Pegasus Radio

It is undeniable that we have a worsening skills shortage in the industry; we have an aging demographic that will see a quarter of the industry retire in the next decade. What does this mean for the industry and for you? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pegasusradio/message

In this episode, I discuss my thoughts on flexible working. For sure still, an emotive subject that remains a hotly debated issue! I give my views on how there are pros and cons to flexible working, how we are mixing up terminology and how it may affect your career. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pegasusradio/message

In this episode, I discuss the main key points to consider when moving to the USA including the visa process. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pegasusradio/message

In this episode, I discuss the topic of moving jobs in 2023 and if its safe to do so with the current economy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pegasusradio/message

In this episode, Matthew Easton joins me to discuss 'are you in danger of burnout?' Does the skills shortage mean everyone is working so much harder that they are in danger of work related exhaustion? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pegasusradio/message

In this episode, I discuss the possibilities of a two tier salary band in 2023. and what you can do to avoid this. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pegasusradio/message

Have you looked at your employer's client base? Are they well funded? Do they have a secure future workload? How strong a relationship does your employer have with your key clients? With a degree of uncertainty ahead, this episode discusses some key questions you need to be asking. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pegasusradio/message

Today myself and Helen Chilvers discuss an important topic. Mental health in the construction industry. Some of the statistics are shocking and we are talking about some of the problems both the industry and employers/employees are facing. Whilst awareness is greater than it's ever been, there is still a lot to be done. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode I look at question on everyones' mind; are we heading for a recession? I give you my thoughts on this and some practical advise of what you can do about it. You may also find this previous episode a useful listen; How to make yourself recession proof. https://www.pegasussearch.com/htmyrp --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

Once again I am joined by Matthew Easton, in this episode, we discuss toxic workplaces, are you in one? What do we call a toxic workplace and what you should do if you are in one. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

OK, not the most enthralling of subjects, but something I feel is worth you thinking about. Have a listen and hear my thoughts! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode I talk about the Key questions you should be asking your employer or any respective employers in 2022. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In the latest meet the boss episode I was delighted to be joined by Ian Simmonds; Managing Director of Infraco Consulting; a niche utility consultancy currently working on some of the largest projects and programmes in the UK. In this wide-ranging discussion, we talk about; The value of being niche and the dangers of chasing the wider market Supporting mental health Running a remote team The future challenges for the industry This is a great listen; one I think you'll all enjoy. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

Here is the next in the mini-series about key advice and questions dependent on the size of the business you are employed by; this one being businesses with a headcount of 2000+. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

Here is the next in the mini-series about key advice and questions dependent on the size of the business you are employed by; this one being businesses with a headcount of 1000 - 2000. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode, I discuss a question that I often get asked about both whether and how easy it is to change profession. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

Here is the next in the mini-series about key advice and questions dependent on the size of the business you are employed by; this one being businesses with a headcount of 200 - 1000. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode, I give my advice on how to make yourself recession-proof. Having been recruiting in my field for 23 years, I've lived through a few recessions/dips in the market; 2001, 2008/9, 2016 and most recently 2020. I've witnessed first hand those who were made redundant, those who kept their jobs, and also critically of those who were made redundant, which ones were snapped back up the quickest. So whilst of course not foolproof, I give you my top tips on how to make yourself as recession proof as possible; both in terms of keeping your job, but if you do get made redundant, how to quickly bounce back. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

Here is the next in the mini-series about key advice and questions dependent on the size of the business you are employed by; this one being businesses with a headcount of 100 - 200. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

Here is the next in the mini-series about key advice and questions dependent on the size of the business you are employed by; this one being businesses with a headcount of 20-100. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode, as has become a tradition, I give my predictions for the construction consultancy sector for the year ahead. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

This is the first in a mini-series with specific advice and questions to consider for people in different sized consultancy businesses. The first is for those in small consultancies - sub 20 staff. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

As the end of the year is rapidly approaching; the festive break is a great time for reflection about your career. In this short episode, I give you five key questions you should be asking yourself about your current employer and dependent on the answers, whether you should consider moving jobs in the New Year. Should this episode create any questions, please do reach out to me; paul@pegasussearch.com - happy to give advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

I am delighted to be joined once again my Matthew Easton, Leadership coach. In this episode, we both give our views of how you can accelerate your career. Having both spent many years speaking to and advising construction professionals about their careers, we are hopefully both very well placed to give advice on this subject! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode, I am joined by Greg Brownlee of Blake Newport, a specialist commercial management and dispute resolution consultancy. We have an extensive chat, covering; Growth plans for the business How the pandemic effected disputes How Dispute work is changing The future of the industry. For anyone interested in the dispute market, this is a must listen. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode I hope to give some of you a wake up call! The leading consultancies in construction and hugely investing in technology to make their people more efficient and able to give more value to clients. Listen to this episode and decide which business you want to be in going forward. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

Myth Busters is a new mini-series from Pegasus Radio and in it we highlight the myths about jobs and the industry. In this episode, we discuss two common issues employers tell their staff they have challenges with and we dispel the myths around these; 1. Difficulty Recruiting 2. Sticking to Salary Bands --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode I speak about the question What if? In it I give two examples of people who are both having a what if moment right now. I discuss really how much of a downside there is to moving (spoiler - there isn't!). This is a must listen episode. You can find the other episodes that I mention in this episode here; https://www.pegasussearch.com/pr/31 https://www.pegasussearch.com/pr/48 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode, I talk with our own Helen Chilvers - North West consultant. As well as discussing the North West construction consultancy market, we also discuss; Working from home How Helen got her start in the recruitment industry Building Relationships Salary levels in the North West --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this short career's advice episode, I address what skill sets a Manager should utilise to keep on top over the next ten years. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode, I look at the difference between project management and programme management and what the considerations are from switching from project to programme management. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode, I discuss the hotly talked about subject of the great resignation - many commentators think we will be a number of people quit their jobs in the coming months - I give my thoughts on this. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode, I talk through some of the research I have been doing in what most consultancies; large and small, offer in terms of maternity and paternity; spoiler; it varies! Take a listen ahead of me releasing the full guide soon. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In the Episode of MTB, I am joined by David Nash of Laminar Projects, in this episode we discuss; How they have grown rapidly - to over 50 in 3 years and their future growth plans - which are quite impressive! How they have found growth easy simply by doing a good job! How their consultancy business funds their software development business What makes a good planner How they have successfully recruited in a tight market What the industry isn't getting right about adopting digital The danger of looking at the blingy things such as AR rather doing the simple things well. Tackling the fractured supply chain How the construction software market will develop in an increasingly competitive market David's view on what will change in the industry in 10 years The low cost to entry for tech nowadays The need to adopt and invest in digital skills - both as a company and individual The need for agility and the challenge of having employees who don't want to embrace the change. The need to transform a culture of a business to make it work - from the very top. David's view of the future of the Quantity Surveyor - the need to make better use of data to make them much more efficient. How many QSs could start by just becoming an expert on excel. How age is not the barrier to learning digital skills - it's not the preserve of the young. David's approach to life and management Why David doesn't like the word Boss and what makes a good leader. The value of stoic philosophy to life and business This a must listen! Regular consumers of my content will be aware of my view that the landscape is changing and individuals must embrace the digital changes coming - this will absolutely re-enforce this for you! David's Linkedin linkedin.com/in/davidnashuk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode, I am joined once again by Matthew Easton and in this episode, we talk about how to manage people well. About the need to be genuine Why the best bosses genuinely listen Why bosses shouldn't manage how they were once managed What got a business to one stage in their growth may not now serve that next stage of growth Should a boss be a friend? One to one conversations are a huge benefit Being clear about your expectations as a boss/leader Can emotional intelligence be learned? Giving people the room to learn on their own --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

I see so many people joining poor employers, or certainly joining employers without understanding the reality of who they are joining. In this episode I run through a list of questions you should be asking a prospective employer to ensure you are not making a mistake. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

I have spent over 20 years advising people about handing in their notice and dealing with clauses (mainly restrictive covenants) in their employment contract; so I thought I would give you my thoughts on the reality of most of them! *****Disclaimer; I am not a legal or HR professional; if in doubt seek professional advice***** --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode I discuss where I think salaries are now and where they are heading in 2021 and beyond. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode, I discus the subject of flexible working and my thoughts on it's future. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode, I am delighted to be joined by Gary Fisher of Mode Consult; a small but growing consultancy offering QS and PM services based out of Bristol. In this episode; After working for many of the biggest names in the industry, why Gary chose to set up on his own. The Mode Family - how Gary works with a group of other small businesses to support each other to win work. Why Gary feels it is important for the senior management who win the work to be the ones who deliver the work The danger of silos in larger businesses The time efficiencies that teams/zoom is bringing The Mode Academy - how Gary is trying to develop young talent in the industry How to keep people developing in your business Gary's views on trying to be multi-skilled across more than one discipline How technology is changing the industry The WFH discussion The changing skillset needed in the industry and how the younger generation can help steer that The challenges of growth The power of social media in building a brand Gary would recommend reading Alex Ferguson's book on management --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode I look at what to do if you feel your employer has stopped growing; both in the terms of headcount but also capability. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this short episode, I discuss an age old problem man people have where they enjoy working for their employer but have an issue with their direct line manager - I give advice on how to tackle this. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode I discuss t he subject of hard work; a subject I am conflicted on to be honest! Take a listen to hear my views on this. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode I discuss how the compound effect can influence your career; both positively and negatively; this is a really valuable short episode to listen to to help you in your career. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode I am joined by Stephanie Marshall of Turner & Townsend. in this great discussion, we talk about; How work hasnt let up for T&T in the North East! The lack of investment in the North East but how that is changing; why the North East is a great place to invest and live How the Universities are helping driving the North East's growth T&T’s North East heritage Possible migration of people to places like the North East whilst working with clients throughout the UK and globally Being a female leader - why is Steph and others are still a minority but also why Steph feels the industry gets a bad press; certainly in T&T, Steph doesn’t feel like the odd one out. Why it’s about pushing the best people regardless of gender or background Why we should all be cheering the construction industry - Steph doesn’t feel she has faced much prejudice in the industry The power of apprentices Why time will hugely improve diversity and inclusion because times are changing The future of agile working Steph’s views on what young people need to do to advance their career quickly The power of great mentors Giving people responsibility early in their career Pushing yourself to say yes and take yourself out of your comfort zone Why a business needs a strategy about talent The future of the QS profession and how tech will play its part How the experience of a grad/trainee in T&T is very different to when Steph started in terms of the tools available to them Removing unproductive stuff to enable the QS to provide proper value to clients The power of shared data How young people will be attracted to tech enabled consultancies Why the industry must adapt to make modular and net zero a reality The challenges of bringing tech to the entire supply chain Power of growth driven mindset The value of learning from leaders in other industries This is a must listen episode for those who want to get a feel for where the industry is heading and for those who want to advance their career. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode I discuss one of the best tools to decide whether you are advancing at the right pace; teh two year test! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

For anyone who follows my content, you will know I am huge advocate of becoming MRICS as soon as possible. That honestly hasn’t changed, however it is fair to say the RICS is currently having a crisis, so I thought I would give my views on this. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this epsiode I am delighted to be joined again by Matthew Easton; leadership coach to the construction industry. In this chat, we discuss; Danger of promoting to associate based on time served The challenges Associates face How to work out who is Associate material The need to support with training on people management The importance of senior management supporting middle managers Why the Associate role is probably the hardest role in consultancies The danger of keeping Associates at 100% utilised fee earning - they have no time to be a decent manager Businesses willingness to let people make mistakes to learn The need to listen to feedback within a business Why exit interviews are too late to correct issues Why Good companies end up with bad managers The need to tell your boss if you are unhappy Why businesses need to be better at communicating to their people The danger of burning bridges when people leave a business --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode I discuss making a move internationally in 2021 and whether it is even possible given the current global Covid-19 restrictions. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode I chat with David Shaw of Torridon - a small but growing consultancy based in Edinburgh. David is also the Chairman of the RICS Matrics. In this episode we discuss; Why focusing on commercial and resi fit out / refurb is working in their favour by staying niche Plus the need to re-use existing building stock Why David chose to go and work for himself Why it’s not all about growth Plans to expand to 5-6 locations in the UK Focus on investing in tech and how they intend to change the service Future of the QS profession Impact of covid on changing the industry Why BIM hasn’t advanced as quickly as it should Change in Mindset about sustainability What is Matrics and how to get involved The importance of becoming MRICS --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message

In this episode i speak about Hours Worked and about the course and effect in a consultancy agency and how its been effected with covid-19, thoughts have been estimated within the industry are that there will be a 14% growth. I discuss the standards of hours being worked currently and the hours that are being worked in the industry such as estimated hours that some major company's are saying should be worked. The industry is bouncing back with more work however some are not focusing on spacing out these hours as there is more opportunity's popping up. Are you being forced to work more hours? or can it be contained within your time constraints. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pegasusradio/message