Episode 1: Haydn Meets Makin Construction – 15 Years of Working Together
The Road Show kicks off on the Gold Coast, where Haydn catches up with long-time client and friend, Nick Makin from Makin Construction. After 15 years of working together, they reflect on how far they’ve both come, from pricing carports to delivering multi-million-dollar homes.
Nick shares how his commitment to honesty, family balance, and boutique quality has shaped his business, and how Price A Plan’s estimating support has helped him grow with confidence.
What you’ll hear in this episode
- How Nick grew from $50k jobs to $12M builds
- Lessons from 15 years of builder–estimator collaboration
- The importance of honesty and strong client relationships
- Balancing business, family, and taking time to live life
- The mindset behind sustainable growth in construction
Watch the first episode below and follow Haydn as he hits the road to share real stories from builders across Australia.
HAYDN SIMMONS & NICK MAKIN