In this Light Lunch we chat with Cristian McCartney and Kevin O’Neill from Hawkins. Christian is the BIM and Technology Systems Lead and Kevin is the VDC/BIM Manager at Hawkins.

They discuss industry trends, work-life balance, and advice for the next generation.

Key takeaways from Christian and Kevin:

• The future of the construction industry is feeling uncertain with a lack of confidence and stalled projects which is affecting future workforce opportunities.
• The industry needs to embrace flexible and remote work arrangements to improve work-life balance and retain good people.
•  We need to share knowledge, particularly new learnings around technology, to help lift innovation across the industry.
• Advice for the next generation - never stop learning and asking questions - be open to new ways of doing things.