About this episode

Guy Stanley interviews Kimberley Chant about her experiences and insights in the construction industry as a woman in a male-dominated field.

✨ Subscribe to Show Notes for more from Space by Stansons at https://www.stansons.co.uk/space ✨ In this episode of Space by Stansons, Guy meets Kimberley Chant, Head of Pre-Construction at EC1 Build, to explore the often unseen world behind successful workplace projects. From estimating and cost planning to managing teams and guiding clients through complex decisions, Kimberley shares what really happens before a project reaches site. Kimberley reflects on how she found her way into fit out after studying civil engineering, and why pre-construction sits at the centre of the process. She explains the common details clients underestimate, from installation costs and trims to lighting, mechanical systems, and the hidden extras that can quickly push a budget up. The conversation also explores Kimberley’s personal journey as a Thai-British woman in a male-dominated industry. She speaks honestly about confidence, resilience, imposter syndrome, and learning to stand up for herself after difficult experiences in her career. Along the way, Kimberley shares the work ethic she inherited from her mum, the importance of being in a workplace where you are valued, and why good management is…

People in this episode

Host: Guy Stanley

Guest: Kimberley Chant

Topics covered

• construction
• women in construction
• leadership
• resilience
• workplace culture

Keywords

• construction
• pre-construction
• women in construction
• leadership
• imposter syndrome
• workplace culture
• resilience

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: EC1 Build

Places: Thailand, Britain

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