Lucy Homer emphasises the importance of innovation, particularly in the use of alternative materials to support sustainability.

If you'd also like to continue to learn about our Design to Value approach, DfMA and Modern Methods of Construction, sign up for our monthly newsletter here:.http://bit.ly/BWNewsUpdatesTim talks about being purpose-driven, 100% employee-owned, and the first and largest B Corp-certified commercial general contractor in North America.

In addition to recycling construction waste on 100% of projects, Chandos is also working to advance collaboration and innovation in the construction industry through Integrated Project Delivery (IPD).. Click the 'play button' above to listen in, or read our 5 Key Takeaways from Tim Coldwell's episode below.... 1.Innovative leadership and corporate social responsibility:.Tim Coldwell’s role as President of Chandos showcases leadership that emphasises corporate social responsibility.

Chandos, as North America’s first and largest B Corp-certified commercial general contractor, exemplifies commitment to environmental sustainability and diversity in hiring, including at-risk youth and underrepresented groups.This approach not only reshapes business ethics but also strategically aligns with innovative industry practices like Integrated Project Delivery.. 2.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) as a game-changer:.

Tim Coldwell highlighted IPD, describing it as a collaborative framework where multiple partners (e.g., general contractors, architects, and various consultants) work under a single multi-party contract.Actually, a lot of my friends went into the role.

It was very normal to do engineering.I didn’t really think about it as a male-dominated thing, it was just something that suited my personality and that I enjoy.

Obviously, since I went to university and into the workplace, there aren’t a lot of females in the industry, but it's not something I generally think about.Especially in this environment, where there are a lot of females.