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Navigating Construction's Challenges and Opportunities

Join Mick for a candid reflection on the construction industry's journey through 2024.

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How political changes and economic uncertainty shaped the construction landscape in 2024.

Learn how GEDON™ adapted to changing market conditions and refined its strategic focus.

Industry Trends: Discover key shifts in talent movement, work preferences, and emerging opportunities in digital infrastructure.

Gain insights into AI integration, data centres, and clean energy projects shaping the industry's future.

Understanding the importance of strategic partnerships and quality talent acquisition in construction.

Addressing burnout and the critical need for better work-life balance in construction.

Tune in to this insightful year-end review that combines industry analysis with practical insights for construction professionals.

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THROWBACK

Building a Better Future: The Story of Building Guild

Join Mick Donaghy as he sits down with Alex Johnson and Tom Moore, the dynamic duo behind Building Guild.

In this episode, they discuss:

The Building Guild Story: Learn about the company's mission and values.

The Importance of Culture: Discover how Building Guild fosters a positive and collaborative work environment.

The Future of Construction: Explore the latest trends and challenges shaping the industry.

Leadership and Mentorship: Gain insights into effective leadership and career development.

Work-Life Balance and Mental Health: Learn how to prioritize well-being in a demanding industry.

Tune in to this inspiring conversation.

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Throwback Thursday!
We revisit a fantastic conversation with construction veteran Lee Lambert!  

This episode dives deep into the dynamic shifts reshaping the industry ️ and equips you with the tools to thrive.

Discover:

Uncover the latest trends and challenges facing construction professionals.

Learn how to measure success beyond short-term gains and build a long-term vision.

Explore the importance of cultivating strong relationships in the construction industry.

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This episode of MEA$URED with Mick Donaghy features Michael Manikas, the general manager and majority owner at Australia-based business DLG Shape. The company provides construction fit-out and refurbishment services across all sectors for both private clients as well as government organizations across Australia - and they're an Aboriginal-owned enterprise! In fact, he is a qualified quantity surveyor and the former CEO of the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors.

In this podcast, Michael shares his experience working both for tier-one contractors and consultancies. He is deeply committed to helping out in the construction industry by engaging more Aboriginal indigenous groups with relevant skill sets who would like a chance at success onsite - Australia currently has an imbalance in this space that majorly needs attention.

Michael’s message of unity was one I found inspiring. Not only did he have a burning desire to empower the Indigenous community, but also his humility and selflessness towards all First Nations people is something we should take note of as an industry.

Michael talks about why he became a quantity surveyor, where he grew up, and how someone in his family has been involved in the construction industry. He also shares some of the interesting people he met along this journey.

Michael discusses his struggles through his early career and anything that was a little harder to come. To get comfortable working for the builder, he had learned or do something in order to be into mindset; it made sense at this point of time when going into the CEO role with a prestigious company where diversity is a key element. Michaels’s strengths lie in how well he gets along with people. He talks about his current position in DLG and his responsibility there as per real vision regarding aboriginal communities.

He wants to inspire more Aboriginal people and others from indigenous backgrounds. As someone who's seen first-hand how the construction industry has helped build community with pride, he knows that there are many opportunities out in this field for those seeking them.

There is nothing like a person's touch to leave an industry behind Michael quote “And if I can help some of them in some way, I feel like I've left the industry in this place a bit of person.”

Get in Touch! https://www.dlgshape.com.au/

This week on MEA$URED, we welcome Alexander Baly, founder of Built Brisbane, a extremely popular blog sharing the latest construction and development news for South East Queensland.

Do you know those people who seem to just appear out of nowhere? Well, for Brisbane born and bred, Alex Baly,  we'll explore what may have been one such case. On his uni break, which lasted around a month, he decided that instead of wasting time doing nothing, it might make more sense to put some effort into finding something creative or productive! So with this goal in mind, Alex read up on all the exciting projects happening throughout the city - from architecture through urban planning initiatives - and shared them in Instagram! 

Alex is one of these people that just can't help themselves when it comes to Brisbane. He's got an enthusiasm for the city no other! Whether thats the latest building project or something really exciting about the 2032 Olympics - he's sharing his own unique views with loyal followers throughout Linkedin and Instagram which has built up an incredible brand.

In this episode, Alex shares his favourite things about Brisbane, how he got started and why he loves development!. In conclusion, he emphasizes that it is important to look at what you already have and to keep going, following your passions will be the key!

On this BONUS episode of MEA$URED  we are joined by Tony Alexander, one of New Zealand's Leading & Most Respected Economists.

Tony joins us today to provide a quick 10-minute take on how this lockdown is affecting the New Zealand construction and property industry.

In this episode, Tony discusses what the level four lockdown in the New Zealand construction and property industry might mean for those working or relying on the industry.

Tony shares how ongoing immigration restrictions and border limitations impact the contractor's ability to build, as well as what this means for New Zealand's economy. He notes that employers may also be able to increase salaries in the future. Additionally, Tony expresses optimism that construction would continue thriving overall throughout New Zealand.

Do not miss out Tony's free weekly publication! Go to tonyalexander.nz and get your copy today.

In this week's episode of MEA$URED, Mick is accompanied by Luisa Panuccio, a qualified Civil and Architectural Engineer who currently works as a Project Manager on major infrastructure projects in Australia. As such, she's become a role model for Engineer looking to pursue STEM careers.

In this episode of the podcast, Luisa shares that in her younger years, she was fascinated by math and science. Her love for these subjects continued to grow throughout her childhood until it developed into a lifelong pursuit of engineering which led her towards becoming one of many female engineers whose presence continues to inspire students today.

It was also a pleasure to be joined by Luisa Panuccio, who is working towards eliminating discrimination and harassment that is all too familiar for females face within the construction industry.

Luisa is a brave and inspiring engineer who we really enjoyed speaking to! Listen on all platforms today.

Mick returns with Season 3 of MEA$URED. In this episode, Mick discusses what’s been going on in the construction industry over the last 3 months including Australia's construction industry's challenge of finding new staff due to COVID-19 lockdowns and great resignations. The widespread effect of these two causes 25%-30% turnover in many companies, making it difficult for them to attract new workers.

Mick explains that despite the COVID pandemic, Australia's construction industry has seen developments. However, they have been suspended as lockdowns are being implemented again due to rising cases of COVID.

Listen to the intro episode of Season 3 today!

Mick Donaghy is the Managing Director of Franklin Smith, a specialist construction recruitment agency based on the Eastern Coast of Australia.

To find out more about Franklin Smith; view the website www.franklinsmith.com.au.

On this episode, Mick rounds off season 2 by providing an Australian construction market update. Mick talks everything from employment, opportunities, what sectors are showing tangible signs of growth and how you can take advantage of a burgeoning market in your career. 

Mick also shares his vision for the podcast and how he's seeking to make the podcast a genuine snapshot for all things construction in Australia from stories of successful entrepreneurs and leaders to the struggling unemployed and overlooked. 

Listen to the final episode of Season 2 today!

Mick Donaghy is the Managing Director of Franklin Smith, a specialist construction recruitment agency based in the Eastern Coast of Australia.

To find out more about Franklin Smith; view the website www.franklinsmith.com.au

On the most recent episode of MEA$URED, Mick is joined by Alex Johnson and Tom Moore of Building Guild. Building Guild, a Sydney Based Construction company, have been delivering and crafting transformative environments for their discerning clients for over a decade.

In this episode of the podcast Alex, the MD of Building Guild, discusses founding the business from humble beginnings, developing a leading culture and creating a brand and vision that identifies with tradition and the fundamentals of a great business relationship within construction.

It was also a pleasure to be joined by Tom, Building Guild’s GM, who offers his unique perspective from immigrating to Sydney from the UK and working his way up through the company from Site Foreman to General Manager.

This was an awesome episode where we where fortunate enough to be joined by two humble, down to earth blokes who just love construction, their team and delivering amazing results for their clients. It was a breath of fresh air to be chatting to these two gents about the day to day on goings of the construction industry.

It really comes across in their energy, passion and enthusiasm for what they day every day and it was a great pleasure to be joined by two great characters the Sydney construction market is lucky to have.

Links to Building Guild & Social profiles below.

http://buildingguild.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-johnson-5b61b444/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-moore-768a09184/

Franklin Smith is a Construction Recruitment Agency specialising in representing top tier talent across the Commercial Residential and Infrastructure Construction Markets throughout Sydney and Brisbane.