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requirements, for example TM65 for products and fire stopping detailing, are requiring additional resources and are increasing costs on projects that are constantly being squeezed. Nevertheless, Emtec Southern is committed to providing its clients with a holistic service from commencement to completion, including sustainability, technologies, validation and documentation.
“ I’ m also passionate about supporting the development of young people and bringing new people into the industry,” Mike adds.“ There’ s a severe skills shortage in the UK and we must develop a new generation of construction professionals. From technology to engineering, there are a plethora of roles available that provide people with great opportunities. Apprenticeships are key to the long term; however, we need to consider other sectors of industry and how people can be retrained to work in the construction industry.”
Sustainable solutions
When it comes to sustainability, the business strives to educate and support customers to adopt the right solutions for their project’ s lifespan.“ It’ s important that our teams genuinely understand regulation and the impact of emerging technologies,” Mike states.“ We’ re getting involved with a project much earlier, preferably in the
design stage, to make early decisions that not only enhance the sustainability of a
project but also offer design and budget support. By passing our knowledge onto customers early in the process, we can outline how a more expensive cost upfront can be more economically viable in the longer-term, as well as providing more holistic sustainable benefits.”
Although Mike is new to Emtec, his experience in the industry and passion for people will inevitably result in continued
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