In this episode of Jimmy Talks Construction, Jimmy sits down with Paul Tzimas for a wide-ranging conversation about construction culture, leadership, EBAs, unions, safety, productivity and the changing landscape of the industry.

Paul shares his journey from starting out as a carpenter during the GFC, to working on major commercial projects, becoming involved in the union movement, and now working with businesses through safety, industrial relations and consulting.

This episode explores the construction industry from multiple perspectives — workers, subcontractors, builders, unions and business owners. Jimmy and Paul discuss the importance of communication, hard conversations, respect on site, mental health, productivity, RDOs, project pressures and what it takes to build better working relationships across the industry.

Rather than looking at one side of the conversation, this episode focuses on the complexity of the industry and the need for more honest, practical and respectful discussions between everyone involved.

Whether you’re a builder, subcontractor, operator, apprentice, project manager or business owner, this conversation offers valuable insight into how construction is changing and what the industry can do better.

Connect with Paul:

🌐 Website: https://lteconstructiongroup.com.au/

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lteconstructiongroup/?hl=en

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-tzimas-03a41717b/

Connect with Jimmy:

🌐 Website: https://starbuckgroup.com.au

📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JimmyTalksConstruction

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starbuckexcavation

📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/starbuckexcavation

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-starbuck-13336546/

Sponsorships + Guest Enquiries: louis@lj-media.com

Send in Business Problems: jimmytalksconstruction@gmail.com