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• How to Reduce Disputes and Build Stronger Project Relationships (EP 210)

  Today, Paul’s guest is Len Bunton, Founder of Bunton Consulting, Vice Chairman of Scottish Mediation, and Chairman of the Construction Industry Collective Voice (CICV) Commercial and Procurement Group. Len returns for his third Own the Build episode to tackle one of the biggest challenges in construction—conflict avoidance.🔹 Conflict Avoidance Week 2025 – What is it, and why should the industry take notice?🔹 Mastering Payment Applications – The role of email tracking, follow-ups, and direct communication in getting paid on time.🔹 Collaboration or Just a Buzzword? – What genuine collaboration looks like and how to implement it.🔹 The Design Responsibility Dilemma – Why does design liability cause so many disputes, and how can it be structured better?🔹 The Conflict Avoidance Coalition Update – The latest progress in driving industry-wide change and how to get involved.💡 If you’re tired of disputes draining time and money from projects, this episode is packed with practical solutions for building a more collaborative and conflict-free industry.📩 Have a question for Paul? Email [email protected] to have it answered in an upcoming episode!🎁 Exclusive Giveaway: Download your free eBooks:Mastering Your Career in Quantity SurveyingThe AI Revolution in Quantity SurveyingDownload them here - Free eBook Downloads.Send us a textWant 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. Watch the Video to learn more; you can book a demo by clicking here. 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.

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• Pointless Amendments: Why the Industry Needs a Simpler Approach to Contracts (EP 209)

  Unnecessary contract amendments create confusion, disputes, and inefficiencies across the construction industry. In this episode, Paul's guest is Sarah Fox, a leading expert in construction law and conflict avoidance, to discuss why simplifying contracts is essential for better project outcomes.🔹 The Conflict Avoidance Pledge: Learn how the RICS initiative drives a cultural shift in contract management.🔹 The Case Against Onerous Amendments: Why excessive changes to standard forms cause more harm than good—and how to challenge them.🔹 Changing Industry Behaviours: Discover practical steps to promote fairness, transparency, and early intervention in contract negotiations.🔹 Conflict Avoidance Tools: Get insights into the Contract Toolkit and the RICS Conflict Avoidance Process (CAP) as alternatives to adjudication.🎙️ Don’t miss this essential discussion on how to reduce disputes and improve collaboration in construction.📩 Have a question for Paul? Email [email protected] to have it answered in an upcoming episode!🎁 Exclusive Giveaway: Download your free eBooks:Mastering Your Career in Quantity SurveyingThe AI Revolution in Quantity SurveyingDownload them here - Free eBook Downloads.Send us a textWant 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. Watch the Video to learn more; you can book a demo by clicking here. 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.

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• Question Time #3: Your Construction and QS Challenges Answered (EP 208.1)

  In our latest listener-driven Question Time episode, Paul Heming and Chris Barber dive into your pressing Quantity Surveying and construction challenges. From late payments to navigating design disputes, this episode is packed with actionable advice for industry professionals.📅 Reminder: We’ll be hosting this Q&A episode once a month – send your questions to [email protected] to have them featured!What You’ll Learn:🔹 Managing Late Payment ApplicationsDiscover how to handle subcontractors’ late applications while adhering to strict payment schedules.🔹 Ensuring Spec-Compliant QuotesExplore effective methods to ensure subcontractor bids align with project specifications and avoid future disputes.🔹 Dealing with Acceleration InstructionsLearn how to respond to acceleration instructions from main contractors, including protecting your position under JCT contracts.🔹 Claiming Loss of Profit on VariationsGain insights on managing significant scope omissions and the potential to claim for loss of profit.🎉 Exclusive GiveawayTo celebrate 200 episodes, download your free eBooks:Mastering Your Career in Quantity SurveyingThe AI Revolution in Quantity SurveyingDownload them here - Free eBook Downloads.📩 Have a question for Question Time? Email [email protected] Send us a textWant 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. Watch the Video to learn more; you can book a demo by clicking here. 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.

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• Breaking the Silence: Why QSs Need to Pick Up the Phone with Keith Kelliher (EP 208)

  Today, Paul's guest is Keith Kelliher, Chartered Quantity Surveyor, Accredited Adjudicator, Arbitrator, Mediator, and Expert Witness at Kelliher and Associates. With a career steeped in construction disputes and conflict resolution, Keith joins us to share his unique perspective on improving communication and collaboration in the industry.🔹 The Adversarial Nature of Construction:Keith shares his reflections on why the industry remains so adversarial and its toll on businesses and individuals. Learn practical steps to foster a more collaborative culture.🔹 Lessons from 2024’s Adjudications:Hear about standout cases from 2024 and the recurring mistakes that lead to disputes. Keith provides actionable advice on how to avoid them and highlights the critical role of communication.🔹 Expanding the Role of the QS:Keith challenges traditional perceptions of Quantity Surveyors as cost-cutting enforcers. Discover how QSs can evolve into proactive collaborators, driving harmony rather than conflict.🔹 Over-Reliance on Emails and Fear of Talking:Keith discusses the growing problem of email dependence and its impact on relationships. Learn how QSs can regain interpersonal skills and build stronger connections through direct communication.🎙️ Don’t miss this thought-provoking episode packed with insights to improve communication, foster collaboration, and redefine the role of the QS in construction.📩 Have a question for Paul? Email [email protected] to have it answered in an upcoming episode!🎁 Exclusive Giveaway: Download your free eBooks:Mastering Your Career in Quantity SurveyingThe AI Revolution in Quantity SurveyingDownload them here - Free eBook Downloads.Send us a textWant 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. Watch the Video to learn more; you can book a demo by clicking here. 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.

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• £4,500 a Tender: Why Specialists Are Walking Away and How MCs Can Win Them Back (EP 207)

  Today’s Paul meets Michael Green, Managing Director at RED Systems Ltd, a leading specialist contractor with four divisions: structural glazing, SFS design, digital innovation, and glazing engineering.The Cost of Tendering: Michael explains why each new tender costs his business £4,500 on average and how this impacts decisions between pursuing new projects and focusing on repeat clients.Transparency in Tendering: Hear Michael’s call for clearer timelines, mid-tender reviews, and better collaboration to improve efficiency and trust in the tender process.Lessons from the East Anglia Project: Learn how Michael navigated the complexities of a high-profile project and the valuable insights gained on managing client expectations and tender resources.Building Specialist Expertise: Discover why treating subcontractors as trusted partners rather than commodities leads to better project outcomes and stronger industry relationships.🎙️ Don’t miss this insightful episode, packed with practical advice for specialist contractors and subcontractors navigating today’s construction challenges.📩 Have a question for Paul? Email [email protected] to have it answered in an upcoming episode!🎁 Exclusive Giveaway: Download your free eBooks:Mastering Your Career in Quantity SurveyingThe AI Revolution in Quantity SurveyingDownload them here - Free eBook Downloads.Send us a textWant 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. Watch the Video to learn more; you can book a demo by clicking here. 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.

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