
Own the Build is the podcast for Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Directors who want to sharpen their commercial edge and lead with confidence.
Hosted by Paul Heming, former Commercial leader and now co-founder of C-Link, each week’s conversation dives into the realities of modern commercial management — from procurement and contracts to digital transformation and leadership in construction.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 255 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationCoursesBusinessManagement | |||

In our final episode of 2025, we wrap up the year with a Christmas Question Time special — and as ever, Paul is joined by C-Link co-founder and former QS, Chris Barber, for an honest and entertaining look at the issues commercial teams are grappling ... more
In this episode of Own the Build, Paul is joined by Trevor Wilkins, Managing Director of PAH Building & Construction — a contractor working deep inside one of the UK’s most complex and least-understood built environments: the defence estate.
Trevor ... more
In Episode 246, Paul is joined by Mike Rigby, Managing Director of MRA Research and architect of the Builders Merchant Building Index (BMBI). With 35+ years in the industry and a mission to bring clarity to construction data, Mike pulls back the curt... more
In Episode 245 of Own the Build, Paul is joined by Faye Allen, a Chartered Quantity Surveyor, Quantum Expert Witness, and Fellow of the RICS, with over 30 years’ experience in construction. Faye is the author of Building Women
— a powerful new book ... more
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Own The Build is a fantastic insight into the construction industry, welcoming a range of guests from varied backgrounds. Super insightful and my go-to podcast choice!
For those with a strategic and/or commercial interest in the construction materials vertical, a ‘must’ listen
Paul Heming does a great job of sourcing knowledgeable guests on relevant topics and asking the questions that I’m asking in my head as I listen. The audio is good too.
A fantastic podcast especially valuable for someone like me, new to the management and commercial side of the construction industry.
A great Podcast series showing how people can actually bring about change and ‘own’ the future. Inspiring!
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Content primarily revolves around key themes in the construction industry, focusing particularly on quantity surveying, commercial management, and procurement strategies. Episodes often feature discussions about challenges such as workforce retention, gender equality, and the implications of recent legislation on the industry, alongside insights into emerging trends like modular construction, effective leadership, and the importance of trustworthy relationships in construction teams. This podcast is likely distinct due to its blend of practical advice and expert opinions, catering specifically to professionals navigating the complexities of the modern construction landscape. Through engaging conversations, it offers listeners a chance to ga... more
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Recent guests on Own The Build include:
1. Trevor Wilkins
2. Mike Rigby
3. Faye Allen
4. George Lujans
5. Katie Taylor
6. Rob Munns
7. James Filus
8. Andrea White
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