S5 I Ep 3 I People, Purpose & Progress with Turner & Townsend I SOapbox: Voices of the Energy Transition

The SOapbox Series

In the latest episode of the SOapbox podcast, our host Scarlett Menzies, Business Manager at Spencer Ogden, is joined by Andy Baker, Director of Energy and Natural Resources at Turner & Townsend.

Together, they explore what it takes to lead through rapid change in one of the most complex and fast-paced sectors of the energy industry. From the evolution of mega-projects to the importance of company values, Andy offers a candid look at the people, projects, and mindset driving Turner & Townsend’s European energy and natural resources business forward.

From talent shortages and regulatory shifts to digital transformation and culture-building, this conversation dives into the real-world challenges of delivering the energy transition at scale - and the leaders making it happen.
04:41 – Navigating the pace and scale of the energy transition: why moving fast and smart matters.

07:15 – What we can learn from mega-projects that delivered real impact.

08:35 – Unpacking the biggest talent challenges facing the energy sector today.

13:27 – A proud milestone: Andy reflects on integrating CBRE’s project management group into the business.

16:53 – What’s driving the talent shortage and how Turner & Townsend is leading the charge to solve it.

19:50 – Opening doors: creating opportunities in data centres and other fast-growing sectors.

22:36 – Career-defining moments: the experiences that shaped Andy’s industry perspective.

27:46 – The energy future is bright: what excites Andy most about the road ahead.

30:51 – For those just starting out: one piece of advice for the next generation of energy leaders.

33:04 – A book that changed his thinking and still inspires today.

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