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Navigating the difficulties of running a construction business can be challenging, but you're not alone. "Develop Your Construction Business" brings you bi-weekly insights on best business practices, marketing strategies, operational efficiency, and much more, tailored specifically for construction business owners.
Whether you're a general builder, electrician, plumber, or carpenter looking to grow profitably, this podcast is your blueprint for success. Greg Wilkes is an award-winning construction business coach who has successfully grown his own construction business and wants to help you.
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In this episode, Greg Wilkes sits down with fire engineer Andrea White to make Part B practical for builders and developers, so you can design once, build once, and get signed off first time. 🔹 Key topics: ✅ Part B made simple — what B1–B5 actually mean on a live job (escape, linings, structure, external spread, fire-service access) ✅ When to involve a fire engineer — planning, Gateway checks, and avoiding redraws at RIBA 3/4 ✅ Open-plan layouts that pass — workable routes for gro...
In this episode, Greg Wilkes sits down with Raine Gerber, CEO of Quantum Contract Solutions and a subcontractor-turned-contracts expert, who has reviewed over 7,000 agreements to unpack why delivery alone won’t protect your profit, and how to negotiate contracts that actually work for you. 🔹 Key topics ✅ Lessons from losing a business — how a single hidden clause strangled cashflow and shut the doors on an otherwise profitable company ✅ The “standard contract” myth — why they’re almost ...
In this episode, Greg Wilkes welcomes Rachael Keeble, a project-management trainer, chartered builder & BuiltWell founder for a frank look at what turns an “OK” project manager into the calm, profit-driving linchpin every growing construction firm needs. 🔹 Key topics ✅ “Peace & purpose” project management – why PMs burn out and how Rachael’s framework puts them back in control ✅ The founder skills-gap audit – slow down, list what you’re bad at and hire the opposite &...
In this episode, Greg Wilkes sits down with Dr Gretchen Gagel — 40-year veteran, board adviser and founder of the Women Thriving in Construction Institute — to unpack the talent shortage crippling the industry and show exactly how getting more women on site (and in the C-suite) accelerates profit, safety and culture for everyone. 🔹 Key topics covered ✅ The numbers that matter – from China’s 16 % female workforce to Indonesia’s 1.6 %, plus why the UK & Australia are moving the needle with ...
In this episode, Greg Wilkes breaks down the five core systems every construction firm needs to scale smoothly from £1 million to £5 million — without the owner running on fumes. Drawing on the frameworks he installs in his own companies and those of his coaching clients, Greg shows how the right tech-plus-process combo turns day-to-day chaos into predictable profit. 🔹 Key topics covered ✅ Lead Management – ditch the diary scraps and build a CRM that captures, nurtures and auto-follows every ...
In this episode, Greg Wilkes chats with Jamie Mills, founder of Signature Build, to unpack how he grew a one-man renovation sideline into a multi-million-pound contractor trusted with London’s most prestigious heritage homes. From risky buy-outs to razor-sharp branding, Jamie lays out the real-world moves that turned early hustle into sustainable, high-margin growth. 🔹 Key topics covered: ✅ Starting with modest refurb jobs and networking his way into Prime Central London work ✅ Bu...
In this episode, Greg Wilkes sits down with David Hernandez, Managing Director of North America for Elecosoft (Loft), to explore how 4D construction planning is reshaping project delivery — making jobs smoother, faster, and far more efficient. If you’re tired of project chaos, constant firefighting, and unpredictable schedules, this episode introduces a powerful tech-driven solution that doesn’t just look impressive — it works in real-world construction. 🔹 Key topics covered: ✅ Why most tech ...
In this episode, Greg Wilkes lays out a clear framework for construction business owners to identify when it’s time to bring in a Project Manager – and how doing so can transform your operations, profit, and personal life. If you're overwhelmed and your business feels stuck or chaotic, this episode gives you the insight to know when and how to act. 🔹 Key topics covered: ✅ The five telltale signs you need a Project Manager – from constant interruptions to stagnant growth ✅ How doing everythin...
In this episode, Greg lays out a powerful plan for construction business owners who want to stop working on the tools and start leading like a true CEO. If you’re still swinging a hammer and chasing jobs day-to-day, this episode will help you shift gears – practically and mentally – so you can build a business that runs without you. 🔹 Key topics covered: ✅ Why staying on the tools damages your health, limits your income, and chips away at your confidence ✅ The three big myths that keep builde...
In this episode, Greg shares a practical roadmap for construction business owners who want to escape daily operations by building a team that runs the business without them. He breaks down the key shifts required to scale beyond £1 million, reduce stress, and reclaim personal freedom. 🔹 Key topics covered: ✅ Why most construction businesses rely too heavily on the owner – And how this limits growth and lifestyle ✅ The 3 biggest mistakes that create owner-dependency – Hiring workers, lacking...
In this episode, Greg sits down with Deb Madden, Executive Director at CITB, and Nathan Wilkins, Customer Engagement Manager, to uncover how construction business owners can access CITB funding to train, upskill, and grow their teams. They break down exactly how to claim grants, access training, and make the most of CITB support. 🔹 Key topics covered: ✅ What is CITB? – How it helps small and medium construction businesses ✅ Apprenticeships & funding – Up to £10,000 available per apprentic...
Protect Your Profit Margin with Greg Wilkes In this episode, Greg dives deep into how to protect and increase your profit margins in construction. He breaks down the biggest margin killers, the difference between gross vs. net profit, and the strategies you need to ensure your business stays profitable. 🔹 Key topics covered: ✅ Common mistakes that eat into your profits ✅ The difference between markup vs. margin (and why it matters) ✅ How to accurately track job costs in real time ✅ Negotiatin...
Thinking about moving to Australia as a tradesperson? In this episode, Greg sits down with Wes Zandt from the Downunder Centre to break down the exact steps to migrate successfully. From visa options and skills assessments to the emotional challenges of relocation, they cover everything you need to know. 🔹 Key topics covered: ✅ Skilled visas vs. employer sponsorship ✅ What trades are in demand ✅ How to pass skills assessments ✅ Common mistakes & how to avoid them ✅ Emotional & financi...
In this insightful episode, Greg sits down with Paul Heming, founder of C-Link, to explore the challenges of subcontractor procurement and how technology can transform the process. Paul shares his journey from being a Quantity Surveyor to creating a software platform that streamlines procurement workflows for construction businesses. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ The key inefficiencies in subcontractor procurement and how to fix them 🛠️ ✅ How standardising tenders benefits both subcontractors and ma...
🎙️ Unlock the Power of Safety in Your Business! 🚧 In this game-changing episode, Greg sits down with Gavin Coyle, a global leader in safety and efficiency for construction businesses. Gavin shares his inspiring journey from the construction trenches in Ireland to revolutionizing how safety is perceived worldwide. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ How to turn safety into a profit-driving machine 💰 ✅ Practical tips for embedding safety into your company culture 🛠️ ✅ Secrets to aligning your entire team ar...
Running a construction business can feel like a never-ending juggling act—but what if there was a way to take control and make everything run smoother? In this episode of the Develop Your Construction Business podcast, Greg Wilkes chats with systems expert James Brown about how to simplify and streamline your business. James breaks it down into practical steps, sharing how to: Spot and fix the biggest time-wasters in your processes.Create systems that keep your projects running like clockwork...
Ready to scale your business like a true champion? 🏆 In this episode, “What I Learned from Mo Farah About Scaling,” business growth expert Adam Strong shares the game-changing strategies he learned from training with the legendary Olympic gold medalist Mo Farah! 🥇 🚀 Get ready to: ✨ Overcome common scaling pitfalls 💡 Unlock new revenue streams 🔥 Build a powerful personal brand 💪 Develop a winning mindset If you're looking to grow faster and achieve more, this episode is packed with actionable ...
🔥 Ever feel like you’re constantly putting out fires in your business? Like every single day you're running from one crisis to the next, barely finding time to breathe—let alone think about the bigger picture? 😫 Trust me, I’ve been there. And if you’re a construction business owner trying to scale, you probably know this feeling all too well. 🚧 In this episode, Greg Wilkes and Barbara Nixon, author of The Boss Hat 🎩 and leadership coach, dive deep into this exact struggle. You know the one—wh...
Join us for an exciting episode with Emma Mills from MyPA! 🌟 Learn how to design the perfect week and discover the amazing benefits of hiring virtual assistants (VAs) and personal assistants (PAs). 📅💼 Emma shares easy tips on planning your week, managing your time, and getting more done. 🗓️🕒 Find out how virtual working has changed during COVID-19 and how it helps businesses find great talent from anywhere. 🌐 See how delegating tasks to VAs and PAs can make you more productive and free up you...
Join us in this exciting episode of "Websites that POP" with Angie Wilkes from Construct Virtual! 🌟 Discover how to transform your website into a client magnet. 💻 Angie shares her secrets on creating stunning, high-converting websites using the powerful StoryBrand framework. 📈 Learn why good design matters, how to highlight your clients' needs, and the best ways to make your business stand out online. 🌐 Whether you're a construction company or any business owner, this episode is packed with t...
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