Own The Build
Own the Build is the podcast for Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Directors who want to sharpen their commercial edge and lead with confidence.
Hosted by Paul Heming, former Commercial leader and now co-founder of C-Link, each week’s conversation dives into the realities of modern commercial management — from procurement and contracts to digital transformation and leadership in construction.
Through honest discussions with industry leaders, forensic planners, and forward-thinking QSs, Paul explores how the best commercial teams deliver profit, performance, and project certainty in a changing industry.
If you’re serious about mastering the commercial side of construction — this is where you build your advantage.
Own The Build
Pointless Amendments: Why the Industry Needs a Simpler Approach to Contracts (EP 209)
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Unnecessary contract amendments create confusion, disputes, and inefficiencies across the construction industry. In this episode, Paul's guest is Sarah Fox, a leading expert in construction law and conflict avoidance, to discuss why simplifying contracts is essential for better project outcomes.
🔹 The Conflict Avoidance Pledge: Learn how the RICS initiative drives a cultural shift in contract management.
🔹 The Case Against Onerous Amendments: Why excessive changes to standard forms cause more harm than good—and how to challenge them.
🔹 Changing Industry Behaviours: Discover practical steps to promote fairness, transparency, and early intervention in contract negotiations.
🔹 Conflict Avoidance Tools: Get insights into the Contract Toolkit and the RICS Conflict Avoidance Process (CAP) as alternatives to adjudication.
🎙️ Don’t miss this essential discussion on how to reduce disputes and improve collaboration in construction.
📩 Have a question for Paul? Email paul@c-link.com to have it answered in an upcoming episode!
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