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Constructing The FutureEp 08: Beyond TypicalsTHE EPISODEJoin hosts Rhianna Di Trapani and Graeme Reynolds, directors at Virtual Civil Consulting, as they sit down with Sam Lytle, the founder of Beyond CAD and Beyond Typicals and Brian Sroufe, Business Development Manager. In this episode, they talk about their innovative software solutions, the evolution from BeyondCAD to Beyond Typicals, and how listening to customer feedback has driven their success. They also shares insights into making 3D visualization accessible and impactful for all project sizes and budgets. You can check out more about their platform at www.beyondcad.c...2024-07-2139 minConstructing The FutureEp 07: Joel Martin, Managing Director of 4020 ConsultTHE EPISODEJoin host Rhianna Di Trapani, director at Virtual Civil Consulting, as she sits down with Joel Martin, Managing Director of 4020 Consult, a company with a mission to connect people and projects. In this episode, Joel talks about their unique people centered approach to recruitment, the power of self belief and the importance of paying it forwards in all elements of your life.If you need a dose of inspiration, this one is for you!THE LINKSWebsite: https://www.virtualcivilconsulting.com/ Spotify: ht...2024-05-2839 min
You don’t look like an EngineerRhianna Di Trapani: Creating a healthy relationship with change | Episode 37Join Laura and Sohan in their interview with Rhianna Di Trapani, the civil construction professional turned director of her very own company - Virtual Civil Consulting! From juggling two degrees and two part-time jobs to managing 20-million dollar projects in the construction industry - Rhianna is an inspiration for young women in STEM wanting to reach the stars.At just 15 years old, Rhianna moved from Dubai to Australia and embraced new cultures. In this episode, Rhianna uncovers the keys to building a healthy relationship with change, growing through learning, and taking courageous leaps in both work...2024-04-0350 minConstructing The FutureEp 06: Paul Doherty, Managing Director of PD Project DeliveryJoin host Rhianna Di Trapani, director at Virtual Civil Consulting, as she sits down with Paul Doherty, Managing Director of PD Project Delivery. If you’re looking for some motivation to start off your 2024, this episode is for you! PD Project Delivery is a Construction and Project Management company providing civil expertise to provide successful projects of outstanding quality throughout Australia. Paul shares his amazing journey of moving to Australia and finding himself not only navigating life in a new country but also as an entrepreneur. Today marks 6 years of PD Project Delivery and Paul shares his inspiring journey. It...2024-01-0828 minConstructing The FutureEp 05: David Cumming, Founder and Director of DMC ContractorsTHE EPISODE Join host Rhianna Di Trapani, director at Virtual Civil Consulting, as she sits down with David Cumming, founder, and director of DMC Contractors, a specialised civil construction company on the Gold Coast, Queensland. In this episode, David talks about their unique focus on helping developers achieve their goals and dives into his journey of turning his dreams into a reality! If you want to know how to bet on yourself, this one is for you! THE LINKS Website: virtualcivilconsulting.com/Spotify: o...2023-11-2120 minConstructing The FutureEp 04: Wayne Franks, Owner and Founder of Professional Drone Services of TexasTHE EPISODE Join host Rhianna Di Trapani as she sits down with Wayne Franks, Owner and Founder of Professional Drone Services of Texas. Professional Drone Services of Texas offers fast, affordable aerial photography, videography, 3D mapping & modeling, thermal/near-infrared imaging & much more! Wayne wasn’t always in this space, listen to the episode to learn more about his career and journey to doing what he loves and with family by his side. If you’re interested in all things drone, this episode is for you! THE LINKS Website: virtualcivilconsulting.com/ 2023-10-0419 minConstructing The FutureEp 03: Lachlan McCullough, Director of Cooper McCullough GroupTHE EPISODEJoin host Rhianna Di Trapani as she sits down with Lachlan McCullough, director of Cooper McCullough Group, a civil construction company in Central Queensland. In this episode, Lachlan (Lachie) talks about the unique opportunities and untapped market of construction in Central Queensland and more rural areas. He highlights some of the major wins of the company focusing on being surrounded by amazingly talented and driven people and opens up about his hopes for the future of the industry.If you want to know how to run a successful construction company, this one...2023-09-1012 minConstructing The FutureEp 02: Jason McKeown & Hayden Clinch, Co-founders of Yeti ServicesTHE EPISODEJoin host Rhianna Di Trapani as she sits down with Jason McKeown and Hayden Clinch, founders of Yeti Services, a civil drainage business on the Sunshine Coast. In this episode, Jason and Hayden share their journey from leaving their day jobs to launching their own business. They discuss the challenges of finding skilled workers, carving a niche in the industry, and tackling specialized drainage projects. They also offer some practical advice for those considering a career in construction. Tune in to gain insights into the world of civil construction and entrepreneurship!...2023-08-2617 minConstructing The FutureEp 01: Drew Viles, Director of VDA ConsultantsAbout DrewDrew Viles is a Civil Project Manager and Director of VDA Consultants. He started his engineering career early, shadowing his dad working in the project management and construction industry, and was always fascinated with the sciences and how things work. From here he studied civil engineering at Griffith University on the Gold Coast and quickly realised he couldn’t perform well stuck behind a computer all day. Whilst completing his studies, Drew managed to secure undergraduate works on the Commonwealth Games Athletes Village civil earthworks construction package and realised this is exactly the ro...2023-08-1423 min