***We will be taking a short mid-season festive break in schedule; the next episode will release on Wednesday 7th January 2026***

In this episode, Michelle gets to the heart of what keeps projects running smoothly; roles and responsibilities. She breaks down exactly who is who in the construction world, from Quantity Surveyors and Estimators to Project Managers, Architects, and Financial Controllers, and explains what each of them is truly responsible for.

Drawing on three decades of pulling struggling projects back from the brink, Michelle reveals why understanding these roles isn’t just “nice to know”; it’s essential. When everyone knows what they’re accountable for, decisions are sharper, communication is clearer, and the entire team can deliver with confidence.

When they don’t? Confusion, delays, and costly mistakes creep in fast.

This episode is all about helping you build a team where responsibilities are understood, strengths are used properly, and your project is supported by the right expertise at every stage.

Whether you're new to construction or a seasoned professional, you'll walk away with a clearer picture of who does what, why it matters, and how the right structure transforms project outcomes.

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, Michelle takes aim at the silent killer of construction businesses: chaos. Not the dramatic kind like shouting matches or last-minute disasters, but the everyday, behind-the-scenes chaos that slowly bleeds a company dry.

She exposes how missing processes, unclear responsibilities, and muddled communication create a perfect storm where money leaks, decisions stall, and teams slip into frustration and fatigue.

Through real client experiences and her own time in the industry, Michelle shows how internal disorder, not late payments, is often the biggest threat to cash flow.

From broken information chains to disconnects with accounts teams to overlooking the loyal people holding everything together, she reveals how small cracks quickly become costly chasms.

This episode is a no-nonsense guide to recognising the chaos you’ve normalised, and transforming it into clarity, confidence, and a business that runs like a well-oiled machine instead of a daily firefight.

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, Michelle lifts the lid on one of the biggest pressure points in construction: financing. From mortgages and bridging loans to development funding and invoice factoring, she breaks down the options contractors rely on, and the serious traps that often come with them.

Drawing on real experiences from the industry, Michelle shares how unexpected costs, overlooked finance charges, and poor planning can derail even the most promising project. She explores why understanding funding terms, anticipating contingencies, and managing cash responsibly can make the difference between profit and panic.

Whether you're running a small job or a multi-million pound build, her advice will help you take control of the money side with confidence.

The key message; Finance is a fact of life in construction, but with clarity and careful planning, it doesn’t have to be a risk. It can become a powerful tool for delivering successful, stress-free projects.

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.