Best Construction Software Solutions Podcasts (2025)

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"The Industry Is Fundamentally Incapable of Change" - Spacemaker Founder Explains Why 1:03:27

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"The industry is fundamentally incapable of change because there are so many interconnected problems." That's what Carl Christensen realized when he first looked at construction from the outside. In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had Carl Christensen, co-founder of Spacemaker (acquired by Autodesk), and we got to learn about why the AEC in…

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Enhance Earthquake Safety with Seismic Retrofit Strategies – Ep 169 24:59

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In this episode, I talk with Joe Demers, P.E., a civil engineer at Alpha Structural, about seismic retrofit strategies to enhance building safety. Despite decades of warnings, many cities remain dangerously unprepared for major earthquakes, often relying solely on outdated building codes. Joe shares his extensive experience in structural repair and…

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How Data, Curiosity & Culture Transform Construction 25:32

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How do construction leaders make better decisions in a world overflowing with data? Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025, this conversation with Frank Phillips and Ashley Grassano from the University of Florida explores how curiosity, culture, and clear communication help teams turn raw information into meaningful action. Frank and Ashley shar…

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90% of Construction Firms Have ZERO Employees - The Reality of Residential Construction in America 1:04:44

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How do you run a $2 trillion segment of the economy with just a book? In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had Dmitry Alexin from Handoff and we got to learn about how AI is transforming residential construction, why 90% of US construction firms are one-person operations struggling with back-office work, and how a former IMF economist ended u…

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How Our High School Band Led To HVAC Software - Building HVAKR 1:14:50

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From indie rock band to HVAC software startup—how's that for a pivot? In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had Davis Muxlow and Andrew Krippner from HVAKR and we got to learn about building construction tech from the ground up, the innovator's dilemma killing legacy software companies, and why making products faster might actually hurt your r…

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Building Smarter: How to Scale Innovation Across Construction Teams 26:40

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What does it take to scale construction innovation without losing the human touch? Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025, this conversation with Jason Waddell, Director of Construction Technology at Batson-Cook Construction, dives into how one of the Southeast’s leading builders is bridging the gap between field and office through connected tec…

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Beyond the Facade: AI, Sustainability & the Future of Design 26:07

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Simon Whelan from FenestraPro returns to Bridging the Gap for another insightful conversation—this time live from Autodesk University! In this episode, Simon and Todd Weyandt dive into the evolving world of facade design, the critical role of sustainability in architecture, and how AI is transforming the design process. Simon shares why early desig…

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LIVE at SpeckleCon 2025 - Bricks & Bytes - Full Stream 1:56:08

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In this special episode, we're broadcasting live from SpeckleCon 2025 in London, where the future of construction technology is being written in real-time. We sat down with some of the biggest names in AEC tech to talk about the one thing everyone's finally paying attention to: data. We hear from Suffolk Construction and Pomerlau on turning BIM cha…

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built hapily podcast | Season 3, Episode 4 - Rachel Sullivan, RevOnyx 7:52

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Rachel Sullivan, Head of Partnerships at RevOnyx, shares her journey from auditing to RevOps to partnerships, emphasizing why automation can't replace human connection in building successful partnerships. After fixing a broken Zoho instance during a two-week YouTube bender, Rachel discovered her passion for solving system problems and helping peopl…

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The Construction Playbook Every Subcontractor Needs with Joe Siewell 34:21

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Learn how to protect your profit, avoid delays, and keep your projects running smoothly with construction consultant Joe Siewell — a specialist in helping subcontractors defend their pay, prevent claims, and stay compliant. In this episode of Construction Trailblazers, host Samantha C. Prestidge and Joe break down: ✅ The biggest communication gaps …

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Designing Monorail Systems to Solve Real Engineering Challenges – Ep 168 47:28

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In this episode, I talk with Carlos Banchik, P.E., CEO and Chairperson of the Board at Innova Technologies Inc., about tackling global monorail engineering challenges with creative solutions. We explore what it takes to design monorail systems that combine structural precision, complex geometry and multidisciplinary integration, including seismic r…

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Connected Workflows & Practical AI 18:55

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How do we move AI from hype to helpful in civil and site design? Live from AU 2025, ISG’s Jason Douglas shares how connected workflows across Forma, Revit, Civil 3D, and ACC are becoming real; why fast, responsive partners matter; and how Dynamo scripts eliminated version ping-pong to save time in production. We dig into training at scale, automati…

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You Can't Build Buildings With AI - Why Skilled Trades Matter More Than Ever 1:05:28

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"Universities Are 15 Years Behind, We Don't Need More Degrees" In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had Gary Cowan, the head of digital construction at Kane Group and we got to learn about how MEP contractors are becoming technology companies, why the traditional education system is failing construction workers, and the real challenges behind…

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The Real Meaning of Innovation in Construction 30:36

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How do you build a culture where innovation thrives instead of being feared? Recorded live at Autodesk University in Nashville, this conversation with Cliff Cole, Director of Virtual Design and Construction at The PENTA Building Group, dives into what it really takes to embed innovation into the DNA of a construction company. Cliff shares how story…

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"Why Your Construction Tech Stack Looks Like a Mess" - Construction Tech Stack Management Complexities 1:03:54

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"Often it results in an almost Frankenstein technology stack where you may have different things for different reasons." This is the reality of construction tech adoption today. In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had Josh Weyand from Trunk Tools and we got to learn about navigating the messy world of construction technology, why some soluti…

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From Data to Decisions: BIM Governance, AI & Interoperability 25:10

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What does it take to build a data strategy that empowers people—rather than overwhelms them? Live from AU Nashville, BIM governance leader Kirsty Hogg unpacks how to build a useful data strategy (not a data swamp), keep feedback lightweight in ACC, and prepare your teams for AI, machine learning, and cloud-first workflows. We dig into lessons-learn…

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From Seed to Series B - What Actually Worked Along the Way 51:39

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"If I could do some things over, I would have hired marketing leadership earlier, even before sales." That's what Document Crunch CEO Josh Levy told his VP of Marketing, Lori Peters. In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had Lori Peters from Document Crunch and we got to learn about why construction tech marketing is fundamentally different fr…

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Making Sustainability Work: Turning Vision into Action 31:11

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What does it take to make sustainability more than a buzzword? Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025 in Nashville, this conversation with Allison Scott, Director of Customer Experience & Industry Engagement at Autodesk, dives into how sustainability becomes real when it’s woven into the daily workflow. Allison shares how the AEC industry is ent…

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The Fellowship of Design: Conquering AEC’s Workflow Quests 25:30

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What does it take to turn AEC’s ‘impossible quests’—like coordination, data sharing, and upskilling—into victories? Every great innovation begins with a quest. Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025 in Nashville, this episode features Jessica Brams-Miller, Director of Design Technology at Hart Howerton, as she leads us through the epic adventure…

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Connected by Design: Building the Future of Construction Data 29:00

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How can construction finally break free from silos and unlock the full power of connected data? Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025 in Nashville, this conversation with Lalith Subramanian, Global VP of Product & Engineering, explores the future of an end-to-end industry cloud — where design, preconstruction, and operations all work from the s…

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Automation for Structural Engineers to Improve Design Workflows – Ep 167 40:07

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In this episode, I talk with Stijn Jansen, Chief Product Officer at VIKTOR, about automation for structural engineers and how advanced digital tools are changing the design process in the AEC industry. From building high-performance automation workflows to using AI and parametric design for structural optimization, this conversation explores how en…

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Becoming the 'Procore' for Subcontractors: How Jengai Is Rebuilding Preconstruction Tech with Shayne Paterson 36:01

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Welcome to Construction Trailblazers! In this episode, host Samantha C Prestidge sits down with Shayne Patterson, the co-founder of Jengai, to explore the transformative power of technology in the construction industry. Shayne shares his fascinating journey from investment banking to creating innovative solutions for subcontractors. Discover how Je…

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"We Tripled Our Profits In 3 Years With Automation" - Marc Barone - COO - Buro Happold 1:14:46

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"We've nearly tripled our profits in three years - and it wasn't one big change, it was a million small ones." In today's episode of the Bricks & Bytes, we had Marc Barone, COO of Buro Happold, and we got to learn about how they scaled from strong to exceptional, the real impact of AI on engineering productivity, and why listening matters more than…

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Culture on the Bleeding Edge: How Satterfield & Pontikes Drives Change from the Field Up 31:21

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What does it take to turn skeptics into champions of innovation? Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025, this conversation with Mark Dinius of Satterfield & Pontikes dives into how one of Texas’s most forward-thinking builders is shaping a “bleeding-edge” culture where technology, trust, and field-first innovation thrive. From leading a major Pr…

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71% Still Use Spreadsheets in 2025 - Smart Staffing Solution from Top 20 GCs 1:06:32

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71% of construction companies are still using Excel to manage thousands of employees—and it's costing them millions in lost projects. In this episode of Bricks & Bytes, Owen and Martin sit down with Lauren Lake, co-founder of Bridgit, and Kevin Ferguson from AECO Product Marketing to uncover how two college students disrupted the construction workf…

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From Jobsite to Data Site: How Construction Tech Is Finally Solving the Real Problems 33:47

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What happens when someone who’s lived the chaos of the jobsite starts leading global construction sales at Autodesk? Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025, this conversation with Brent Ramos dives into the human side of construction tech — solving the real problems that happen every day on projects. Brent shares his journey from fourth-generati…

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AI Isn't Taking Your Job - It's Taking Your Identity - The Self-Worth Crisis from a Built World Investor 1:07:19

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"If you can't get to $5M in recurring revenue in 18 months, you're probably not venture fundable right now." KP Reddy just called out the entire construction tech ecosystem—and he's not holding back. In today's episode of Bricks & Bytes, we had KP Reddy and we got to learn about why most construction tech startups are chasing the wrong business mod…

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Building With Conviction: Faith-Driven Leadership in Construction with Adam Swain 30:43

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In this episode of Construction Trailblazers, host Samantha C Prestige discusses faith-driven leadership with Adam Swain, founder of 6 33 Group, a civil construction company in Colorado. Adam shares his journey from discovering his faith in college to creating a people-first business rooted in care, integrity, and faith. They explore the challenges…

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How Parametric Insurance Transforms Structural Engineering Resilience – Ep 166 27:12

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In this episode, we talk with Kate Stillwell, PE, SE, MBA, president of parametric insurance at Neptune Flood about parametric insurance in structural engineering and how it empowers communities with faster, more accessible recovery after disasters. We explore her journey from engineering to entrepreneurship and the innovative models driving resili…

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Building Trust in Transformation: AI, Data, and Partner Agility 25:51

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How do you lead through change when innovation is happening at lightning speed? Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025 in Nashville, this conversation with Rachel Tuller, VP Global Channels at Autodesk, explores how data, AI, and culture are redefining success in the partner ecosystem. The discussion dives into what it takes to build trust, comm…

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What does it take to bring true innovation into one of the world’s most risk-averse industries? In this episode of Bridging the Gap, Todd and Ryan unpack how to move from breakthrough technology to real-world adoption. The discussion explores why being honest about where you really are matters more than hype, how simplicity often beats complexity, …