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How Can Effective Communication Transform Your Construction Projects?
In episode 77 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin is talking about the pivotal role of effective communication in the construction industry. Clear communication is essential for subcontractors,...
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Contra Charges Uncovered: What Every Subcontractor Needs to Know!
In episode 76 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin is talking about Contra Charges in the construction industry. Jacob explains that contra charges are common law mechanisms to address damage or...
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The Principles of Extensions of Time for Subcontractors
In episode 75 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin discusses the crucial topic of extensions of time clauses in construction contracts. He explains how these clauses protect subcontractors from...
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Subcontractor Payment Rules under JCT Standard Subcontracts. Do you know the score?
In episode 74 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin kicks off 2025 by guiding subcontractors through the intricacies of the JCT (Joint Contracts Tribunal) standard building contract. Jacob raises...
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Contract Amendments Uncovered: Avoiding the Pitfalls That Could Cost You
In episode 73 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin addresses the topic of amending standard forms of contract in the construction industry. Jacob explains why these amendments are often...
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Unlocking the Secrets of the JCT Standard Building Subcontract
In episode 72 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin provides an in-depth analysis of the JCT Standard Building Subcontract 2016. Aimed at construction business owners, the episode educates...
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How Can Subcontractors Thrive Amid Economic Uncertainty?
In episode 71 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin addresses the pressing economic challenges faced by subcontractors, including rising material costs, labor shortages, and inflation. Jacob...
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Are You Leaving Money on the Table with Retentions in Construction?
In episode 70 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin discusses the topic of retentions in the construction industry. He explains that retentions are a financial safeguard for clients, ensuring...
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Best Practices for Embracing BIM in the Construction Industry
In episode 69 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin talks about the transformative role of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in the construction industry, particularly from the perspective of...
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Sub-Subcontracting - A Subcontractor's Guide To Sub-letting Your Work
In episode 68 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin provides construction business owners with essential strategies manage sub-contracting their own work. Key topics include contractual...
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Protecting Your Profits: The Essential Guide to Bonds in Construction Contracts
In episode 67 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin explores the crucial topic of bonds and guarantees in construction contracts. Tailored for subcontractors, Jacob explains the different types of...
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Contract Law Basics for Subcontractors
In episode 66 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin speaks on the critical aspects of construction law, emphasising the significance of contracts for subcontractors. He provides practical advice...
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