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I was delighted to be asked to contribute to Place North West’s recent 2025 expectations piece. As the Leader of the North West’s MMC Specialist Mansell Building Solutions its great to have a voice amongst a cohort of industry experts such as James Whittaker, Dave Saville, David Lynch, Jane Healey Brown – to name a few! A common theme throughout the expectations is that we need to work together, innovatively and seriously look at how MMC methods can help mitigate some of the challenges ahead for everyone. How do we partner on pipeline more effectively? How can we simply get stuff built? What are your thoughts?

Last Thursday I had the opportunity to attend Bisnow's Chicago Construction and Development Conference! It was packed with insights, connections, and forward-thinking discussions. Here are some of the key takeaways: 🔍 Market Trends and Insights: We explored the people, projects, and places shaping Midwest C&D for 2024. Key topics included the most eye-catching asset classes, the critical role of site selection, and the neighborhoods developers are targeting for new projects. 🌆 Chicago's Influence: The evolution of the Chicago market and its impact on the broader real estate landscape was a hot topic. We discussed how other cities can learn from Chicago and vice versa, especially in navigating economic challenges like high interest rates. 💡 Collaboration and Innovation: The sessions highlighted strategies for navigating complex funding and regulatory environments. 🤝 Networking: One of the best parts was networking with a diverse group of industry leaders. The connections made here are invaluable for future projects and collaborations. 🌟 Key Takeaway: The Midwest C&D landscape is ripe with both challenges and opportunities. With the right strategies and partnerships, there's tremendous potential for growth and innovation. #CRE #RealEstateConference #Networking #ChicagoRealEstate #MarketTrends #IndustryInsights

Good morning. Here’s your daily round-up of the latest news and views from EG, all perfectly curated to set you up for the week ahead. As the sun sets on 2024, EG looks back at the year when a new government was voted in, the market began to express some optimism and big deals were done. Delve into EG’s annual review of the year, in which we take a look – month by month – at the biggest stories to hit the headlines, from LondonMetric Property PLC (LMP) and LXi REIT PLC’s January merger, through to a new government, the saviour of WeWork, Home REIT’s failure, the loss of some major talent and personalities from the real estate sector to the slow but gradual return of optimism. Elsewhere, Welput has had its plans to build a 43-storey office block next to one of Britain’s oldest synagogues, refused by the City of London Corporation planning committee. Welput’s plans, which proposed 366,000 sq ft of new commercial space at Bury House were refused 14 to 8 due to the tower’s impact on the Tower of London world heritage site, its bulk and massing and impact on sunlight to surrounding buildings. In Hampshire, Southampton City Council and Southampton Football Club are looking to score with the signing of a memorandum of understanding outlining plans to explore the redevelopment of the St Mary’s Waterfront area. The partnership aims to create a premier sports, leisure, and entertainment offer along the South Coast, benefiting residents, visitors, and the broader community. Phil Parsons, chief executive of Southampton FC said: “For the club to thrive and survive in the Premier League, we must increase our revenue streams and developing the St Mary’s Waterfront area is central to achieving that. In turn, a successful football club at the highest level brings enormous benefits to the city, including increased tourism, investment, and civic pride.” Henry Boot has teamed up with Feldberg Capital for a new push into mid-box logistics. The pair's Origin JV is seeded with three Henry Boot logistics developments with a combined GDV of £100m. The jv will target EPC A and BREEAM Excellent developments. David Turner, managing partner at Feldberg Capital, added: “Having held back from the industrial and logistics market while assets looked overpriced, we believe now is a highly attractive entry point." And developers may well be able to sidestep working out how to mitigate any damage they may make to natural habitats ahead of gaining planning permission under new reforms by the government. In its bid to reach its target of delivering 1.5m new homes over the next five years, the Labour government is proposing that developers pay into a new nature restoration fund – likely to be managed by Natural England – which will then take responsibility for securing positive environmental outcomes across developments. All that and so very much more in your EG MORNING NEWS ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eicsZ4pJ

For the past 3 years we have had the privilege of providing Health and Safety support to the GIQ Programme at Callaghan Innovation, a work programme established to address immediate health and safety concerns and to prepare the 10Ha Gracefield Innovation Quarter (GIQ) with foundations for future development to become a world class innovation precinct. Our initial engagement commenced with a review of current procedures and practices followed by the establishment of a Health and Safety Plan and Strategy towards improvement. Since that time, we have been providing ongoing services in relation to contractor management including prequalification of Contractors, development and review of site-specific safety plans and Task Analysis documents, incident investigation on behalf of the client, regular audit and monitoring of projects and reporting to the client on health and safety performance. Plus, general advisory and support. We were lucky to work with a client who drove Health and Safety from the top, a critical success factor. Collectively, we achieved: · With 390,000 contractor hours onsite from over 1500 contractors - no injuries to staff or tenants during the entire programme and very low incident rates overall (great reporting stats though)! ·       Introduction of a Learning Teams Approach to incident investigations – this allowed us to share our knowledge and insights with the subcontracting chain, upskilling them along the way and leading to better visibility and improved outcomes for both the client and the contracting chain; ·       Established an Overlapping Duties forum which allowed us to ensure effective collaboration between contractors, tenants, staff and the organisation (the three C’s ticked); and effective sharing of critical risk information between PCBU’s; ·       Provided clear definition of Due Diligence obligations and what this looked like practically for ELT (we took the guess work out). Overall, our work has resulted in an informed and engaged Executive Leadership team, clear expectations for both upstream and downstream PCBU’s, an engaged and collaborative consortium of Contractors and an embedded safety culture within the delivery team.   These successes reflect the proactive measures that have been in place from the programme conception, and I think we can call this a successful collaboration. If you have an upcoming project or programme of work and need proven construction health and safety expertise or support, please get in touch.    

🌟 Insights from Bisnow Houston's Construction & Development Event 🌟 I had the privilege of attending the recent Houston Construction & Development event, and it was truly transformative for anyone passionate about the industry's future. This event wasn’t just about networking — it was about diving deep into the challenges and innovations shaping our field. Here’s what made it so impactful: 🔑 Key Takeaways: 📈 Trends & Innovations: Exploring cutting-edge technologies being adopted by GCs and developers to enhance operational efficiency. 💡 Market Dynamics: Understanding how high interest rates and economic pressures are reshaping development strategies. 🏗️ Design Evolution: Learning what amenities and designs are captivating investors and builders alike. 🌆 Houston's Growth: Witnessing how Houston’s rising national profile is influencing its construction landscape and what’s next for our city. 🎯 Why Events Like This Matter: Hearing directly from industry leaders—developers, GCs, architects, and public officials—gave me actionable insights into how we can adapt to market demands while staying ahead of the curve. 💼 Shaping the Future Together: As someone who works at the intersection of technology and construction, it’s exciting to see how innovation is driving progress in Houston. This event was a reminder of why our industry thrives when we come together to share knowledge and vision. If you're in the construction and development space, don’t miss out on opportunities like this. They’re not just events; they’re accelerators for success. 💪 #ConstructionInnovation #HoustonDevelopment #LearningFromLeaders #NetworkingMatters #BuildingTheFuture

The city of Jacksonville, Florida, known for its coastal beauty, is intricately connected by a network of bridges. Whether crossing the Matthews Bridge, Acosta Bridge, or the Main Street Bridge, these architectural marvels symbolize the vital links that connect different parts of the city. Bridges not only span physical gaps but also metaphorically represent connections in the business world. In business, the adage "don’t burn bridges" holds significant meaning, emphasizing the importance of nurturing relationships and fostering connections. Every interaction, from a simple handshake to exchanging business cards, lays the groundwork for building bridges in the corporate realm. The initial introductions with neighboring companies not only establish connections but also shape your reputation, reflecting your confidence and professionalism. As you navigate the business landscape, remember that you are the architect of how your company and brand are perceived. The way you present yourself and engage with others forms the foundation for future collaborations and opportunities. Cultivating relationships within the business community can pave the way for substantial growth, transforming your business from a newcomer to a prominent player in the industry. At Executive Suite Professionals, we prioritize the art of building bridges and forging connections. Our focus lies in creating robust networks for our clients, fostering mutual success and growth. By fostering strong connections and nurturing partnerships, businesses can expand their horizons and reach new heights. Building bridges is not just about connecting; it's about thriving together and achieving collective success.

Big thanks to everyone who sent congrats for my “other birthday” last week. Yes, that’s right — Facade Systems Inc just turned 8 years old. To say it’s been a heckuva ride, building this business over the past 8 years … Well, that would be an understatement. But maybe it’s the kind of roller coaster you can all relate to. I know lots of architects who run their own shops, or who are their own one-person-armies. Lots of other folks I know are part of bigger firms, but still have the same spirit. Construction is an industry where lots of people know what it’s like to build something new, tackle something big, and push all their chips into the middle of the table. One thing I’ve learned is … It’s not for everyone. You have to sing for your supper. Sometimes that means there is no supper. But when there is, man does it taste good. I’ve also learned you have to enjoy each win. You have to be kind to yourself, whether or not you feel like you’ve earned ‘employee of the month’. Because, at the end of the day, the entire business is YOU. So you have to keep at it. No good will come from being only half-invested in the business that you’re building. And you’ve got to have people who support you. For me that’s my wife and family. (It’s also the great network of great people that I’ve got, like all the fine folks who reached out. This is a great industry for making friends, and man do I love it for that.) If I could go back in time and tell myself anything, it would be this: Start earlier than you think you should. If you think you’re not ready yet, that’s it — that’s the moment to start. And then stay at it.

The results of the demonstrations will be used to produce a guide for other transit agencies with best practices in planning and deploying advanced digital construction management solutions. https://ow.ly/IRhY50TVmjI

𝗠𝗘𝗟𝗕𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗘 #𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗹 #𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 🫵 𝗪𝗲’𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗬𝗼𝘂! 🫵 Do you have a property development project ready to show off? We’ve got a golden opportunity! Due to some projects taking longer to complete than expected, we’ve got a few spots open for Real Deal presentations at our upcoming Melbourne Meetup. 🚨 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗯 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀! 🚨 If you’ve recently finished a development project or are about to wrap one up and are excited to share your journey, we want to hear from YOU! 💡 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁? 💡 - It’s an amazing way to highlight your success 🎯 and demonstrate how you tackled those inevitable challenges 😬. - Many of our past presenters have walked away with new partners, fresh funding, and valuable connections. 💯 🚩 Don’t miss this perfect opportunity to build your reputation and give back to the PDN community. ➡️ 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝘁: https://lnkd.in/gnwY5ieU We can't wait to hear about your project and see you shine at the next event! 🙏 #Melbourne #RealDeal #PropertyDeveloperNetwork #propertydevelopment #property #robflux #propertyeducation