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The Take Off - The Commercial and Pre Construction PodcastAuthor: Mick Donaghy
The Take Off is a Specialist Quantity Surveying Podcast showcasing the journey's of Quantity Surveyors Globally. Each week, your host, Mick Donaghy will interview a leading Quantity Surveying Entrepreneur or Leader within the Built Environment to share their story. Our goal is to educate, inspire and offer advice for Quantity Surveyors navigating the globally construction industry. As we all know, construction is a people business and we as people are fundamentally, imperfect. Which is part of the reason why we all love stories. The Highs, the Lows and the continued Battle to be Better. Language: en Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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EP 173 | The realities of moving to australia as a QS
Sunday, 14 December, 2025
What’s it really like moving to Australia as a Quantity Surveyor?In this episode of The Take Off Podcast, Mick breaks down the reality of relocating overseas to build a career in construction — from starting out on site and improving communication skills, to navigating different construction cultures across Europe and Australia.The episode explores the pressures of early career decisions, the value of hands-on site experience, and why mastering construction fundamentals still matters in an industry increasingly shaped by AI. Mick also reflects on working on globally significant projects, including stadium developments at FC Barcelona, and leading cost strategies within major international organisations.A candid conversation about ambition, risk, caree r patience, and what it really takes to build a sustainable Quantity Surveying career abroad.🎧 Listen now to understand the real trade-offs behind moving overseas for work.🏗️ Learn how we support construction professionals building international careers at👉 www.gedonexecutive.com
