The Copper Connection Podcast – Season 2, Episode 23
Who Really Builds a Building? Roles & Careers in Construction Explained
Ever wondered who actually does what on a construction project? In this episode of The Copper Connection Podcast, host Chris Bailey breaks down the key professional roles in the construction and built environment industry — in clear, simple language for students, plumbing apprentices, and construction learners.
You’ll discover how architects, civil and structural engineers, building services engineers, surveyors, building inspectors, BIM designers, retrofit specialists and contracts managers all fit together to plan, design and deliver the buildings you work on.
We connect the theory to real site situations, so you can see exactly how these roles affect your day‑to‑day work, your college studies, and your future construction or plumbing career.
Whether you’re revising for a UK construction qualification, just starting your plumbing apprenticeship, or exploring professional pathways beyond the tools, this episode will help you understand the bigger picture — and your place in it.
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