The Project Chatter Podcast
Project Chatter is a podcast where project professionals, specialists, and experts discuss the latest trends in project management and PMO. Hosts Val and Dale share tried and tested best practices and unfiltered thoughts about the industry. The show aims to help listeners progress their careers, improve project controls skills, or simply enjoy the banter between an Aussie and a South African.
Episodes
S10E226: Is Work Killing Your Relationships? with Sabrina Starling
Is your work killing your relationships? For nine in ten business owners, the answer is heading that way.Dr Sabrina Starling started out as a psychologist in community mental health, burnt out, and rebuilt her working life around one limit: a 25-hour week. Today she runs Tap the Potential, hosts the Profit by Design podcast, and has written the How to Hire the Best series and The 4-Week Vacation.V
S10E225: Why Change Fatigue Isn't Real with Tammy Watchorn
Change fatigue isn't real. It's the story you're telling yourself about the change.Dr Tammy Watchorn, the Change Ninja, is back on Project Chatter. A scientist turned healthcare change leader, Tammy learned early that change works through people, not process. Her third book, The Change Ninja vs Zombies, is out on 6 October: a gamified, Top Trumps style guide to spotting the things that drain your
S10E224: Why We Forgive Bad Behaviour At Work with Lisa Martello
We spend a fortune on governance, tooling and RACIs, then lose our best people to one person who nobody will have a difficult conversation with.Lisa Martello has spent her career in rail, from a Transport for London graduate scheme to programme and director roles at HS2 and beyond, with detours into utilities and construction. By night she runs Catching Bees, a 20,000 strong following built on hol
S10E223: Robots on Site - Why Humanoids Won't Build Your Project with Eliot Dixon
Every robotics demo looks the same: a humanoid doing kung fu, a humanoid dancing, a humanoid folding laundry. Eliot Dixon has spent his career in the parts of robotics that never make the showreel, and his view is blunt. The humanoid form factor exists because human environments are a compromise, not because it is the best way to get work done.Eliot's route into robotics started on a farm and
S10E222: Why Great Project Leaders Go to the Movies with Dawn Mahan
What if the fastest way to align a project team wasn't another 47-slide deck, but a two-minute film clip?In Episode 222, Dale and Val sit down with Dawn Mahan, project leader, educator and author, to unpack why movies are surprisingly powerful tools for project leadership, communication and team alignment. Dawn coined the term "Project Land" to explain why the world of projects behav
S10E221: Scaling a Consultancy: Mindset, Margins and the 30% Rule with Josh Stone
Most consultancy owners can tell you their revenue. Very few can tell you their net profit. That gap is where the money quietly leaks out.In this Australia-only episode, Val sits down with Josh Stone, who grew a civil and structural consultancy from £3m to £30m over a decade, sold out, and now coaches 70+ engineering, surveying, architecture and town planning founders on how to build businesses th
S10E220: Is Project Controls Behind on AI? | Yash Desai, Movar Reply
Most data scientists have never touched a project. Yash Desai looked at the project controls world through the data first, and what he found says a lot about why this industry lags behind others on AI.In Episode 220, Dale is joined by returning co-host Martin and first-time guest Yash Desai, Head of Data and AI at Movar Reply, for a practical conversation on where data, AI and robotics actually fi
S10E219: Why 88% of Schedules Fail, and What AI Still Can't Fix with Michael Pink
88% of project schedules don't follow best practice. So why are we so keen to feed that data into AI and trust the output?In this episode, Dale and Val are joined by Michael Pink, Founder of SmartPM, for a sharp conversation on the forensic side of delay and the state of AI in project controls.Mike has analysed hundreds of thousands of schedules and built a career on working out who delayed what,
S10E218: Breaking into the job market in the age of AI, with Nick Chizuka
Top of his MBA class at the University of Bath, technically sharp, and still firing out 20 to 30 applications a day with little to show for it. Nick Chizuka joins Dale and Val for an honest conversation about what it takes to land a role in project controls and consulting right now, and why the rise of AI has made the graduate market tougher than it was even a year ago.It is a candid look at the g
S10E217: Lisa Silander on 30 Years in UK Project Controls
Dale and Val are joined by Lisa Silander, Global Practice and UK Technical Lead for Project Controls at AtkinsRéalis.With 30 years leading planning and project controls teams across aviation, rail, water, manufacturing, and nuclear, Lisa has shaped delivery on some of the UK's most demanding capital programmes including Heathrow Terminal 5, Heathrow Q6, the Heathrow Expansion Project, Thames W
S10E216: CaSA Digital Community of Practice Fight Night
We recently hosted the Controls and Skills Authority Digital Community of Practice Fight Night in Birmingham. This lively panel debate explores the impact of AI on project delivery, jobs, and industry practices. Experts challenge the notion that AI is just a tool or a threat, examining cultural, technical, and structural factors shaping AI adoption in construction and beyond.3 FightsCulture is the
S10E215: AI Regulation - Navigating the Future of Responsible Innovation with Isabela Parisio
In this episode, Isabela Parisio, a legal expert in AI regulation, shares insights on the challenges and opportunities of regulating artificial intelligence. Topics include regulatory sandboxes, definitions of AI, accountability, privacy, military applications, and the future of AI governance. Key TopicsRegulatory sandboxes for AI testingDefinitions and scope of AIAccountability and liability in A
S10E214: Understanding the Complexity of Modern Data Centers with Dr Atif Ansar
In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, Val and Dale welcome Atif Ansar, co-founder of Foresight, to discuss the rapidly evolving world of data centers. Atif shares insights on the explosive growth and increasing complexity of data centers, highlighting the challenges related to energy supply, skilled labor, and technology redundancy. The conversation explores the role of AI in enhancing d
S10E213: Unmasking Watermelon Projects: How to Achieve True Transparency in Projects with Dave Lockley
In this episode, project delivery expert Dave Lockley shares insights on transforming complex change portfolios into measurable business value, the pitfalls of watermelon projects, and how technology can improve project transparency and decision-making.Key TopicsWatermelon projects and transparencyThe role of technology and AI in project managementLeadership and decision-making in projectsChapters
S10E212: Building a Project Control-Friendly Culture with Rod Whiting
In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, Dale engages with Rod Whiting, a seasoned expert in project controls, who shares his extensive journey in the field since 1983. Rod discusses the evolution of project controls, emphasizing the importance of a project control-friendly culture within organizations. He highlights how understanding and valuing project controls can significantly impact pr
S10E211: AI and Change Management - A New Era with Vincent Marsicano
In this episode of Project Chatter, hosts Dale and Val welcome Vincent Marsicano, CEO of Adopt It, to discuss the intersection of change management and technology. Vincent shares his unique background, which includes a PhD in physics and extensive experience in change management, emphasizing the importance of human-centered leadership in navigating organizational change. The conversation delves in
S9E210: Healthy Habits for Busy Project Professionals with Becky Holliday
Dale flies solo (briefly!) to close out 2025 and welcomes first-time podcast guest Becky Holliday - a project manager turned health coach. Becky shares how redundancy in October 2023 became the catalyst for a career pivot, and why she now helps busy professionals (especially women) build sustainable health habits. Val drops in mid-episode and the conversation expands into discipline vs motivation,
S9E209: Unlocking the Power of Reality Capture with Derek Lawrence
In this episode, Dale Foong discusses the fascinating world of reality capture with expert Derek Lawrence. They explore Derek's journey into the field, the various applications of reality capture in project management, and the integration of AI in this technology. The conversation also delves into the barriers to adoption, real-world use cases, and the future of reality capture, including its
S9E208: Blockchain and Carbon: The Future of Project Management with Kevin O'Grady
In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, Val and Dale welcome Kevin O'Grady, a director at Cognitive, who shares his extensive experience in project management, particularly in the built environment. The conversation delves into the practical applications of blockchain technology in construction, the importance of carbon tracking, and the emerging role of sustainable aviation fuel. Kevi
S9E207: Insourcing - Bringing Capability In-House with Jo Lucas
In this episode, Val and Dale engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Jo Lucas, exploring the evolving dynamics of insourcing versus outsourcing in organizations. Jo shares insights from her extensive experience, discussing the importance of human connection, decision-making, and the role of AI in modern workplaces. The discussion delves into the challenges and opportunities of insourcing,
S9E206: Fast Forward to the Past – Dodging the bullets of tech trends like AI to deliver perfect projects with Prof. Eddie Obeng
In this episode, Val and Dale engage with Professor Eddie Obeng to explore the multifaceted implications of AI in today's world. They discuss the hype surrounding AI, its potential benefits and challenges in various sectors, particularly healthcare and governance. The conversation emphasizes the importance of human elements in technology, the need for a balanced perspective on AI's role in
S9E205: Replicability of the Montreal REM Model with Riccardo Cosentino
In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, hosts Val and Dale engage with Riccardo Cosentino to explore the unique aspects of the REM project in Canada, a public-private partnership (PPP) model that has garnered attention for its innovative funding and governance structure. Riccardo shares insights into the project's background, the role of the Quebec pension fund as a project sponsor, and th
S9E204: AI Revolution in Project Management with Lawrence Rowland
In this episode, the hosts delve into the transformative role of AI in project management, discussing its evolution, practical applications, and the challenges of adoption. They explore the emergence of AI agents, their impact on consulting, and the ethical considerations surrounding AI integration in the workplace. The conversation also touches on the future of work, organisational changes, and t
S9E203: Delivering Projects with a Product Lifecycle Management lens with John Ryan
In this episode of the Project Chatter Podcast, Dale and Martin are joined by John Ryan, a seasoned project director and construction technology leader, to discuss the intricacies of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM). John shares his extensive background in engineering and project management, emphasising the importance of understanding both capital expenditure (CapEx) and operational expenditure
S9E202: How to be a World Class Scheduler without opening the Schedule with Micah Piippo
In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, Dale speaks with Micah Piippo, a leading voice in construction planning and scheduling. They discuss the evolving role of AI in project management, the importance of understanding the fundamentals of scheduling, and how to effectively review and validate schedules without getting lost in the details. Micah shares insights on common mistakes in projec
S9E201: The Healing Power of Laughter with Barry Hilton
In this episode, Barry Hilton, a renowned South African comedian, shares his journey through comedy and mental health. He discusses the importance of vulnerability, humor, and resilience in addressing mental health issues. Barry emphasizes the need for open conversations about mental health, recognizing signs of distress, and the cultural differences in how mental health is perceived. He also high
S8E200: AI and the Job Market: Myths and Realities with Chirag Shah
Proudly sponsored by Deltek.com In this episode, the hosts celebrate their 200th episode with guest Chirag Shah, discussing the evolving job market, the impact of AI, and the importance of networking and mentorship in career growth. They explore the expectations of candidates in today's market, the significance of soft skills, and the balance between work and personal life. The conversation em
S8E199: AI Implications in Construction with Doug Vincent
Proudly sponsored by Deltek.In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, hosts discuss the implications of AI in project management and construction. Doug Vincent shares insights on how AI can be demystified for clients, its potential in industry innovation, and the challenges faced in education regarding AI integration. The conversation explores practical applications of AI, the importance of
S8E198: PMO Conference 2024 - Live in Edinburgh
Proudly sponsored by Deltek.
In this engaging podcast episode, the hosts introduce their guest, Michael Reinders, who shares his journey into project management and PMO. The conversation explores the evolution of PMO roles, the importance of change management, and the future trends impacting the workforce. The hosts and guests discuss strategies for engaging younger generations in PMO roles, emph
S8E197: Engaging the Next Generation of Risk Managers with Seyi Daniyan
This episode proudly sponsored by Deltek.
n this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, Dale and Martin welcome Seyi Daniyan, a project risk manager, who shares her career journey from chemical engineering to risk management. The conversation explores the importance of attracting young talent to the field, the fundamental concepts of risk management, and the skills necessary for success in this
S8E196: Contract Alliances - what does it really mean with Ian Quick
This episode is proudly sponsored by Deltek.
In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, Dale speaks with Ian Quick about his extensive journey in project management, particularly focusing on the concept of alliancing. Ian shares his experiences transitioning from engineering to project management, the importance of collaboration and culture in successful alliances, and the role of leadership
S8E195: Why Change Management Matters with Karen Ball
This episode is proudly sponsored by Deltek
In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, Val and Martin engage with Karen Ball from ProSci to explore the intricacies of change management. They discuss Karen's journey into the field, the growing demand for change management services, and the impact of remote work on the discipline. The conversation delves into the distinctions between change ma
S8E194: The Impact of Yoga and Fitness on Work Performance with Elise Carbone
This episode is proudly sponsored by Deltek
In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, host Dale speaks with Elise Carbone about the impact of yoga and fitness on work performance. Elise shares her personal journey into yoga, discussing how it helped her manage stress, improve posture, and enhance productivity. The conversation explores various aspects of yoga, including its physical and spir
S8E193: The 4 reasons why modern projects fail with David Whitmore
This episode is proudly sponsored by Deltek
In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, host Dale speaks with David Whitmore about the complexities of project management, particularly in the context of engineering and nuclear projects. They discuss the four key reasons why projects fail, emphasizing the importance of relationships, decision-making speed, complexity, and digital integration. D
S8E192: Unlocking the secrets to conferences with Greg Lawton, Olli Wade and Micah Piippo!
In this episode we join forces with the Beyond Deadlines podcast crew recoded live in Washington, DC. We discuss the significance of expos and conferences in the project management field. The boys emphasize the importance of networking, community building, and the shared challenges faced by professionals. The conversation highlights the need for younger generations to engage in these events, innov
S8E191: Detox Your Culture with Colin D Ellis
In this episode of the Project Chatter Podcast, Dale, Martin and Colin D Ellis discuss the evolving landscape of workplace culture, particularly in the aftermath of COVID-19. They explore the necessity of detoxifying toxic cultures, the importance of leadership in fostering a positive environment, and the role of employees in shaping culture. Colin shares insights from his latest book, emphasizing
S8E190: When to use Reference Class Forecasting and when NOT to with Ian Heptinstall
In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, Val Matthews and Ian discuss various aspects of project management, emphasizing the importance of language, learning from past experiences, and the role of technology. They explore the concept of reference class forecasting, the evolution of project management practices, and the significance of mentorship. The conversation also touches on the challen
S8E189: Using change ninja skills to manage your life with Tammy Watchorn
In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, Val Matthews speaks with Dr. Tammy Watchhorn about the intersection of change management, emotional intelligence, and neuroscience. They explore how emotions influence our reactions and responses in high-pressure environments, the importance of mental health awareness in project management, and practical tools for managing change. Tammy shares her pe
S8E188: The Pros & Cons of Professional Institutions & Associations with Adam Boddison
In this episode, the conversation revolves around the role of professional bodies in project management, particularly focusing on the APM (Association for Project Management). Adam Boddison, the CEO of APM, discusses the importance of community engagement, the challenges faced by the project management profession, and the impact of AI on the industry. The discussion also touches on career developm
S8E187: Goal Setting with Clement Kwegyir-Afful
In this pod the lads have a conversation that explores the topic of goal setting and its importance in personal and professional development. The guest, Clement Kwegyir-Afful, shares his journey of discovering his purpose and passion for helping others achieve their goals. He emphasizes the need for a strong why and belief system, as well as the importance of setting process goals to achieve desir
S8E186: Strategic Misrepresentation with Roger Garrini
In this episode, Roger Garrini discusses the concept of strategic misrepresentation in projects. Strategic misrepresentation refers to deliberately and systematically distorting or misstating information for strategic purposes. It often occurs in bids and tenders, where the desire to win the project leads to telling the customer what they want to hear, even if it's not entirely accurate. Strat
S8E185: The Benefits of Diverse Teams in Problem-Solving with Richard Bendall-Jones
In this episode Dale flies solo explores with Richard the importance of diversity and inclusion in organisations and how to approach it effectively. It highlights the pitfalls of mandatory diversity training and the damaging nature of statements like 'I don't see gender or race.' The speakers discuss the need for humility, challenging the status quo, and creating a psychologically safe
S8E184: Carbon, Cash, and Machines with Andrew Langridge
In this episode, the hosts and guest Andrew Langridge discuss the importance of estimating and tracking carbon in construction projects. Andrew shares his background in estimating and explains the challenges and complexities of estimating carbon. He emphasizes the need for accurate data and tools to estimate carbon and suggests that legislation is necessary to drive change. The conversation also t
S8E183: Applied AI for beginners to pros with Vicky Emerson
In this episode, Dale and Martin welcome Victoria Emerson, a seasoned teacher with a passion for technology and AI. Victoria shares her career journey, from being inspired by an assessor during an apprenticeship to becoming a teacher and curriculum developer. She emphasizes the importance of starting with the basics in technology and AI, such as computer science and understanding algorithms. Victo
S8E182: What is all this AI fuss about? - Tim Creasey
SummaryIn this episode, Dale, Marco, and Tim discuss the impact of AI on change management. They explore the different facets of AI, particularly large language models, and how they can be used to improve communication, automate tasks, and analyze data. They also discuss the challenges and opportunities of using AI in project management and the importance of prompt engineering and effective commun
S8E181: Antifragile Projects with Georgia Stillwell
In this episode, Val and Dale are joined by guest Georgia Stillwell to discuss anti-fragile projects and risk management in project management. Georgia shares her journey into project management, starting from her fascination with master planning in cities to her experience in risk management and construction technology. She explains the concept of anti-fragile projects, which are projects that th
S8E180: The Importance of Modularity, Scalability and Interoperability with Mike Paul
In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, Val and Dale interview Mike Paul, the Managing Director for InEight for Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. They discuss the concepts of modularity, scalability, and interoperability in project management. Mike emphasises the importance of considering people and processes alongside technology in project implementation. They also explore the challeng
S8E179: Valuing the Project Timeline with Ali Mafi
In this episode, Val and Dale interview Ali Maffey about project management and the importance of lean thinking. They discuss the challenges of project planning, the role of technology in project management, and the complexity of project management tools. They also delve into the difference between identifying threats and shortening programs, the flaws of long-term planning, and the benefits of sm
S8E178: The Subtle Art of Planning with Micah Piippo
Summary:
In this episode, the boys talk to Micah Piippo about the world of planning and scheduling, the importance and respect of planning, the need for more planners and schedulers, and the benefits and opportunities in planning and scheduling. They also talk about the skills required for planners and schedulers, the role of planners in the C-Suite, and the impact of planning on project success.
S8E177: AI in Project Delivery with James Garner
In this episode, the guest, James Garner, discusses the role of AI in project management and its future implications. He shares his origin story and how he got into the field of AI. The conversation covers the definition of AI in project management and the different levels of AI sophistication. The guest also talks about the pace of AI implementation and the factors that contribute to the fear and
S8E176: ChatGPT Plus for Projects with Lawrence Rowland
Lawrence Rowland discusses the potential of ChatGPT and GPT in project management. He explains the differences between ChatGPT and GPT, highlighting the benefits of ChatGPT+ and the GPT Builder. Lawrence emphasises the importance of early adoption and experimentation with GPTs, as well as the need for entry-level tools to encourage wider adoption. He explores the role of GPTs in enhancing communic
S7E175: Horizon Scanning the Project World
In this conversation, Val and Dale reflect on the key themes and trends in project management in 2023. They discuss the impact of technology on projects, the changing landscape of education and learning, and the value of formal education in project management. They also explore the challenges and disruptions in project delivery, geographical trends in troubled projects, and the importance of leade
S7E174: Breaking down the barriers to implementation of good practice with Adrian Dooley
In this episode, Adrian Dooley discusses the barriers to applying good project management practices and the root causes behind them. He highlights the issue of project failure and the need to identify the true causes rather than just the symptoms. Adrian also explores the challenges of applying lessons learned and the impact of forgetting and lack of support. He emphasizes the potential of AI in p
S7E173: The future of Project Management with Cameron Mills
In this episode Val gets the studio to himself to talk with Cameron Mills about the fundamentals and the future project controls.
A Project Controls expert with over 27 years private and government industry experience in the delivery of major infrastructure projects globally, leading large multidisciplinary teams in complex environments. Currently, the Head of Project Controls Australia & AP
S7E172: Gamification of Risk Management with Charlotte Candy
In this episode the lads talk to Charlotte Candy about gamification of Risk Management.
Charlotte Candy leads a team of 20 risk managers within the UK at AECOM. She is a certified IRM Fellow with a construction and legal background. She has 17 years’ experience within the industry. Charlotte has led teams across Nuclear, Water, Rail and Infrastructure domains for both public and private sector cl
S7E171: Enhancing risk maturity in your operating environment with Colin McCorery & Jessie Schilling
In this episode Dale and Val talk about the application and importance of risk in projects and more importantly the maturity, training and development of best risk practices and cultures.
Colin is a Risk Management professional with 25 years experience across many industry sectors and countries. He is the current and founding Chair of the Institute of Risk Management Regional Group Australia and
S7E170: Building with Conscience - Cement's Eco Dilemma with Eoin Condren
In this week’s pod, we were joined by Eoin Condren to discuss "Building with Conscience: Cement's Eco Dilemma"!
Eoin is corporate development director at Ecocem, in charge of the strategic structuring of the business to allow it to take advantage of the many opportunities that it currently has in front of it. He’s been with the company 2.5 years. His background is in finance and he s
S7E169: Keeping It (Projects) Simple with Paul Tucker
Dale and Val meet in person for the first time (ever) on the show to get deep and dirty on how simplification can or will save projects from themselves. We've all been on complex and complicated projects, but some times simple efficiencies can be found in the most obvious of places.
Paul is part of the Jacobs Major Project and Programs Group with over 20 years’ experience in Controls; 15 of w
S7E168: Barriers to Tech adoption in construction with Sarah Crawley
In this episode the boys talk to Sarah Crawley about the barriers to technology adoption on construction projects. Organisations play a really big part in the sense of they need to recognise that they need multiple stakeholders to input their knowledge and there needs to be a movement in capturing data that really matters not to keep other people in jobs or it's a tick box exercise according to Sa
S7E167: newPM - Human-centric data-driven project delivery with Donnie MacNicol and Jonathan Norman
In this episode the fellas talk about the role and future of the newPM and explore how Project Managers will move toward a data-centric project environment and just what does that men for project delivery? Donne and Jonathan are approaching this differently, they are focusing on the human centred approach, and in a world of tech, gadgets and information, perhaps this is what projects really need?
S7E166: The challenges of Project Managing CBTC Technology on Brownfield Railways with Joe Little
In this episode, Dale and (Martin) stepped in to talk with long-time colleague Joe Little about the value and importance of the project management approach for major signalling rail programs. Unlike other fields of project management CBTC or Communication Based Train Control systems present unique challenges for project managers, often dealing with the pressure of fixed and digital asset delivery
S7E165: Projects in Post Production with Rob Farris
In this episode, Dale and Val talk to Rob about the hidden methods, approaches and systems of a post-production world. Whilst it's not our normal 'bread and butter' the amazing world of production is opened up and the synergies between our world and theirs.
Rob started his career in Media, like so many others, as a Runner. He moved into project managing the Post Production of films after a few y
S7E164: Swimming against the tide The Next Gen PMO with Rupert Taylor
In this episode Dale and Val talk with Rupert about the next generation of PMO, how important the facets of PMO are and why we need to continue to build out these particular skills on projects.
Rupert has over 35 years immersed in the leadership of change programmes and portfolios. Rupert founded Kivue Limited in 2013 responding to the need for a simple to use, outcome focussed PPM tool for opti
S7E163: Making Time for Strategy with Richard Medcalf
In this week’s pod, we were joined by Richard Medcalf to discuss making time for strategy.Richard Medcalf describes himself as "what you get if you were to put a McKinsey consultant, a slightly unorthodox pastor and an entrepreneur into a blender".He is the founder of Xquadrant and a trusted advisor to exceptional CEOs and entrepreneurs, and their leadership teams.The main topics we disc
S7E162: AI Revolution - Transforming Project Delivery for the Future with Greg Lawton
In this episode Dale and Val talk to the infamous Greg Lawton about the impact of AI and how it may be used, abused and help enhance our cognitive abilities for real-world practical application. Greg does an incredible job of making us understand the simplicities and subtle notions that may provide the biggest increase in service support, innovation and climate. How might AI be the driver of the c
S7E161:Planning in the Age of AI: Evolving Skills and Competencies for Project Professionals with Michael Lepage & Chirag Shah
Welcome to another exciting episode! In this edition, Dale engages in a captivating conversation with Michael Lepage & Chirag Shah, discussing the fascinating realm of planning, both in its current state and its future trajectory. While Val sadly couldn't be present, the discussion with Michael provides a wealth of insights on the disruptive nature of technology in the industry and the ess
*Bitesize* S7E160: EVA28 Bridging the Knowing Doing Gap with the Controls to Take Back Control
In this episode Dale speaks to Steve Wake, Christine McLean and Eddie Obeng to bring you a bitesize episode from the EVA28 conference. The key themes emerging from the various presenters were on how we actively seek to change the way we deliver projects. The mindset we need to apply rather than the toolset, and also the fact that we should think about what problems our solutions are creating.
Pro
S7E159: AI ChatGPT - Ethics, Innovation & Evolution with Val, Dale & Martin
In this episode, Dale, Martin and Val explore the hype and ethics of such technology as Chat GPT. How can we use this for leveraging in projects, or are we all doomed? We explore the exciting times now and ahead related to AI and associated technologies. There has been a lot of signs and outreach by known people in the field that we should be careful and even slow down our race towards AI. is this
S7E158: Planning Projects: Past, Present & Future with Micah Piippo
In this week’s pod, we were joined by Micah Piippo to discuss Planning Projects: Past, Present & Future.
Micah has spent the last 14 years in Project Controls. While he's performed a wide variety of roles, his passion and main focus is Planning and Scheduling. During his career he's tore down nuclear facilities, built large ferries, built data centers all over the world and more recent
S7E157:Streamlining Operations with Agile Controls: The Key to Business-As-Usual Performance with Ellen Mellington
In this week’s pod, we were joined by Ellen Mellington to discuss Streamlining Operations with Agile Controls: The Key to Business-As-Usual Performance.
As a transformation and governance leader Ellen has delivered change portfolios and major projects in transport, healthcare and environment sectors. Having direct exposure to the challenges faced financially, culturally and commercially in delive
S7E156: Navigating the Project Control Landscape: A Journey Through the Decades and Beyond with Shane Forth
In this week’s pod, we were joined by Shane Forth to discuss Navigating the Project Control Landscape: A Journey Through the Decades and Beyond.
Shane’s project controls career began on Phillips Petroleum Teesside Oil Terminal, a 1970s mega-project. Aged 20, he learnt the fundamentals of scheduling using manual techniques. Career progression followed with three further mega-projects worth tens of
S7E155: Project Controls and Systems Thinking on Heavy Rail with Hezron Ricketts
In this week’s pod, we were re-joined by Hezron Ricketts to discuss Box to Box: the 'Black' boxes of Controls and Systems.
Director of PMO Services at CPC Project Services, Hezron has 19 years working in Projects and Programmes as well as building a consultancy business and business units.
Working across the construction, rail, defence to name a few, he enjoys the challenge of delivery and the imp
S7E154: EQ, IQ, and MQ: Unlocking Essential Skills with ACostE President Christine McLean
In this week’s pod, we were joined by Christine McLean to discuss EQ, IQ, and MQ: Unlocking the Power of Softer Skills
Christine is the newly elected president of the ACostE, the professional home for project controls. She has more than 20 years of experience working in the utilities, oil and gas and nuclear sectors. She gained her fellowship in 2018 and is a certified cost engineer.
Two years ago
S7E153: AI in Project Controls: Separating Fact from Fiction with Alan Mosca
In this week’s pod, we welcomed back Alan Mosca to discuss AI in Project Controls – Separating fact from fiction.
Alan is the co-founder and CTO of nPlan, where he leads technology, research, and product, whilst developing thought leadership about forecasting and risk. Before nPlan, Alan spent 7 years as a technologist in quantitative finance, on live trading systems, research, and front-office in
S7E152: Maximising efficiency with NEC cross-functional processes with Jordan Cannon & Jeff Quantrill
Welcome to this week's episode of the Project Chatter Podcast! In this episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Jeff Quantrill and Jordan Cannon to discuss how to maximise efficiency with NEC cross-functional processes.
Jeff brings 15 years of experience in enterprise IT services with IBM, and has recently delved into the AEC sector with PM Information Systems. He has a wealth of experien
S7E151: Leadership, Emotional Intelligence and Stress management with Susanne Madsen
In this episode Dale and Val talk with Susanne Madsen about the value of leadership, the skills and tactics for successful emotional intelligence, as well as how to navigate stress in the post COVID project environment.
Susanne Madsen is an internationally recognised leadership coach and mentor for project and change managers. She has partnered and founded the Project Leadership Institute, which r
S6E150: Project Controls in Design & Engineering stages with Paul Waskett
In this week’s pod, we were joined by Paul Waskett to discuss Project Controls in design and engineering stages.
Paul is a Director of Adept Management where he takes responsibility for the development of their Project Controls tools and services, as well as supporting clients and projects across the construction industry. Since 2014, Paul has been supporting two major rail projects.
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S6E149: Five Levers for Change with Tony Welch
In this week’s pod, we were joined by Tony Welch to discuss the five levers for change.
Following a career in the Royal Navy, Tony has had a wide and varied career in industry, rooted in project controls, assurance and programme management. He has operated at the senior executive level and has a track record of business/programme turnarounds, transformational change and performance improvement. Mi
S6E148: We're rubbish at promoting the Project profession with Paul Goodge
In this week’s pod, we welcomed back Paul Goodge to discuss why we’re bad at promoting the industry.
Paul is internationally regarded as a Programme Management and Change Management specialist. He is noted for his ability to swiftly and accurately diagnose issues and evolve solutions both from a technical and a behavioural point of view. In all of his most senior roles he successfully implemented
S6E147: Common mistakes that cause avoidable delays and cost over-runs with Dr Alan Barnard
In this week’s pod, we welcomed Dr Alan Barnard to discuss the theory of constraints & decision-making. Dr. Alan Barnard is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, strategy advisor, research scientist, app developer, author, coach, lecturer, podcaster, and lifelong learner. Alan is considered one of the world’s leading Decision Scientists and Theory of Constraints experts. Alan is the CEO of Goldratt
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