The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Design & Build: Matt Watts on the SQFT stories podcast.

January 27, 2025
January 27, 2025

Our CEO and Founder, Matt Watts, joined Callum Foy to talk about the good, the bad and the ugly of Design & Build. He has managed projects for global brands like Jimmy Choo and Bally Shoes and specialised in facilities management and co-working spaces, so he has seen the industry change from almost every angle.

Matt's career covers nearly every part of the built environment, which gives him an unusual view of how Design & Build has developed. In this episode he talks openly about what has changed for the better, what hasn't, and what that means for delivering projects at today's pace.

In the episode, Matt talks about:

  • How the Design & Build industry has evolved, and what is and isn't working
  • The challenges and opportunities facing project management today
  • Lessons learned from working with some of the world's most prestigious brands
  • Why understanding client needs and encouraging collaboration matter more than ever

Much of what Matt describes is part of how we work at MWA Projects every day. We put the client's needs first, work closely with everyone involved in a project and stay adaptable when things change. As Matt puts it, innovation and adaptability are key to success in a fast-moving industry.

It's worth a listen for project managers, facilities managers and anyone curious about what goes on behind the scenes of large Design & Build projects. Watch the full episode below.

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