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Accelerating Careers in Real Estate
Episode 53 - Ian Morrison
May 11, 2022
Ian Morrison, Co-Founder of Beyond and an entrepreneurial developer, shares insights from his extensive career in mixed-use projects. He reflects on his journey from quantity surveying to project management, emphasizing teamwork and continuous learning. Ian discusses his pivotal move to entrepreneurship, sparked by a rugby match conversation, where he seeks to disrupt the housebuilding market with a focus on community design. He also highlights the importance of nurturing future talent in the real estate sector, addressing the challenges young professionals face.
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- Ian Morrison emphasizes the significance of evolving from technical expertise in quantity surveying to developing essential soft skills for effective team leadership.
- His experience at Grosvenor showcases the importance of aligning team capabilities with project demands to ensure successful delivery of complex developments.
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Early Career Challenges and Triumphs
The podcast details Ian Morrison's early career in quantity surveying, which began with his education at the University of Reading amidst a recession. Out of a graduating class of thirty, only four secured jobs, highlighting the competitive job market of the time. Ian was fortunate to gain employment with E.C. Harris, where he gained valuable professional experience and eventually aimed for his chartership with RICS. His exposure to project management during a project for the Grosvenor estate shifted his focus from quantity surveying to a broader role in project management, marking a pivotal point in his career.
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