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Jimmy Talks Construction

James Starbuck
Construction Industry
Civil Construction
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Construction
Australia
Melbourne
Civil Engineering
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Las Vegas
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Brisbane
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Jimmy Talks Construction is an Australian construction podcast focused on real conversations with builders, contractors, tradies, and business owners across the construction industry.

Each episode dives into construction business growth, civil construction, earthmoving, excavation, leadership on site, hiring subcontractors, scaling trade businesses, and the real challenges of running a constructio... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes70Foundeda year ago
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Latest Episodes

Craig from EDI Tree Services joins James on Jimmy Talks Construction to talk about building a tree business from the ground up, surviving cancer as a teenager, leaving school early and eventually finding a career he genuinely loves.

What started wit... more

Dylan from Welsh Industries joins Jimmy to talk about building an earthmoving and civil construction business from the ground up.

From selling firewood while still at school and buying his first machine, to taking on the small jobs bigger contractor... more

Matt Garland has seen the construction industry from both sides of the fence.

In this episode of Jimmy Talks Construction, Jimmy sits down with Matt Garland from Nawkaw Australia to talk about his journey through construction, from studying construc... more

Damien and Tara from DA Bricklaying join Jimmy Talks Construction to talk about taking bricklaying from the jobsite to the world stage.

Damien has represented Australia in major bricklaying competitions in Las Vegas, laying an incredible 737 bricks ... more

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Recent Guests

Dylan Welsh
Founder of Welsh Industries, earthmoving entrepreneur
Welsh Industries
Episode: “You Have to Say Yes” — Building an Earthmoving Business From Scratch | Welsh Industries
Matt Garland
Representative of Nawkaw Australia
Nawkaw Australia
Episode: Construction Wants Innovation for Free | Matt Garland, Nawkaw Australia
Angus Walker
CEO of ANA Asphalt
ANA Asphalt
Episode: From $120 in the Bank to 100+ Employees | Angus Walker, ANA Asphalt
Samantha Bennett
General Manager, Blue Dog Cranes
Blue Dog Cranes
Episode: From 3 Cranes to 12: How Blue Dog Cranes Built a Business Differently | Samantha
Charley Li
Founder of Plot Joinery (architectural joinery specialist)
Plot Joinery
Episode: How Plot Joinery Compressed 20 Years of Growth Into 6 | Charley Li
Matt Ryan
Owner/Founder of Ryan Developments, specializes in knockdown rebuilds and custom homes around Melbourne
Ryan Developments
Episode: Why Builders Go Broke: $3.5M Turnover, Almost No Profit | Matt Ryan
Michelle Cirson
Founder of Subcontractor Legal
Subcontractor Legal
Episode: The Construction Payment System Is Broken | Michelle Cirson
Max Eagles
Founder/owner of X1 Plumbing
X1 Plumbing
Episode: He Shut Down His Business. Then Started Again | Max Eagles
Andrew Deveson
Director and co-founder of Kapitol Group
Kapitol Group
Episode: Kapitol Group Founder Andrew Deveson: From $0 to $1.5B Builder in 8 Years

Host

Jimmy
Host of Jimmy Talks Construction

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 178 ratings
  • Good Bloke Jimmy from Common Sense Land 🤩

    Learning so much about diggers and it’s all sooo good

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shellamallu
    Australia2 months ago
  • President

    I really enjoy the podcast, as a contractor it’s refreshing to hear stories from other contractors who have had struggles and successes. And how they’ve pivoted and learned from their experience.

    Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Two day Ted
    Canada4 months ago
  • Legend among legends

    This podcast is hands down one of the best listens out there. The talking topics are always engaging, relevant, and packed with real value, especially when it comes to earthmoving and industry-related discussions. What really stands out is how well it’s structured, it runs professionally and smoothly, exactly how a solid business should operate.

    The mix of industry knowledge and personal life experiences keeps every episode interesting and relatable. It never feels repetitive or forced , just g... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Active listener 4701
    Australia4 months ago
  • The Joe Rogan of dirt

    This podcast is absolutely fantastic! For those involved in the industry, it’s great to know everyone is in the same boat! And hear the mindsets of some dead set legends!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liddell Claying
    Australia5 months ago
  • Brilliant

    Great yarns. Keep them coming

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TMO INC.
    Australia5 months ago

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High-quality guest diversity with strong industry relevance.
Listeners appreciate blunt, real-world stories and actionable lessons.
Feels like a practical field guide for builders and trades businesses.

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Apple Podcasts
#129
Australia/Business

Talking Points

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“You Have to Say Yes” — Building an Earthmoving Business From Scratch | Welsh Industries
Q: How do you approach quotes vs. proposals, and what changed in your process?
We shifted from quick, hourly quotes to detailed proposals with photos, scope clarifications, and terms, which has improved our success rate and set clearer expectations for clients.
“You Have to Say Yes” — Building an Earthmoving Business From Scratch | Welsh Industries
Q: What led you to start tendering your own work, and how has that changed your business?
Tendering gave us a bigger view of projects and allowed us to plan more efficiently, but it also introduced challenges like pricing, engineering delays, and the need for better documentation and evidence.
“You Have to Say Yes” — Building an Earthmoving Business From Scratch | Welsh Industries
Q: Tell us about where you came from and how you got into the business.
I grew up around earthmoving machinery, started with simple jobs for family and friends, and gradually moved into small civil and driveway projects before formalizing Welsh Industries and taking on larger tendered work.
From $600 to 18 Machines: Rhys Cooper’s Story | Cooper Civil
Q: For the people who don't know you, tell us what you do up there. Tell us a little bit about your history and your story and stuff like that.
Rhys discusses his background starting in New Zealand's forestry, moving to Australia, and growing Cooper Civil into a GPS-focused excavation business with a culture of mentorship and hands-on expertise. He highlights how he built value through late-model gear and skilled operators, and how projects, staff, and reputation shape growth more than quick profits.
Kapitol Group Founder Andrew Deveson: From $0 to $1.5B Builder in 8 Years
Q: You've driven Kapitol from a startup to a large-scale builder. What key changes in strategy helped you scale so quickly?
The core shifts were a relentless focus on productivity metrics, disciplined cost control during inflation, and building a governance habit around spend and design quality. We moved from ad hoc project management to digital engineering, created strict PO controls, and fostered a culture of continuous improvement with training and data-driven decision making.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jimmy Talks Construction

What is Jimmy Talks Construction about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on real-world construction business storytelling from builders, contractors, and trades leaders across Australia. Episodes zero in on growth strategies, cash flow discipline, pricing and tendering, and the shift from hands-on trades to scalable, systems-driven operations. Guests range from founders and operators to developers and technologists, offering blunt lessons on margins, project delivery, recruitment, and culture. A recurring thread is practical, no-nonsense advice for running mid-sized to large construction businesses in a cyclical market, with notable emphasis on onboarding and managing subcontractors, adopting digital tools, and maintaining cash flow amid inflation and payment delays. The format often blends hard... more

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Recent guests on Jimmy Talks Construction include:

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2. Matt Garland
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4. Samantha Bennett
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6. Matt Ryan
7. Michelle Cirson
8. Max Eagles

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