In this episode of The Construction Cogs Podcast, I sit down with Richard Stone, founder of Project Management Blueprint, to talk about what really happens when construction becomes a race to the bottom, and why chasing the...

In this episode, we speak with Pip Wright (Philippa Wright), a UK mobile crane operator, about what the job really involves on site.Pip shares how she got into crane operating, the responsibility that comes with lifting operations...

Lifting Operations training:https://lifttecacademy.co.uk/constructioncogsUse code CCOGS100 for £100 off your courseIn this episode I sit down with Donny, a ...

In this episode, I’m joined by Jade Harris, co-founder of The Buddie System, an Australian innovation that’s redefining safety in crane and lifting operations. The Buddie System uses smart wearables and wireless communication to kee...

In this episode, I speak with Charity Rose, an Engineering Geologist at AtkinsRéalis and a key member of Bold as Brass, about a critical issue the construction industry has largely ignored. On-site menstrual safety and welfare facilities for wo...

Vish is an electrician turned mental health advocate who's on a mission to reduce suicide in construction.He's the founder of Onward Shift, a mental health hub designed for the construction community.What We Cover:

From military to prison to rebuilding his life to rebuilding other veteran's livesIn this episode, we sit down with Darren Wright, founder of Veterans Into Logistics - a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to helping struggling militar...

In this episode of The Construction Cogs Podcast, we sit down with Rob Hammond, founder of ARSS UK Ltd, a specialist adoptable roads and sewer services company.Rob shares his journey into the infrastructure sector and explains what it ta...

In this episode, we sit down with Jenna Hartwig, Business Development Manager at Foundation Personnel Ltd, to get an insider's perspective on the current construction job market and what it takes to land your next role in the industry.J...

My cousin Chris is a trainer and NPORS assessor at Marlborough Highways.The key talking points in this episode are:- Dyslexia- Overcoming imposter syndrome- How the awarding bodies should change- Investing in ...

Michael discusses the best ways to get into site management.He was also brave enough to talk about how he turned his life around after abusing drink and drugs. A journey that has made him a much better person.🔎 Find Michael Harris...

In this episode, we sit down with Deborah Madden, Executive Director of Engagement at CITB, to discuss the future of the construction industry, skills development, and CITB’s role in workforce training.Deb also debunks the myths and stig...

Website: https://constructioncogs.com/Steve Kirby - a former demolition worker and now life coach - tells us about how a near fatal accident at work changed his life. For the worst at first, then for the better.Some key ...

Carl Harris tells his story of a horrible accident he had as a bricklayer, when a brick wall that was not braced sufficiently blew over, crushing him.After a terrible few months after the incident, Carl invented Brick Bud, an efficient b...

Website: https://constructioncogs.com/Enjoy my chat with Connor Liddle aka Cranebrain, a mobile and crawler crane operator, crane supervisor, and content creator. Connor grew up in a Yorkshire family of crane people in a small vil...

Website: https://constructioncogs.com/After over 40 years of operating heavy plant on her family farm in Wales, Lana decided only a few years ago to get into construction. She's since flourished, operating various machines like ba...

Darren is a mental health campaigner in the construction industry. He is CEO of iTalk MH Ltd, an organisation that businesses can subscribe to, to provide their staff with mental health support, advice on financial worries, and much more.

Website: https://constructioncogs.com/Kevin is a former Paratrooper, mobile crane operator, and Appointed Person. He is also a world champion in Taekwondo.Kevin now owns InspHigher, a company that gives a higher level of tr...

This is a special one for me because I got to interview my brother. He moved to Australia in 2015.You'll learn about: how he got into the industry, Australian visas, Australian culture, salaries, piling rigs, certifications, and much mor...

Episode 3 is Construction Cog's first visual episode, where I chat with Ania Bułecka, a crane supervisor and Appointed Person.Website: https://constructioncogs.com/

Ian Mason, a good psychopath, former rocker, and Senior Project Manager for Lendlease.Website: https://constructioncogs.com/

Wayne Scott, a crane appointed person (AP), who sometimes regrets being a Spurs fan.Website: https://constructioncogs.com/