Should your small to medium enterprise be taking on public sector contracts? Paul Sheridan, a director for the Construction Industry Federation, talks about the challenges and opportunities that come with public sector contracts, drawing from his years of experience representing the interests of the leading construction firms in Ireland.

Paul and Gavin speak about the problems with Irish government contracts, the facts behind the negative perception of public works, and what can be done to improve the relationship between the construction sector and the government. Public works and government contracts could be more attractive than you originally thought.

You can connect with Paul through CIF’s website  https://cif.ie/

Or his Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-sheridan-702bb8240/

For more information about anything in this episode head to https://www.gavin-coyle.com/

0:00 Intro

2:22 The challenges of the Irish construction industry

7:22 Improving the construction industry's communication with the government.

13:13 The challenges faced by SMEs and how the government can support them

25:52 Managing risks and ensuring payment for construction projects.

38:45 What is the CIF doing for SMEs?

I'm The Gaffer, hosted by industry expert Gavin Coyle, is the essential podcast for construction people, offering insider insights, expert interviews, and actionable strategies to blueprint unprecedented success in the dynamic world of construction. Whether you are still ‘on the tools’, just getting started, a seasoned site manager focused on large-scale project management, or a fast-growth building industry entrepreneur/developer this podcast is for you.

Gavin's guests, ranging from influential thought leaders to boots-on-the-ground practitioners, share their stories, successes and failures, and offer invaluable lessons and tips, allowing you to have a 360-degree view of the construction landscape. This podcast is a must have shared learning space for any person looking to achieve success in the building industry.

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