Construction Secrets
Episodes
The NUMBER 1 Pitfall for Construction Subcontractors | Ep. 102
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you can avoid doing this then you'll save yourself a lot of headaches. Construction Companies doing $5M+, watch this FREE Case Study on how Quantum...
How a Better Construction Contract Can Save You Money | Ep. 101
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You may think that a contract is just a piece of paper, but the reality is that it can SAVE you a lot of money. Construction Companies doing $5M+, wat...
Is 13 too young to drive a dumper? [#ThrowbackThursday] | Ep. 100
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a re-run. It was originally published on May 2022 Thirteen is already a TEENAGER. They're already someone who understands how things w...
Four Construction Management Hacks You Need to Know | Ep. 99
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you want quick hacks to make you a better construction manager, then look no further. Here are four construction management hacks that you ne...
Common Sense Contract Management (on Tricks of your Trade with Michelle Cirson) Pt. 2 | Ep. 98
20 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Contract woes can be solved a lot easier than you think... It just takes good management. Construction Companies doing $5M+, watch this FREE Case Stud...
Advocating for Construction Subcontractors (on Tricks of your Trade with Michelle Cirson) Pt. 1 | Ep. 97
17 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Here's Part 1 of my interview On Tricks of your Trade with Michelle Cirson | Standing Up for the Little Guys: A Powerful Advocacy Video for Constructi...
Exactly How to be a Terrible Construction Subcontractor [#ThrowbackThursday] | Ep. 96
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a re-run. It was originally published on May 2022 Growing a construction business is definitely a lot of hard work especially if you a...
Construction Disrupted: Why 2023 Calls for a Radical New Approach | Ep. 95
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When the going gets tough there are no prizes for playing it too safe. Here's how to navigate 2023. Construction Companies doing $5M+, watch this FREE...
Revealed: Top 5 Traits of Multi-Million Dollar Construction Companies | Ep. 94
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do successful businesses have things in common? Unequivocally yes... Here are 5 things that will make you more successful. Construction Companies doin...
Secrets to a Lucrative Career in Construction | Ep. 93
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
By following these tips and continually developing your skills and knowledge, you can build a successful and lucrative career in construction. Constru...
What is a Contracts Administrator? | Ep. 92
06 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A contracts administrator has the expertise to ensure you don't end up in contractual hot water. Learn more about what they do ⤵️ Welcome to the C...
4 Secrets to Increasing Cash Flow on Construction Projects | Ep. 91
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cashflow is the most important business lesson. Here's how you can score with our four top tips! Welcome to the Construction Secrets where we can help...
Mastering the Art of Deeds and Guarantees in Construction Contracts | Ep. 90
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In construction, there are a few key clauses that you need to get to grips with... Here are two crucial ones. Welcome to the Construction Secrets wher...
Why Construction Disputes are Car Crashes | Ep. 89
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Car crashes and disputes are no fun... We can't advise you on car crashes, but we can advise you on how to navigate construction disputes. Watch this ...
How to get promoted as a project manager in construction | Ep. 88
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Getting that promotion you've always wanted can be intimidating... here's something you can start doing RIGHT NOW to fast-track your career. Welcome t...
Do this one thing to be more successful in Construction | Ep. 87
20 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What if this ONE thing could literally make you more successful?! Listen to this podcast and learn more 😉 Welcome to the Construction Secrets where...
Squeaky Bum Time In Construction | Ep. 86
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The back end of the contract (excuse the pun) is when squeaky bum time kicks in. Listen to this podcast to find out more. 🫣 Welcome to the Construc...
Asked to Proceed with a VO/CO without costs being agreed? Here is what to do | Ep. 85
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you're asked to proceed with a variation without discussing or agreeing on the costs then you need to listen to this podcast for advice. Welcome to...
Use this trick to make more profit on your construction project | Ep. 84
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Making money isn't as hard as making a profit. Here's a trick to help you to earn more cash. Welcome to the Construction Secrets where we can help you...
Why Construction Companies are going out of Business (with Niel Gibb) Pt. 2 | Ep. 83
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With so many construction businesses going insolvent, here's how to avoid becoming a statistic Welcome to the Construction Secrets where we can help y...
THIS is the Nr 1 Biggest Pitfall in Construction (with Neil Gibb) Pt.1 | Ep. 82
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
To avoid pitfalls you have to be able to pre-empt them. Here's some invaluable advice to avoid running into problems. Welcome to the Construction Secr...
A Tip For Project Managers in Construction | Ep. 81
29 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Project managers have difficult job that involves a lot of juggling. Here's a tip to make your life easier. Welcome to the Construction Secrets where ...
Cashflow is King in Construction | Ep. 80
26 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Just because you appear to be making money, doesn't mean you can't run into trouble. Find out why cash flow matters and how you can avoid running into...
Episode 79: This ONE thing will make you a better construction company
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is there really one thing that can make you a better construction business? Here's something you can implement immediately. 👷🏻♂️ W...
Episode 78: A trick used by tier-one Construction Companies that could cost you
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In fables, there's usually a cunning fox out to trick an unsuspecting animal. In construction, the same logic applies. Here's one trick to look out fo...
Episode 77: Give your construction client a reputation to live up to
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The reputation of your client somehow lies in your hand. Here's how to give them the reputation to live up to 👷🏻♂️ While we can’t help...
Episode 76: How to write letters on a construction project
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here are some tips to create the best contractual letters. Watch this now! 👷🏻♂️ While we can’t help you deliver onsite, WE CAN HELP YO...
Episode 75: This one contract clause that will keep you safe with Inflation [Construction]
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Inflation can result in a lot of extra costs if you're not careful. Here's how to make sure you're covered in your contract. 👷🏻♂️ While ...
Episode 74: Why you need to avoid being tied into the head contract if your are a Tier 2 Construction Company
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Don't sign on the dotted line if the contract you're given is tied to the head contract... Here's why. 🔽 👷🏻♂️ While we can’t ...
Episode 73: The 2 things about Intellectual Property that you need to know [Tier 2 Construction Companies Only]
27 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Intellectual property has immense value. Don't take it for granted– here are two things you should know about it. 👷🏻♂️ While we ...
Episode 72: Proportional Liability In Construction for Tier 2 Contractors [Australia Only]
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here's a podcast you need to listen to if you're a construction business in Australia. It'll give you all you need to know about proportional liabilit...
Episode 71: Exactly what to do when you are asked to sign Guarantees and Deeds in your construction contract
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know what should be done when you are asked to sign Guarantees and Deeds? If not, this video is for you! 👷🏻♂️ While we can’t he...
Episode 70: Exactly what to do if your client goes insolvent on a construction project
20 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The construction industry has the highest rate of insolvency, and this could massively impact you if your client goes bust. If your client goes insolv...
Episode 69: How to reduce Risk On Your Construction Project
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Risk is something everyone wants to reduce. By watching this video, find out how to navigate your construction projects so you don't end up with the b...
Episode 68: How to get paid for delays on Construction Projects
13 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When jobs are delayed, there's often a snowball effect that means less money coming your way. What if you could change this and get paid for delays? ...
Episode 67: This One Thing Could Save You A TON Of Money On Your Construction Projects
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You wouldn't say no to saving money right? Well here's a simple way to save money on construction projects. 👷🏻♂️ While we can’t ...
Episode 66: How to get out of a construction contract
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Often people think they're tied to the contracts they sign... Here's what to do if you want to opt-out. 👷🏻♂️ While we can’t help...
Episode 65: Mastering limitation of liability [For Construction Owners/Senior Management]
06 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Limited liability clauses can make or break the financial success of a project. To navigate this clause in a contract, here's what you need to know. ...
Episode 64: How to negotiate your construcion contract
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Some people have the knack for being able to negotiate, but that doesn't mean it can't be taught. Here are some easy tips on how to negotiate a contra...
Episode 63: The Definitive Guide to change orders in construction
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How often does the scope of work remain unchanged in a construction project? Never, right? That's why everyone needs to know how variations and change...
Episode 62: What Most People Don't Know About time bars in construction
30 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here are the practical steps that you need to implement in order to deliver contractually and mitigate financial risk. 👷🏻♂️ While ...
Episode 61: Practical Completion is crucial in Construction. Here's why!
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nobody wants to be responsible for penalties, which is why you should have practical completion on your radar. 👷🏻♂️ While we can’...
Episode 60: The Construction Industry's Hidden Problem
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There's an elephant in the room within the construction industry... and it's affecting subcontractors more than anyone else. Find out what this is, an...
Episode 59: What are liquidated damages in construction all about?
23 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It is important to know about liquidated damages and how can it affect the business. That's why here's a video where we discuss everything you need to...
Episode 58: The extremely helpful guide to consequential damages on construction projects
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that most subcontractors lack a firm understanding of consequential damages? We've put together this handy guide to ensure you aren't hit...
Episode 57: Everything you need to know about defects liability on construction projects
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here's everything you need to know about defects liability on construction projects 👷🏻♂️ While we can’t help you deliver onsite, WE CA...
Episode 56: How to negotiate your security on a construction project
16 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Be secure whenever you do your construction projects! Learn how to negotiate them by listening to this podcast! 👷🏻♂️ While we can’t he...
Episode 55: Understanding Construction Tenders/Bids
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we will be talking about what's exactly included with tender bid documents. Watch now! 👷🏻♂️ While we can’t help you d...
Episode 54: How to Master Construction Payment Terms
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are a few strategies you can do to make your payment terms with your client better! Learn how to negotiate them properly from this video. 👷🏻...
Episode 53: The Shocking Truth About Termination on Construction Projects
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Don't let your client terminate you just because they want to terminate you! Protect yourself! Watch our latest video to learn more! 👷🏻♂️...
Episode 51: Construction Contracts Management Explained
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you fully understand what you are signing in a construction contract? It is important that you are aware of every detail of it so watch this and be...
Episode 50: The Complete Pre-Construction Process
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learn the complete pre-construction process so that you and your clients will be on the same page! Watch this video now! 👷🏻♂️ While we c...
Episode 49: 5 Shocking Things About Construction Contracts
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you aware that there are some dirty little secrets in your construction contracts? 🧐 Well, watch this video to learn more! 👷🏻♂️ W...
Episode 48: A Construction Contract Management Hack
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
People value relationships and believe that contracts ruin relationships by making them too impersonal. Find out how to protect your business relation...
Episode 47: An Important Conversation About Contract Administrators In Construction
19 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered how you can stand out from the competition as a construction manager? Watch this video to see how you can compete with the best...
Episode 46: The Only Construction Management Video You Need to Watch
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered how you can stand out from the competition as a construction manager? Watch this video to see how you can compete with the best...
Episode 45: Shining A Light On Construction Contracts
13 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of contracts make the simple complex, luckily we’re here to explain how to make the complex simple. Not only that, but we know what tools you ...
Episode 44: If I Try to Negotiate My Construction Contract, They Will Give The Project To Someone Else
11 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In construction, there’s a misconception that clients don’t want you to negotiate, and that if you do, they’ll award the work to someone else. T...
Episode 43: Why Time is Your Most Valuable Asset in Construction
09 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The average person works 220 days a year – this may seem like a lot, but considering how much unnecessary work and admin we deal with we need to sta...
Episode 42: What to do when your Subcontractor is Late [And now you are late]
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nobody wants a project to be late! Here's what you can do to avoid these instances in a construction project! 👷🏻♂️ While we can’t help...
Episode 41: The Nominated Subcontractor Nightmare In Construction
02 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here's something you need to consider before signing that contract. Don't let a project turn into a nightmare! Watch this video now! 👷🏻♂️...
Episode 40: 3 Items you need to understand when Accelerating a Construction Project
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is the reason for an 'acceleration' in a construction project? Know here! To be successful in the construction industry you need to be able to: ...
Episode 39: 3 Contractual Tips For Civil Contractors
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a civil contractor? Here are some tips to make your work better and easier! 👷🏻♂️ While we can’t help you deliver onsite, WE CA...
Episode 38: Why you shouldn't sign a standard construction contract
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to this podcast to find out why you shouldn't sign "standard" contracts. Whether it's an AIA, ASCE (US), JCT, NEC, FIDIC (UK), or AS (Australia...
Episode 37: 3 Reasons Why Construction the Industry Rocks
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here are 3 reasons why the construction industry rocks and we are all lucky to be involved! 👷🏻♂️ While we can’t help you deliver onsit...
Episode 36: Unethical Behaviour in The Construction Industry [My worst story]
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Large construction companies often times act unethically when it comes to paying their contractors. Here is my worst story. To be successful in the co...
Episode 35: The Planning Fallacy in the Construction Industry and what you can do about it
11 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The planning fallacy is an aspect of decision-making in the construction industry that has significant health risks, financial implications, and poor ...
Episode 34: Too busy to win new work
31 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you all caught up with your current client and cannot accommodate more? Here's what you need to do. Watch our latest episode now! To be successfu...
Episode 33: Stop Relying on Relationships on Construction Projects
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we discuss why relationships used to be important in the construction industry but now become not as important as they used to be. 👷🏻♂...
Episode 32: How To Get More Construction Clients for Free
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are many things you can do to attract more clients, but if you are inexperienced and don’t have time to spend researching different methods, h...
Episode 31: Stop taking on more Construction Projects
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With the effect of the global recession and this COVID-19 pandemic, there's a valid reason why you should stop taking on more construction projects fo...
Episode 30: This is why you shouldn't walk off your construction project
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Be professional, finish what you have started, and do not walk off from your construction project. To be successful in the construction industr...
Episode 29: Why Letters Of Intent Are Useless in Construction
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From a contract expert's view, a letter of intent in a construction project is useless. So if you have a letter of intent in your drafts, discontinue ...
Episode 28: Why you shouldn't afraid to submit a notice of dispute on your construction project
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You can submit your notice of dispute at any time during the construction project. It’s not legal responsibility to notify a contractor in this case...
Episode 27: The One Key Difference between Successful and Unsuccessful Construction Companies
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There's only one difference and you should know it now so that you'll know where your company will fall... to the successful or the unsuccessful? &nbs...
Episode 26: Why Scope Creep Can Make You More Money
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can scope creep be a good thing? While scope creep is usually viewed as a negative phenomenon, Cian sees some good in it. Watch and save your business...
Episode 25: Exactly How To Ruin Your Relationship On A Construction Project
06 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to have a good and long relationship with your current client, do these easy steps and you'll have them for life! To be successful i...
Episode 24: How we helped two Construction Companies avoid bankruptcy
04 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here's how Quantum Contract Solutions helped two construction companies avoid bankruptcy. It could be you and your company in the future...so listen t...
Episode 23: What Warren Buffet Would Say to a Construction Company CEO
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know the real responsibility of a CEO? Listen to what the great Warren Buffet said ⏬ To be successful in the construction industry you ...
Episode 22: How to get your retention back on construction projects
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here are some steps you can follow to regain control of the costs and productivity of your construction project. To be successful in the constru...
Episode 21: How to avoid disputes on Construction Projects
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What do you really need to do when you are having a dispute in your company? Should you set yourself up to avoid it completely or negotiate the speed ...
Episode 20: The difference between liquidated damages & consequential damages
21 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Be different! Learn the difference between liquidated and consequential damages and make a big change in the system for your company! To be successful...
Episode 19: Listen to this 5-min podcast to restore your faith in the construction industry
20 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We’re approaching year three of the COVID-19 pandemic, with no clear end in sight. During this time, construction companies had to make a tough call...
Episode 18: Why negotiating your construction contract will actually win you more projects
12 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As a professional contractor, you've likely negotiated contracts with general contractors and clients on a number of occasions. But did you know that ...
Episode 17: What is 'Squeeky Bum Time' on a construction project and how do you use it to save money
08 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you familiar with the 'squeeky bum time?' And how it is beneficial in saving up your money when it comes to a construction project? To be successf...
Episode 16: Construction projects will get a lot riskier in Q3 Q4 2022
27 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready for the big risk this coming quarter?
Episode 15: Train your clients to pay you on time
27 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What has training your dog and getting paid on time on your construction projects got in common? Learn from this podcast!
Episode 14: Your Construction Offices are Eating You Alive
27 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Wondering why growing your business seems so hard? Let Cian tell you why one of the factors is your construction office!
Episode 13: How To Avoid The Losing Money When Construction Projects Dry Up
27 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learn what to do to avoid losing money when construction projects dry up!
Episode 12: How To Run A Profitable Construction Company
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know the exact equation to make the perfect company? A company that everyone is aiming to work with, a company that values their people as well...
Episode 11: Why You Shouldn't Worry When Other Construction Companies Lawyer Up
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you worried about legal complications in your company? Don't be! Learn why from Quantum's CEO, Cian Brennan!
Episode 10: This concept will help you win more tenders
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Wanna learn the secret to how to win more tenders? Learn from the expert in the field, Cian Brennan! Watch this video and you'll exactly learn the way...
Episode 9: Why you need to wear bulletproof vests on a construction project
22 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In any kind of business, proper documentation is very important! This is a sort of receipt for you to get paid properly. Clients or contractors are ve...
Episode 8: You'll win more construction tenders when you understand this
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know the secret to gain more clients? How about the secret of how to make things easier and faster when negotiating with other companies? Here ...
Episode 7: How to defend yourself against the corrupt & the stupid in construction
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
BUSINESS IS BUSINESS! Yes, it is, but it doesn't mean that you can abuse the other parties involved in the contract. Just in case you encounter an 'ab...
Episode 6: The Big Short Movie 2022 (Construction Edition)
16 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever seen the biggest movie of the century? 😅 Well, hey, it's all about construction and infrastructure! 😅 Creating a movie is almost a...
Episode 5: Head Contract Shenanigans
13 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In any form of business, there are lots of 'shenanigans' as what others use as a term for 'conflict' but how will you deal when you encounter this kin...
Episode 4: The formula for construction company growth
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Just like how cooking works, there's a perfect recipe for creating the best version of your construction company. Know the exact ingredients and prope...
Episode 3: Is 13 too young to drive a dumper?
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Thirteen is already a TEENAGER. They're already someone who understands how things work. 😉 But in reality, can a thirteen-year-old boy can really d...
Episode 2: Exactly How to be a Terrible Construction Subcontractor
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Growing a construction business is definitely a lot of hard work especially if you are in the construction industry. You need a lot of field and offic...