The Build Insite Podcast

• #47 From Carpentry to Structural Steel with Matt Warner - Part 1

  What happens when a chippy with 19 years on the tools decides he can lift the game in structural steel? That’s the story behind Built Structural. In this episode of the Build Insite Podcast, Luke and Dean sit down in Adelaide with Matt Warner from Built Structural. Matt shares how nearly two decades as a carpenter, a few side businesses, and one lightbulb moment on his own home led to building a multi-award-winning structural steel company in under four years. You’ll hear how Matt’s carpentry background shapes the way Built Structural details, drafts, and installs steel – especially on complex renos where nothing is straight and everything moves. He breaks down the systems behind turning engineer’s plans into practical solutions on site, and why having in-house drafting and the right people in the right roles has been crucial to their growth. The boys also dive into the human side of business – managing different personalities across boilermakers, site crews, draftees and sales teams, handling growing pains, and why the best engineers are the ones who listen to what’s really happening on site. 🔑 What You’ll Learn • How Matt went from 19 years of carpentry to co-founding Built Structural • Why carpentry experience can give you an edge in structural steel • How to take engineer’s details and make them actually buildable on site • The realities of growing a multi-award-winning structural steel business in under four years • Practical tips for managing personalities, values, and stress as your team grows • Why collaboration between engineers, builders, and steel fabricators saves clients money and headaches ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Welcome back from Adelaide & intros 00:50 – Matt’s story: nearly 20 years as a carpenter and chasing something new 02:19 – The lightbulb moment: doing his own steel and starting Built Structural 03:53 – How carpentry experience shapes better structural steel detailing 06:20 – From plans to install: Built Structural’s process, especially on renos 09:20 – Growing a multi-award-winning business in under four years 11:24 – Timber vs steel: what Matt had to relearn in the steel game 13:43 – Hot topic: should engineers have to go to site first? 17:15 – Managing people, values, and different personalities across the business 21:10 – In-house drafting, 3D models, and making life easier for site crews 24:34 – Wrap up, sponsors, and Build Insite disclaimer Hosts: Dean Backman & Luke Callery Guest: Matt Warner from Built Structural 🎧 Listen to the Build Insite Podcast on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. 🌐 Explore more at: https://buildinsite.com.au/ 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @build.insite

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• #46 Collaboration & Sustainable Homes with Brendan from Envision Building – Part 2

  The best builds don’t start with drawings — they start with collaboration. In this episode, we wrap up our chat with Brendan from Envision Building to explore how getting builders involved early can make all the difference when it comes to design, cost, and client satisfaction. Brendan shares how his pre-construction process helps clients stay on budget, the power of open communication between builders and designers, and why taking small, consistent steps toward sustainability can make a huge impact in the long run. He also reflects on mindset, mentorship, and what he’d tell his younger self about building a business that lasts. What You’ll Learn • How early collaboration keeps your project on track • Ways to simplify your pre-construction process • Practical steps to make homes more sustainable • Why coaching and continuous learning matter • Lessons in leadership and work-life balance Chapters 00:00 – Welcome back to Build Insight 00:18 – Collaboration through pre-construction 03:16 – Managing budgets and client expectations 05:26 – The state of the industry post-COVID 07:59 – The value of coaching and business mentorship 08:00 – Building smarter and more sustainably 11:18 – Educating clients through collaboration 13:39 – Communication, teamwork, and staying in your lane 15:44 – Mindset, mentorship, and lessons for the next generation 17:27 – Balance, wellbeing, and finding calm outside of work 19:44 – Quickfire questions and industry insights Hosts: Dean Backman & Luke Callery Guest: Brendan Gill from Envision Building 🎧 Listen to the Build Insite Podcast on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. 🌐 Explore more at: https://buildinsite.com.au/ 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @build.insite

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• #46 What Every Builder Learns the Hard Way with Brendan from Envision Building – Part 1

  “From dreaming of the skies to building homes on the ground.” In this episode, we sit down with Brendan from Envision Building — a South Australian builder who went from aspiring pilot to custom home builder in the stunning Fleurieu Peninsula. Recorded live from the Build Insight Studio in Adelaide, hosts Luke and Dean unpack Brendan’s early beginnings, his first steps into construction, and the lessons he’s learned transitioning from a sole trader to a business owner with a growing team. You’ll hear how Brendan’s approach to quality craftsmanship, transparency, and continuous learning has shaped Envision’s success — and why coaching, systems, and teamwork are central to his building philosophy. 🔑 What You’ll Learn • How Brendan found his way from Year 10 to a lifelong career in building • The challenges and lessons from his first ever project • Why early business coaching shaped his mindset for growth • Insights into managing apprentices and building a strong team culture • The tools and systems Envision Building uses to streamline operations 🕒 Chapters 00:00 – Introduction 00:40 – Meet Brendan from Envision Building 01:03 – Life in the Fleurieu Peninsula 02:00 – From aspiring pilot to carpenter 03:00 – The first taste of construction through TAFE 04:00 – Apprenticeship beginnings and early mentors 06:25 – Launching Envision Building 08:00 – The custom vs. volume builder experience 11:00 – Early business lessons and first project challenges 13:30 – The role of coaching and continuous improvement 17:00 – Building the Envision team and company values 19:00 – Adult apprentices vs. young apprentices 21:00 – What sets Envision apart from other builders 26:00 – How tech and systems transformed their operations 29:00 – Walking through the Envision client process Hosts: Dean Backman & Luke Callery Guest: Brendan Gill from Envision Building 🎧 Listen to the Build Insite Podcast on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. 🌐 Explore more at: https://buildinsite.com.au/ 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @build.insite

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• #45 Business Coaching, Burnout & Growth with Jackson Digney – Part 2

  The theory’s one thing. Making it work in the real world? That’s where it gets interesting. In Part 2 of our conversation with Jackson Digney from Enduro Builders, we dive deeper into the mindset behind scaling a building company — from humble beginnings to leading the way in high-performance, energy-efficient homes. Jackson opens up about the real lessons that shaped his journey: growing up around small business owners, learning the hard way without mentors, and why business coaching completely changed how he leads today. We also get personal — talking burnout, fitness, and what it takes to stay sharp while juggling family, growth, and the daily chaos of running a construction company. What You’ll Learn • Why builders can’t do it all alone — and where to find the right support • The systems and mindset shifts that help Enduro Builders stay profitable • Honest insights into burnout, recovery, and finding balance • How Jackson plans to scale from 25 to 100 builds a year — sustainably • The biggest misconceptions about high-performance homes Chapters 00:00 – Welcome back to Part 2 with Jackson Digney 00:40 – Growing up around small business and early lessons 02:10 – First ventures and business challenges 04:00 – The turning point: why mentoring matters 07:10 – Enduro Builders: team, projects & mission 09:50 – Scaling from 25 to 100 homes a year 13:00 – Planning, cash flow & avoiding insolvency traps 15:00 – Burnout, fitness, and finding balance 20:00 – Advice for young builders entering the industry 21:30 – Quick-fire round: projects, tools & dream collaborations 26:30 – Where to find Enduro Builders & Climashore 27:20 – Build Insite wrap-up and sponsor thanks Hosts: Dean Backman & Luke Callery Guest: Jackson Digney from Enduro Builders and Climashore 🎧 Listen to the Build Insite Podcast on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. 🌐 Explore more at: https://buildinsite.com.au/ 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @build.insite

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• #45 The Builder’s Mindset: Why Jackson Digney Focuses on Healthy, Efficient Homes Part 1

  Jackson Digney’s journey isn’t your typical builder’s story. From growing up on the beaches of Perth to running Enduro Builders and Climashore in Adelaide, Jackson’s career has been driven by curiosity, sustainability, and integrity. In this episode, we unpack how his passion for energy-efficient design and building science has shaped his mission to build homes that last and tread lightly on the planet. Joined by hosts Luke Callery and Dean Backman (live from Adelaide), Jackson shares how sailing, manufacturing, and family lessons on financial discipline led him to building better – from fixing another builder’s books to launching a thriving high-performance building company. 💡 What You’ll Learn • How a sailing hobby led Jackson into the world of building and business • Why sustainability starts with mindset and integrity, not just materials • Lessons from Earthships and the link to modern Passive House design • How Climashore bridges the gap between building science and practicality • Why saying “no” to the wrong client can save your business long-term ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:40 Meet Our Guest: Jackson Digney from Enduro Builders & Climashore 02:00 From Perth to Adelaide: How It All Started 04:10 Lessons from Early Business Struggles 06:30 Launching Enduro Builders (and the power of integrity) 09:00 How Family Shaped His Sustainability Mindset 13:00 Earthships, Self-Sufficiency, and Healthy Homes 17:00 Lessons from Building with His Daughter in Hawaii 19:00 The Birth of Climashore and Building Science Advocacy 23:00 Passive House, Pro Clima & the Science Behind Airtight Homes 26:00 Why Homeowners Need to Care About Moisture and Materials 28:00 Trust, Clients, and Saying “No” in Business 29:30 Final Reflections on Integrity and Building Better Hosts: Dean Backman & Luke Callery Guest: Jackson Digney from Enduro Builders and Climashore 🎧 Listen to the Build Insite Podcast on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. 🌐 Explore more at: https://buildinsite.com.au/ 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @build.insite

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