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The Subcontractors Blueprint — 158 episodes

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They Vet You. Who Actually Vets THEM?

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Disputes Mini-Series: The Smartest Battle Is the One You Don't Fight- A Subcontractor's Guide to Walking Away

3

Disputes Mini-Series: Adjudication Isn't Always the Answer

4

Disputes Mini Series: You Win on Records, Not on Being Right

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Disputes Mini Series: You won the Adjudication. Enforcement Gets You Paid

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Disputes Mini-series: Wrong Isn't A Defence

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Disputes Mini Series: One Missed Notice Hands You The Full Sum

8

Disputes Mini Series: Whoever Moves First Has Already Won- As Long As They're Prepared

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Disputes Mini Series: The Mistake That Hands the Other Side Your Whole Hand

10

Disputes Mini-Series: Four Routes to Dispute Resolution

11

Your Valuation Got Slashed - Here's How to Fight it Without Starting a War

12

The Art and Science of Notices: How to Serve a Notice Without Starting a War

13

Termination Hiding Inside a Variation

14

Can Force Majeure Really Protect Subcontractors from Material Price Surges?

15

Why Being Right Doesn't Get You Paid

16

Main Contractors Are Banking on Your Silence for Their Cashflow

17

The Hidden Dangers Buried in Your Subcontract

18

Five Ways Contractors Hide Illegal Payment Clauses

19

Case Law Coffee Break

20

Adjudication, Records, and the £180,000.00 Lesson.

21

From Financial Caps to Court Cases: What Every Subcontractor Needs to Know About Letters of Intent

22

The Retention Ban: Is It Good? Or Is It A Case Of Be Careful What You Wish For?

23

Unlocking the Secrets of Successful Negotiation: A Guide for Subcontractors to Secure Better Contracts

24

Building Hope: The Band of Builders Story

25

JCT Mini-Series: Dangerous Amendments - Ten Common Amendments That Threaten Your Profitability

26

JCT Mini Series: Final Account Do’s and Don’ts for Subcontractors

27

JCT Mini Series: Design Dilemmas- How Small Details Can Lead to Big Trouble

28

JCT Mini-Series: Managing Change and Variations. Handling Instructions & Valuing Change Correctly

29

JCT Mini Series- Stop Funding Jobs for Free: Mastering Loss and Expense Claims

30

JCT Mini Series: Don’t Let Delays Derail Your Profits: Mastering Extensions of Time (EOT) and Claims

31

JCT Mini-Series: Managing Your Payment Process Effectively as a Subcontractor

32

JCT Mini-Series: Design Risk Management: Ensuring Your Contracts Work for You, Not Against You

33

JCT Subcontracts: The Only Thing More Confusing Than Building Regulations?

34

Understanding NEC4: Key Insights on Title of Materials, Insurance, and Termination Procedures for Subcontractors

35

Protect Your Profits: Effective Management of Compensation Events Under NEC Contracts

36

A Comprehensive Guide to Managing Payments and Protecting Cash Flow Under NEC Subcontract Agreements

37

Float Your Way to Success: Mastering TRAs and Scheduling in NEC Contracts

38

NEC4 Programme Pitfalls: Understand the Requirements & Ensure Your Program is Accepted

39

NEC4: Subcontractor Obligations And Quality Management In Depth Under the NEC4 ECS

40

Understanding NEC4: A Comprehensive Breakdown of the Engineering and Construction Subcontract "ECS"

41

Are You Fully Aware of Your Rights Under the Construction Act?

42

The Subcontractor's Essential Guide To The Golden Thread

43

How Can a Quantity Surveyor Transform Your Subcontracting Business Beyond Pricing?

44

The Cash Flow Playbook: Strategies for Subcontractors to Thrive in a Volatile Market

45

Say Goodbye to Late Payments: The Game-Changing Procurement Act 2023

46

Key Risks and Strategies with the JCT 2024 Target Cost Subcontract

47

Unlocking Profit: Mastering the JCT Target Cost Subcontract

48

Case Law Coffee Break - Autumn 2025: Insights from Recent Landmark Cases in UK Construction Law

49

Building Your Future: How to Leverage Government Housing Targets as a Subcontractor

50

Did YOU See The Fine-print?: How Float and Delay Clauses Can Impact Your Bottom Line

51

JCT 24 Subcontracts: 10 Key Contractor Amendments That Could Hurt YOUR Bottom Line

52

Growth Mini Series - 7 Common Pitfalls to Avoid When Taking on Bigger Projects

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Growth Mini Series - Ten Practical Considerations for Levelling Up Your Business

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Growth Mini Series: Getting the Contract Right

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Growth Mini Series: Six Key Signs You're Ready to Take On Bigger Projects as a Subcontractor

56

Dealing with Defects

57

The Ripple Effect of Quality: How Your Work Impacts Reputation and Repeat Business

58

Protect Your Profits: The Ultimate Guide to Subcontractor Insurance

59

NEC4 Change Process: Don’t Let Time Bars Trip You Up

60

Essential NEC4 Program Management Tips for Subcontractors

61

How Can Subcontractors Master the Final Account Process for Maximum Profitability?

62

Don’t Let Your Budget Go to Waste: How to Avoid Cost Overruns and Keep Your Sanity!

63

Building Bridges not Barriers

64

Navigating the Legal Minefield: Essential Insights for Subcontractors

65

Building the Future: Six Game-Changing Techniques You Need to Know About

66

Protecting Your Bottom Line: How to Identify and Challenge Unfair Contract Clauses

67

Don’t Get Stuck in Approval Limbo: Surviving the Building Safety Act

68

Adjudication Horrors

69

Cybersecurity in Construction: Why Every Subcontractor Needs to Take Action Now

70

Case Law Coffee Break - Spring 2025

71

The Best Practices for Mastering Contract Management in Construction

72

Don’t Let Retention Payments Drive You Up the Wall—Here’s How to Tackle Them!

73

Are YOU Ready for JCT 24 Contracts?

74

How the Building Safety Act is Reshaping the Construction Landscape for Subcontractors.

75

Conflict Avoidance Process

76

The BIM Protocol Demystified: What Every Subcontractor Needs to Know

77

Unlocking Profitability with Technology - The Best New Tech for Subcontractors

78

From Skyscrapers to Side Jobs: Finding Your Niche in Construction

79

A Deep Dive Into Value Engineering

80

How Can Subcontractors Win Work in a Competitive Bidding Landscape?

81

From Compliance to Competitive Edge: Mastering Sustainability in Subcontracting

82

How Can Effective Communication Transform Your Construction Projects?

83

Contra Charges Uncovered: What Every Subcontractor Needs to Know!

84

The Principles of Extensions of Time for Subcontractors

85

Subcontractor Payment Rules under JCT Standard Subcontracts. Do you know the score?

86

Contract Amendments Uncovered: Avoiding the Pitfalls That Could Cost You

87

Unlocking the Secrets of the JCT Standard Building Subcontract

88

How Can Subcontractors Thrive Amid Economic Uncertainty?

89

Are You Leaving Money on the Table with Retentions in Construction?

90

Best Practices for Embracing BIM in the Construction Industry

91

Sub-Subcontracting - A Subcontractor's Guide To Sub-letting Your Work

92

Protecting Your Profits: The Essential Guide to Bonds in Construction Contracts

93

Contract Law Basics for Subcontractors

94

Global Claims Uncovered: What Every Subcontractor Needs to Know

95

How Can Mediation Transform Dispute Resolution for Subcontractors in Construction?

96

A Practical Guide to Navigating Completion in Subcontracting

97

Don’t Let Day Works Drive You Crazy: How to Charge Right!

98

The Subcontractor’s Guide to Taming the Wild Beasts of Risk and Uncertainty

99

Are You Prepared for the Financial Impact of Liquidated Damages in Your Contracts?

100

The Blueprint for Successful Pre-Construction Planning for Subcontractors

101

Navigating the Complex World of Subcontractor Final Accounts

102

Contract Amendments and Changes - A Hidden Minefield?

103

Are You Leaving Money on the Table by Not Clarifying Your Subcontract Prices?

104

Are You Forecasting Your Costs Effectively to Avoid Financial Pitfalls?

105

Don’t Let Paperwork Sink Your Project: Mastering Handover Requirements

106

How Can Subcontractors Successfully Manage Tight Construction Deadlines Without Sacrificing Quality?

107

The 10 Most Common Causes of Disputes for Subcontractors And How to Avoid Them

108

Insider Tips: Adapting to Changes in Construction Projects

109

Cash Flow SOS: Saving Subcontractors from Financial Turbulence

110

Is the Future of Main Contracting Putting Subcontractors at Risk?

111

Unlock the Secrets to Timely Payments in Construction!

112

How Can Subcontractors Ensure Compliance with NEC Obligations?

113

Navigating NEC Projects: A Comedy of Mindset Errors

114

What Should Subcontractors Watch Out for in Collateral Warranties?

115

Deciphering Contractual Jargon in Subcontracts - Obligations

116

Avoiding Site Instruction Destruction: Your Guide to Avoiding the Pitfalls of the Humble Site Instruction

117

Unlocking Critical Path Analysis for Subcontractors: A Practical and Insightful Discussion

118

How Can Subcontractors Effectively Manage Changes Under NEC4 Suite of Contracts?

119

How Can Subcontractors Prove Extensions of Time in Construction Projects?

120

The Ultimate Guide to Mastering Subcontractor Final Account Procedures

121

Getting it RIGHT Before SITE: 7 Must-Do Checks Before Signing Your Subcontract

122

Project Reporting: Essential Records for Subcontractors

123

Decoding the Demands: A Comprehensive Look at Subcontractor Requirements in Construction

124

Mastering Dispute Avoidance: Expert Advice for Subcontractors in Construction Projects

125

When Disruption Hits: A Subcontractor's Survival Guide

126

The Top Ten Most Common Issues Caused by Unclear Contracts in Construction

127

Mastering Remeasurement: Empowering Subcontractors to Secure Fair Payment

128

How Can Subcontractors Ensure Quality and Profitability in Construction Projects?

129

Five Steps to Change Success: The Most Effective Model for Subcontractors to Establish Entitlement to Changes

130

Building a Strong Foundation: Prioritising Mental Health in Construction

131

Show Me the Money: Cash Flow Survival Guide for Subcontractors in Construction

132

The Most Essential Guide to Provisional Sums for Subcontractors

133

Navigating Unquantifiable Risks in Construction: Insights and Strategies for Subcontractors

134

Understanding and Managing Latent and Patent Defects in Construction: Implications for Subcontractors

135

Unraveling the Complexities of Design Liability: Insights from a Construction Industry Expert

136

Are Actual Cost Contracts Hindering Efficiency in Construction Projects?

137

What is the JCT Subcontract?

138

Risk management in construction: From uncertainty to opportunity

139

#20 Completion or Not Completion?

140

#19 Value Engineering

141

Valuing Changes

142

Retrofitting

143

Payment Notices and the Construction Act

144

The Tender Process Demystified: How to Secure Lucrative Subcontracts

145

Unraveling the Complexity of Relevant Events and Relevant Matters

146

Dealing with Delays as a Subcontractor

147

Maximizing Profitability through Acceleration

148

The Impact of Insolvency on the Supply Chain

149

The Pros and Cons of Retentions in the Construction Industry

150

The Unpredictability of Weather

151

From Stress to Success: Cost Reporting Strategies

152

Mastering the NEC4 Contract: Key Tips and Strategies

153

Profitability and Cash Flow: How Contra Charges Impact Subcontractors

154

Late Payment and Non-Payment: A Norm in the Construction Industry

155

Maximizing Profitability: Strategies for Handling Extensions of Time

156

Navigating the Challenges of Changes in Construction

157

The Holy Trinity of Contracts

158

Introduction to The Subcontractors Blueprint