In this episode of Taking the Con Out of Construction, Michelle Carr exposes one of the most costly and avoidable mistakes in the industry: rushing to site before the foundations of the project are truly ready.

Too many construction projects are effectively set up to fail before work even begins. Contracts are skim-read, designs are poorly coordinated, commercial risks are underestimated, and teams are pushed on-site under pressure to “just get started.” The result is familiar: delays, disputes, cash flow strain, and margins quietly eroded long before problems become visible.

Michelle breaks down why the pre-construction phase is where projects are really won or lost. She explains how investing time upfront in planning, design coordination, contract understanding, and commercial oversight creates control, resilience, and stronger outcomes on site.

The episode also explores the role of front-end leadership, how early decisions shape motivation and performance during delivery, and why fractional commercial support can be a game-changer for growing construction businesses that need expertise without full-time overheads.

The message is simple but powerful: preparation isn’t a delay, it’s protection. Get the start right, and everything that follows becomes smoother, stronger, and more profitable.

Visit https://h2construction.uk/ to learn more.

Find Michelle Carr on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-d-carr/

H Squared Construction: https://www.linkedin.com/company/h2-commercial-consultancy.

Find out more about Construction Alchemy here: https://constructionalchemy.co.uk/

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DISCLAIMER:

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are based on the personal experiences of Michelle Carr and her guests. They are for general information only and should not be relied upon as professional or legal advice. Always seek your own independent advice before making decisions. Neither Michelle Carr nor H Squared Construction accepts liability for any loss, damage, or consequences arising from actions taken based on this podcast.

In this episode of Taking the Con out of Construction, Michelle Carr shares practical construction business advice on commercial protection — and why failing to protect your commercial position quietly destroys margin, cash flow, and control for contractors and construction business owners.

Michelle gets straight to the uncomfortable truth most construction businesses only learn the hard way: if you don’t actively protect your commercial position, problems compound long before they ever show up on a balance sheet.

She breaks down what commercial protection really means in practice — not legal jargon or box-ticking, but the real-world actions that safeguard profitability when projects come under pressure. From underestimated commercial risk to the costly consequences of weak contracts and poor documentation, Michelle explains where construction businesses are most exposed.

The episode also explores the critical role of knowledgeable Quantity Surveyors in contract formation, why understanding contractual obligations is non-negotiable, and how investing in people, processes, and commercial strategy builds resilience in a volatile construction industry.

If you want to stop reacting to commercial disasters and start running a construction business that’s protected, profitable, and built to last, this episode is essential listening.

Visit https://h2construction.uk/ to learn more.

Find Michelle Carr on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-d-carr/

H Squared Construction: https://www.linkedin.com/company/h2-commercial-consultancy.

Find out more about Construction Alchemy here: https://constructionalchemy.co.uk/

CREDITS:

'Taking the Con out of Construction’ is a OneZeroCreative production.

Discover how podcasting can grow your brand: https://www.onezerocreative.co.uk/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/one-zero-creative

Contact us at enquiries@onezerocreative.co.uk

DISCLAIMER:

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are based on the personal experiences of Michelle Carr and her guests. They are for general information only and should not be relied upon as professional or legal advice. Always seek your own independent advice before making decisions. Neither Michelle Carr nor H Squared Construction accepts liability for any loss, damage, or consequences arising from actions taken based on this podcast.

In this episode of Taking the Con Out of Construction, Michelle Carr shares practical construction business advice for contractors, developers, and project leaders on avoiding crisis and protecting investments.

Going straight to the sharp end of the industry, she draws on decades of experience rescuing failing projects and supporting funders and developers under pressure.

Michelle explains how most construction crises don’t happen overnight, but slowly emerge through poor communication, underfunding, and avoidance of difficult conversations. Using real-world examples, she shows how transparency, ethical decision-making, and small, achievable wins stabilise projects, safeguard cash flow, and align teams.

This episode is essential listening for anyone wanting to prevent costly mistakes and run construction projects with control, clarity, and confidence.

Visit https://h2construction.uk/ to learn more.

Find Michelle Carr on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-d-carr/

H Squared Construction: https://www.linkedin.com/company/h2-commercial-consultancy.

Find out more about Construction Alchemy here: https://constructionalchemy.co.uk/

CREDITS:

'Taking the Con out of Construction’ is a OneZeroCreative production.

Discover how podcasting can grow your brand: https://www.onezerocreative.co.uk/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/one-zero-creative

Contact us at enquiries@onezerocreative.co.uk

DISCLAIMER:

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are based on the personal experiences of Michelle Carr and her guests. They are for general information only and should not be relied upon as professional or legal advice. Always seek your own independent advice before making decisions. Neither Michelle Carr nor H Squared Construction accepts liability for any loss, damage, or consequences arising from actions taken based on this podcast.