The Subcontractors Blueprint
Welcome to "The Subcontractors Blueprint," the essential podcast for construction industry Subcontractors. Join host Jacob Austin, a seasoned Chartered Surveyor with a rich background in industry giants and the founder of QS.Zone. This show is your key to mastering commercial savvy and contract finesse.
Gain the knowledge and skills to manage accounts, understand rights, and boost profitability as an SME sub-contractor. Jacob's expertise guides you through risk management, cashflow maintenance, and maximizing subcontract profitability.
Tune in now to empower your subcontracting journey with "The Subcontractors Blueprint" and take confident strides toward a more prosperous future.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 21 minutes
- Episodes
- 109
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Did YOU See The Fine-print?: How Float and Delay Clauses Can Impact Your Bottom Line
In episode 108 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin covers the crucial topics of program float ownership and concurrent delay clauses in JCT subcontracts. He explains the risks …
JCT 24 Subcontracts: 10 Key Contractor Amendments That Could Hurt YOUR Bottom Line
In episode 107 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin reviews the key changes in JCT 2024 subcontracts, noting that while the update brings improvements like good faith duties and…
Growth Mini Series - 7 Common Pitfalls to Avoid When Taking on Bigger Projects
In episode 106 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin concludes a mini-series on scaling subcontracting businesses by winning larger projects without overstretching. Aimed at cons…
Growth Mini Series - Ten Practical Considerations for Levelling Up Your Business
In episode 105 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin shares practical strategies for subcontractors tackling larger projects. He covers key areas such as workforce planning, hiri…
Growth Mini Series: Getting the Contract Right
In episode 104 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin celebrates two years of the podcast and continues his mini-series on business growth for subcontractors. He provides practica…
Growth Mini Series: Six Key Signs You're Ready to Take On Bigger Projects as a Subcontractor
In episode 103 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin breaks guides UK subcontractors through the essentials of scaling up to larger projects. He outlines six key indicators of re…
Dealing with Defects
This week's episode of The Subcontractors Blueprint - number 103 is a revisit of episode 25 in which Jacob Austin explores construction defects and their effects on subcontractors. He clarifies the d…
The Ripple Effect of Quality: How Your Work Impacts Reputation and Repeat Business
In episode 102 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin breaks highlights the vital role of quality workmanship in UK construction. He explains how high standards drive profitabilit…
Protect Your Profits: The Ultimate Guide to Subcontractor Insurance
In episode 101 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin breaks down the four essential insurance policies every UK subcontractor needs: Employers’ Liability, Public Liability, Profe…
NEC4 Change Process: Don’t Let Time Bars Trip You Up
In episode 100 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin explores the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Subcontract’s change management processes. Focusing on the early warning and c…
Essential NEC4 Program Management Tips for Subcontractors
In episode 99 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin explores effective program management within the NEC4 contract framework, tailored for construction subcontractors. He highlig…
How Can Subcontractors Master the Final Account Process for Maximum Profitability?
In episode 98 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin is talking all things final accounts. He outlines how to properly prepare and present the final account—including variations, …
Don’t Let Your Budget Go to Waste: How to Avoid Cost Overruns and Keep Your Sanity!
In episode 97 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin highlights the importance of cost reporting and monitoring for subcontractors. He explains how tracking project expenses again…
Building Bridges not Barriers
In episode 96 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin discusses the common issue of disputes between subcontractors and main contractors in construction projects. He explores the r…
Navigating the Legal Minefield: Essential Insights for Subcontractors
In episode 95 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin discusses crucial legal principles affecting subcontractors, focusing on the prevention principle and other common law doctrin…
Building the Future: Six Game-Changing Techniques You Need to Know About
In episode 94 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin dives into six game-changing construction methods— 3D volumetric modular, mass-timber frames, robotic rebar & 3D-printed concr…
Protecting Your Bottom Line: How to Identify and Challenge Unfair Contract Clauses
In episode 93 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin addresses the critical issue of unfair contract terms in the construction industry. He provides practical advice and cautionar…
Don’t Get Stuck in Approval Limbo: Surviving the Building Safety Act
In episode 92 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin discusses the practical implications of the Building Safety Act for subcontractors involved in high-rise building projects in …
Adjudication Horrors
In episode 91 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin heads long into the critical topic of adjudication in the UK construction industry. Adjudication, introduced in the late 1990s…
Cybersecurity in Construction: Why Every Subcontractor Needs to Take Action Now
In episode 90 of The Subcontractors Blueprint podcast, host Jacob Austin addresses the critical issue of supply chain cybersecurity in the construction industry. Jacob highlights the alarming rise i…