{"podcast":{"title":"Construction Disrupted","slug":"construction-disrupted-6586696","podcast_index_feed_id":6586696,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/construction-disrupted/","website_url":"https://www.builddifferent.marketing/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/43ceec8a-b650-4c26-af1a-4611581ef246/Podcast-Sponsor-Artwork.png","author":"Peter Sumpton & Ryan Jones","episode_count":119,"summary":"Construction Disrupted is a podcast for people working in the construction industry who need to stay current without drowning in noise. With a focus on the current, real-world issues across the built environment, the stories behind the headlines, the shifts worth your time, and the ideas to get you thinking. No froth, all coffee. Each episode follows a clear 3, 2, 1 structure: 3 headlines. Covering the most relevant and interesting topics from the world of construction. 2 opinions. Straight-talking analysis and debrief that digs deep beyond each headline. Why it matters and what it means for the future. 1 takeaway. Sometimes practical, sometimes actionable, or perhaps something to make you think. Hosted by Peter Sumpton and Ryan Jones, who bring a combined 40 years in construction and marketing, Construction Disrupted is designed for thought-leaders and decision-makers who prefer podcasts with more substance and less spin. We know the backdrop, fragmented supply chains, rising costs, skills gaps and sustainability pressures, and we won’t rehash doom for the sake of it. Instead, we move past the headlines and delve into the topics that are shaping the industry today, tomorrow, and…","last_synced_at":"2026-06-10T16:17:54.414364+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/construction-disrupted-6586696"},"episode":{"title":"Are Robot Dogs the Answer? | Episode 102","slug":"are-robot-dogs-the-answer-episode-102","published_at":"2026-02-11T05:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/construction-disrupted-6586696/are-robot-dogs-the-answer-episode-102","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/construction-disrupted-6586696","url":"https://www.builddifferent.marketing/","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/506affe7-721f-4933-a012-5c2bc7727ad4.mp3","summary":"Construction Disrupted Episode 102 - Are Robot Dogs the Answer? (11.02.26) From rising costs in the UK construction sector to the impact of data center growth on labor markets, and even the futuristic use of robot dogs in nuclear decommissioning, we’ve got a fascinating lineup of topics to discuss. UK Construction Costs Set to Rise by 3.6% as Uncertainty Stalls Development, Says Currie & Brown Consultancy firm Currie & Brown has forecasted a 3.6% rise in UK construction costs for 2026, surpassing the global average of 2.4%. This increase reflects moderate growth amidst market uncertainties. Contributing factors include steady demand across infrastructure, healthcare, technology, and industrial sectors, alongside challenges such as a shrinking workforce, shifting trade tariffs, supply chain disruptions, and energy price volatility. The report highlights the importance of agility in navigating these challenges. Recommendations for mitigating cost risks include setting realistic starting points, planning for multiple outcomes, adjusting project scope based on labor and market capacity, and leveraging technology to improve decision-making processes. Data Centre Drain Ramps-Up M&E Labour Costs The construction boom in London’s data center sector is driving up labor costs for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) workers. The latest London Main Contractor Survey by AECOM reveals that the rapid expansion of data centers has led to acute shortages of skilled tradespeople, forcing contractors to compete for a limited pool of high-quality subcontractors. This competition has resulted in significant increases in labor prices. To address these challenges, some contractors are creating in-house MEP divisions to manage their projects more effectively. While short-te…","meta_description":"Construction Disrupted Episode 102 - Are Robot Dogs the Answer? (11.02.26) From rising costs in the UK construction sector to the impact of data center gr…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1823,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/construction-disrupted-6586696/episodes/are-robot-dogs-the-answer-episode-102/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/construction-disrupted-6586696/are-robot-dogs-the-answer-episode-102.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}