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Case Law Coffee Break - Spring 2025
In episode 89 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin introduces the "case law coffee break," a segment focusing on recent legal rulings affecting subcontractors in the construction industry. Jacob...
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The Best Practices for Mastering Contract Management in Construction
In episode 88 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin speaks about the critical importance of effective contract management in the construction industry. He explains how good contract management is...
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Don’t Let Retention Payments Drive You Up the Wall—Here’s How to Tackle Them!
In episode 87 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, we take a deep dive into the intricate subject of retentions! Jacob conducts a comprehensive discussion on the manifold challenges and exasperations retentions...
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Are YOU Ready for JCT 24 Contracts?
In episode 86 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin explores the key differences between the JCT 2024 and JCT 2016 contracts. He discusses updates in design liability, communication methods,...
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How the Building Safety Act is Reshaping the Construction Landscape for Subcontractors.
In episode 85 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin is talking about the Building Safety Act (BSA) of 2022, a pivotal reform in construction regulatory and building safety law following the...
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Conflict Avoidance Process
In episode 84 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin dives into conflict avoidance in the construction industry, focusing on the RICS Conflict Avoidance Process (CAP). Jacob underscores the...
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The BIM Protocol Demystified: What Every Subcontractor Needs to Know
In episode 83 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin is speaks on the CIC BIM Protocol, crucial for managing Building Information Modelling (BIM) design processes in construction projects. Jacob...
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Unlocking Profitability with Technology - The Best New Tech for Subcontractors
n episode 82 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin is discussing the transformative impact of technology in the construction industry. He delves into Building Information Modelling (BIM), drones,...
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From Skyscrapers to Side Jobs: Finding Your Niche in Construction
In episode 81 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin is explores the distinctions between large and small construction projects. He advises subcontractors on tailoring their commercial strategies...
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A Deep Dive Into Value Engineering
This week's episode - 80 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast is a rerun of Episode 19, in which Jacob Austin discusses the topic of Value Engineering and Whole Life Costing. He starts by defining these two phrases...
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How Can Subcontractors Win Work in a Competitive Bidding Landscape?
In episode 79 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin is talking about aiming to secure work in a competitive market. Jacob tackles common bidding challenges, stressing the importance of crafting...
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From Compliance to Competitive Edge: Mastering Sustainability in Subcontracting
In episode 78 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin is speaks about the rising importance of sustainability clauses and environmental requirements in the construction industry. Jacob highlights...
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