Friday Feb 06, 2026
The Culture Builders - Working in ways that make us 'fit to retire'
What does it take to lose 40kg while navigating the high-pressure world of civil engineering? In this episode, Lee Piper, a senior leader at Costain, joins us to share his incredible journey from burnout to reclaiming his health. Lee candidly discusses the physical and emotional toll of site life, from the camaraderie of late-night team sessions in Cornwall to the isolation of living in away from home. As well as the specific "trigger" that led him to prioritise his well-being in the run up to retirement.
This conversation is a must-listen for any leader feeling the weight of their role as they approach the later stages of a career. Lee and Chris unpack the concept of being "fit to retire," moving beyond financial planning to focus on physical and mental longevity. From hitting a 15,000-step daily goal to navigating social pressures around alcohol, Lee offers practical, lived-in advice on how to tune out the external noise and invest in your own "Bank of Me".
2 months ago
Friend and colleague for over 30 years Keep up the good work, proud to know you . all that you have achieved in that time and still going forward, well done mate Iwan👏👏👏👍🏻
2 months ago
Absolutely honest and superb account of how it was and where your journey is going……look forward to sharing a zero with you,proud of you buddy 👍