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Welcome to The Onsite Podcast, brought to you by ProBuild360TV.
In this episode, host Michael Parinchy, Senior Construction Manager at ProBuild360, sits down with Mark Wakeford, Chairman of the National Federation of Builders (NFB) and EvoEnergy, to explore the pressing challenges and exciting opportunities in the construction industry. With over 30 years of experience, Mark shares his expertise on:
- Sustainability in construction materials like timber, concrete, and steel.
- Addressing the industry's skills shortage and the importance of apprenticeships and training programmes.
- Retrofits and the potential of Victorian terraces as aspirational properties.
- Planning reform and government focus on achieving housing targets.
Whether you're a construction professional, sustainability enthusiast, or cur ...
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