear from you and to keep in touch. You can also subscribe to stay up to date with our latest articles, videos, and audio production.

As I mentioned on the show, I am a QS and founded C-Link, an app that provides all the tools you need to get subcontract procurement done without the legwork. Head to www.get.c-link.com/podcast to learn more, or just email me at [email protected]. 

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.