In this episode, Eve Lameks, co-founder of The Tender Trainers, discusses the importance of building relationships in the construction industry and the impact it has on project outcomes and mental health.
She highlights the knowledge gap and miscommunication that often occurs during the tender process and emphasises the need for collaboration and better communication between subcontractors and main contractors.
Eve also addresses the issue of mental health in the industry and the opportunity for positive change. She shares her work in training subcontractors and plans to work with main contractors to improve their processes and create better project outcomes.
The conversation explores the challenges and opportunities in the construction industry, with a focus on leadership, diversity, and embracing neurodiversity. Rebecca and Eve discuss the need for strong leadership to set the tone and create a positive culture on construction sites. They also emphasise the importance of attracting and retaining talent, including the younger generation and those making career changes.
The conversation highlights the fun and pride of working in construction, but also acknowledges the negative experiences that need to be addressed.
Rebecca and Eve advocate for creating psychologically safe spaces and embracing vulnerability to build meaningful relationships. They also discuss the value of bringing one's authentic self to the industry and not conforming to traditional expectations.
Takeaways
- Building strong relationships is crucial in the construction industry and can lead to better project outcomes.
- There is a significant knowledge gap and miscommunication during the tender process, which can be addressed through collaboration and better communication.
- Mental health is a serious issue in the construction industry, and efforts should be made to improve well-being and support workers.
- There are opportunities for positive change in the industry, including promoting leadership skills and implementing technology.
- The construction industry offers unique and rewarding experiences, but also has challenges that need to be addressed. Strong leadership is crucial in setting the tone and creating a positive culture on construction sites.
- The construction industry needs to attract and retain talent from diverse backgrounds, including the younger generation and those making career changes.
- Creating psychologically safe spaces and embracing vulnerability can lead to meaningful relationships and a more inclusive industry.
- Bringing one's authentic self to the industry and not conforming to traditional expectations is empowering and can contribute to positive change.
Sound Bites
- "We teach subcontractors how to tender for work."
- "Miscommunication is where everything goes awry."
- "We need more collaboration for good project outcomes."
- "Construction can be the best industry in the world, but we have some work to do."
- "If we can maximize the potential of the amazing people in the industry, it will become more attractive."
- "Strong leadership in construction can change everything about a project."
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