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Own The Build

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!!!Get your free OTB Live Tickets here - Own The Build Live, October 23rd!!! ----------------------------------- In this episode of Own the Build, Paul is joined by James Filus, Director at both the National Association of Shopfitters (NAS) and the Institute of Carpenters (IOC), to unpack what competence really means in the context of construction today. James shares the view from the front line of trade associations helping their members navigate the aftermath of Grenfell, the implications o...

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!!!Get your free OTB Live Tickets here - Own The Build Live, October 23rd!!! ----------------------------------- In this episode of Own the Build, Paul is joined by James Filus, Director at both the National Association of Shopfitters (NAS) and the Institute of Carpenters (IOC), to unpack what competence really means in the context of construction today. James shares the view from the front line of trade associations helping their members navigate the aftermath of Grenfell, the implications o...

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Episodes (20/244)

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Question Time #6: Your Construction and QS Challenges Answered (EP 220.1)

In our latest listener-driven Question Time episode, Paul Heming and Chris Barber return to tackle your commercial, contractual, and career questions—this time covering subcontracting from both sides of the fence, AI’s impact on QS, and how the industry needs to rethink risk allocation. Register your interest for the Strategy Summit Event at the Churchill War Rooms on June 26th here - https://c-link.com/C-Link-Churchill-War-Rooms-Event 📅 Reminder: We’ll be hosting this Q&A episode once a ...

4 days ago

34 minutes

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Estimators vs QSs: Can We Finally Work as One Team? (EP 220)

Register your interest for the Strategy Summit Event at the Churchill War Rooms on June 26th here - https://c-link.com/C-Link-Churchill-War-Rooms-Event --------------------- Today, Paul’s guest is Mike Ashcroft, Estimator, Co-Founder of EstimateOne, and now Merger Partner at C-Link. This episode is a conversation years in the making — one driven by too many busted Excel sheets, missing elevations, and the gap between Estimators and QSs. Mike and I talk through how two different companies, bui...

5 days ago

1 hour 7 minutes

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THE MERGER SPECIAL: Built by QSs, Built by Estimators: Why C-Link and E1 Joined Forces

The Merger Special: Why C-Link and EstimateOne Joined Forces to Change Construction Register your interest for the Strategy Summit Event at the Churchill War Rooms on June 26th here - https://c-link.com/C-Link-Churchill-War-Rooms-Event In this special Thursday edition of Own the Build, Paul Heming is joined by all four co-founders from C-Link and E1 to announce something major: C-Link has officially merged with E1. This isn’t your standard acquisition. It’s a union born from years of lived ex...

1 week ago

1 hour 1 minute

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Breaking the ‘Cycle of Doom’: How Subcontractors Can Take Back Control of Their Business (EP 219)

Register your interest for the Strategy Summit Event at the Churchill War Rooms on June 26th here - https://c-link.com/C-Link-Churchill-War-Rooms-Event --------------------- Today, Paul’s guest is Cian Brennan, Founder of Quantum Contract Solutions and now the author of his new book, The Subcontractor's Edge. Cian’s first appearance on the show was a real listener favourite — and today, he’s back with an even bigger mission: helping subcontractors escape what he calls "The Cycle of Doom." In ...

1 week ago

42 minutes

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Psychic Entropy: The Silent Killer of Leadership Teams in Construction (EP 218)

Today, Paul’s guest is Dave Stitt, a Chartered Civil Engineer, Fellow of the CIOB, and one of the UK’s most respected leadership coaches in construction. With nearly five decades in the industry, Dave has worked with some of the country’s biggest firms, leading transformation programmes and coaching leadership teams at the highest level. In this episode, we talk about: 🎯 Leadership training in construction – Why we don’t do it well, and how that’s holding teams (and margins) back. 📈 How to bu...

2 weeks ago

51 minutes

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Mental Toughness = Commercial Power: Win the Hard Meetings (EP 217)

Today, Paul’s guest is Dan Bradley, Managing Director at BPM Project Management in New Zealand and Founding Director at ConTech Solutions, a business focused on streamlining construction through digital transformation across Australia and New Zealand. In this episode, Paul and Dan explore a bold and under-discussed topic in construction: mental toughness—what it means, how to develop it, and why it’s one of the most important skills for professionals navigating high-stakes contracts, disputes...

3 weeks ago

55 minutes

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Question Time #5: Your Construction and QS Challenges Answered (EP 216.1)

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 paul@c-link.com to have them featured! In this episode, we discuss: 🧱 Developer-side moves – Is jumping from Main Contractor/Subbie...

1 month ago

33 minutes

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The Immune System of the Project: How QSs Can Protect Margin and Spot Risk Early (EP 216)

Today, Paul is joined for the third time by Ray Mellor-Pike, a QS and Managing Director at RMP Consulting. Last time, Ray shared how FBI hostage negotiation tactics inform his approach to final account meetings. This time, he returns with another big idea: The Project Manager is the head of the project, but the Quantity Surveyor is the neck. Together, Paul and Ray break down the real influence of a great QS — not just as a cost controller, but as the immune system of the project, constantly s...

1 month ago

52 minutes

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The Softer Side of Contract Management: Lessons from the Real World (EP 215)

Today, Paul’s guest is Jamie Mills, Managing Director at Signature Build, to explore the often overlooked but crucial human side of contract management in construction. With a career that began in IT before transitioning into infrastructure project management and construction leadership, Jamie brings a unique perspective on how emotional intelligence, relationship management, and communication shape successful outcomes—both contractually and commercially. 🔹 The Reality of Goodwill in Construc...

1 month ago

49 minutes

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Mastering FIDIC: How to Handle Claims, Payments & Disputes Like a Pro (EP 214)

Today, Paul’s guest is Frans Taljaard, FIDIC Contracts Manager at Gleeds in Lisbon and founder of Clause 20, a consultancy focused on FIDIC training and contract management. Frans has extensive experience managing FIDIC contracts across Europe and the Middle East, supporting contractors in claims, payments, and disputes. 🔹 Understanding FIDIC Contracts: Learn where FIDIC is most commonly used and how it differs from JCT & NEC contracts. 🔹 Avoiding Common Pitfalls: Discover the biggest mis...

1 month ago

45 minutes

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What to Do When a Client Refuses Practical Completion (EP 213)

Practical Completion (PC) is one of the most critical and contentious milestones in any construction project. But what happens when a client refuses to grant it? In this episode, Bill Barton, Director at Barton Legal, joins Paul to discuss real-world disputes over PC and how contractors can protect themselves. 🔹 Understanding Practical Completion: How is PC defined, and why does ambiguity create major issues? 🔹 When Clients Withhold PC: What are the commercial and legal implications for contr...

1 month ago

52 minutes

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Question Time 4: Subcontracting Pressure, QS Career Advice, Design Management (EP 212.1)

🎙️ Welcome to Episode 212.1 of Own the Build — our fourth Question Time Special, where Paul and Chris answer listener-submitted questions on commercial, contractual, and career-related issues in the construction industry. These episodes drop once a month on a Thursday — and as ever, if you've got a question, email paul@c-link.com or message Paul on LinkedIn and it could feature in the next one. In this month’s Q&A, Paul tackles these brilliant listener questions, including real-world dile...

2 months ago

43 minutes

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Mastering Contract Audits: The 3-Page Hack Every QS and Project Team Needs (EP 212)

🎙️ Today’s guest is Chris Barber, a returning favourite on the show and someone who needs no introduction for many of our listeners. Chris is a former top-level QS with a sharp eye for practical improvements in construction project delivery and contract management. Contract Audits Made Simple: Paul and Chris dive into a tool that’s been quietly circulating among the Own the Build community—Paul’s Contract Audit Document. Designed to distil a 1,000-page contract into 3–4 actionable pages, thi...

2 months ago

29 minutes

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Mastering Project Planning & Delay Analysis with David Moreland (EP 211)

Today, Paul’s guest is David Moreland, a Chartered Civil Engineer, Accredited NEC Project Manager, and Expert Consulting Engineer at MoreConsult Limited. David specialises in project planning, delay analysis, and expert witness work, helping construction professionals navigate complex claims and project delivery challenges. 🔹 Project Planning Fundamentals: Learn the critical elements of a successful project program and why getting the basics right can prevent costly delays. 🔹 Understanding th...

2 months ago

50 minutes

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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 direc...

2 months ago

38 minutes

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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...

2 months ago

47 minutes

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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 paul@c-link.com to have them featured! What You’ll Learn: 🔹 Managing Late Payment Applications Discover how to handle subcontrac...

2 months ago

36 minutes

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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 individual...

2 months ago

53 minutes

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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 colla...

3 months ago

44 minutes

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Demystifying Recent Legal Cases: Lessons for Construction Professionals with Sam Bawden (EP 206)

Today's guest is Samuel Bawden, Partner and Head of Dispute Resolution at Holmes & Hills. Sam returns to the show to unpack key legal cases from 2024 and explore their impact on construction professionals, including Quantity Surveyors and Contract Managers. 🔹 Collateral Warranties and Construction Contracts: Sam explains the Abbey Healthcare case and its debate on whether collateral warranties qualify as construction contracts. Discover why this matters for adjudication rights and how con...

3 months ago

42 minutes