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The Construction Skills Crisis – Are We Building Ourselves Into a Shortage?
Running out of workers Introduction: Projects Are Growing. The Workforce Isn’t. We’ve signed the contracts.We’ve set the dates.We’ve...
Steve G
Apr 13 min read
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The CFMEU: A Deep-Seated Culture of Corruption and Criminality
CFMEU - Exposed time and time again as a breeding ground for corruption Introduction The Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and...
Steve G
Mar 75 min read
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Are Project Managers Being Set Up to Fail?
Are Project Managers Being Set Up to Fail? Let’s get real about the construction industry. Project managers (PMs) are being set up to...
Steve G
Jan 144 min read
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Balancing Cost and Safety: The Controversial Suspension of BPIC in Queensland Construction
Stephen Gardner, Queensland - At What Cost? The construction industry is no stranger to controversy, and Queensland's recent decision to...
Steve G
Jan 112 min read
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The Death of Accountability in Construction: Why Nobody Wants to Take Responsibility Anymore
Stephen Gardner, Queensland - Burning Accountability Accountability is the backbone of any successful construction project. It’s what...
Steve G
Jan 113 min read
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Why the Construction Industry Can’t Afford to Ignore Emotional Intelligence Anymore
Stephen Gardner, Queensland - EQ The construction industry faces a turning point. With workforce demands, high turnover, and increasingly...
Steve G
Jan 114 min read
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Construction’s Dark Secret: Are We Sacrificing Lives for Profit?
Stephen Gardner, Gold Coast - Profit over people It’s time to confront a harsh reality: the construction industry is addicted to profit...
Steve G
Jan 112 min read
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Is the Construction Industry Addicted to Burnout Culture?
Stephen Gardner, Gold Coast - Burnout Culture In the construction industry, burnout isn’t just common—it’s practically a badge of honor...
Steve G
Jan 113 min read
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Redefining Project Success: Why the Iron Triangle is Dead
Stephen Gardner, Queensland - Iron Triangle When it comes to measuring the success of construction projects, we're often trapped in a...
Steve G
Jan 114 min read
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The Toxic 'Tough Guy' Culture in Construction Needs to End
Stephen Gardner, Gold Coast - Toxic Tough Guy Culture Let’s talk about one of the construction industry's dirty little secrets: the...
Steve G
Jan 113 min read
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The Future of Modular and Prefabricated Construction: Is This the Answer to Australia's Housing Crisis?
Stephen Gardner, Gold Coast - Modular Construction Australia is facing a growing housing crisis. With demand for affordable housing far...
Steve G
Jan 114 min read
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Balancing the Build: Tools and Strategies for Achieving Work-Life Balance as a Construction Manager in Australia
Stephen Gardner, Queensland - Work-Life Balance As a construction manager, the demands are high, the stakes even higher. Meeting tight...
Steve G
Jan 114 min read
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The Construction Skills Crisis: Are We Building Ourselves Into a Shortage?
Stephen Gardner, Gold Coast Queensland - Construction Skills Crisis The Australian construction industry is facing a growing challenge...
Steve G
Jan 115 min read
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Promoted to Incompetency: The Peter Principle in the Australian Construction Industry
Promoted to Incompetency: The Peter Principle in the Australian Construction Industry The Australian construction industry is a dynamic...
Steve G
Jan 103 min read
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Toxic Management Trends in the Australian Construction Industry: A Call for Change
Toxic Management Trends in the Australian Construction Industry The Australian construction industry is one of the nation’s most vital...
Steve G
Jan 104 min read
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Building a Strong WHS Culture on Australian Construction Sites
Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) is a critical aspect of construction in Australia. The construction industry, known for its inherent...
Steve G
Jan 103 min read
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