Delve into the pressing issues affecting project outcomes and costs. In this episode, CEO of Consult Australia, Jonathan Cartledge, sheds light on the construction industry’s challenges and opportunities. With a focus on creating a collaborative supply chain and positioning Australia as a global centre of excellence, Cartledge advocates for a holistic approach that encompasses various aspects such as culture, diversity, and digitalization. How can collaboration and innovation drive progress and overcome obstacles like risk allocation?
Nailing It: Key Takeaways from the Podcast
- The industry faces challenges related to skills and capability, culture, productivity improvement, and procurement practices. Issues originating from early project stages can impact project outcomes and costs.
- Association offers training and development opportunities to support the growth of future leaders in the consulting and engineering sectors.
- Collaboration and coming together as an industry are critical to addressing the challenges and finding solutions that will shape the construction industry’s future.
- The industry must solve pressing issues such as risk allocation and embrace innovation and newer working methods to drive progress.
- The goal is to create a collaborative supply chain that delivers projects on time and budget, positioning Australia as a center of excellence for the construction industry.
- A systemic approach is necessary, addressing various aspects like culture, diversity, procurement, contracting, and digitalisation to achieve the desired outcomes.
- Micro-credentialing and enabling teams to work across different sectors helps to maximise the transferability and mobility of skills within the national market.