Published 31 May 2022
S2. Ep6. Talking with David Down about his experiences as an Estimator
Originally published 31 May 2022
In this podcast episode, we talked with David Down – a vastly experienced Senior Estimator who has worked within some of Melbourne’s most iconic builders and currently pricing some of the largest towers hitting our skyline at Crema Group.
We spoke about how he started his career in the construction industry, his experiences in estimating, and how he became a well-renowned Estimator. We also talked about his previous projects, the pressures and challenges of being an Estimator, and how he overcame them.
Amongst other things, in this podcast we discussed:
- How he mastered estimating
- Building and having a good relationship with subcontractors
- Risks and the challenges the construction industry is facing
- The projects that he had priced over the course of his career
If you have an interest in the Melbourne building industry, building and developing a company within the industry, or have an interest in what takes place within a business of this size, then have a listen.
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