Construction Technology Podcasts

How do you go from dusty job sites to a Silicon Valley boardroom? In this episode, we meet Fraser Patterson - Founder and CEO at Skillit, a New York based con-tech company that’s changing the way construction businesses find skilled workforce.    His journey began in a Hogwarts-like boarding school in Scotland. After finishing education, he became a carpenter, where he came face-to-face with the frustrations of outdated hiring practices in the construction industry. This sparked the Aha moment. He found Skillit, an online platform helping construction businesses find skilled workers from the palm of their hands. The concept attracted millions in venture capital.   Fraser's success is proof that technology is starting to replace the rusty old ways of construction. He shows that groundbreaking ideas can come from anywhere, and the right mix of research, audacity, and data can bring change to giant industries. Join us as we listen to Fraser's extraordinary path and get a peek into the future of construction recruitment. Tune in and learn why: Data is the new oil. The massive impact of data on long-standing, rigid sectors like the construction industry Finding the right Founder-Investor Fit is key to long-term success   Progress requires a deep understanding of how the world works, and not just raw brain power The biggest problems create the biggest opportunities Innovation begins outside the comfort zone: Why your life-changing idea may come from the most unexpected place And much more .. Sign up for our newsletter at: https://bricksbytes.show LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bricks-bytes/ X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/bricksbytespod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmNbunUTIIQDzbJgGJt9_Zg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bricksbytes/ —--------------------------- This episode is brought to you by Shft—the BIM partner you need to fill the gap in your digital skills and tackle your BIM needs, end-to-end.  Visit: https://maketheshft.digital  —---------------------------------- Timestamps: (00:00:00-00:02:35) Intro (00:02:35-00:06:40) Fraser's Journey (00:06:40-00:16:00) Software As A Business (00:16:00-00:24:40) How Construction Sector Is Revolutionized (00:24:40-00:31:25) Make or Break For Someone Building A Product In Construction (00:31:25-00:49:29) Experience of Raising Money (00:49:29-00:52:21) Number One Skill That A CEO Should Learn (00:52:21-00:53:08) Outro

"If you could interview one Venture Capitalist in the world, who would it be?" In today's episode, hosts Owen and Martin sit down and talk about the fascinating intersection of construction, technology, and Big-Money investment. Join them as they look back on their own evolution in a field slow to embrace change. Martin takes us down the rabbit hole where startups meet venture capitalists. And Owen pulls the curtain on the beginning of Bricks & Bytes - and gives us a glimpse of the future. This is their story: the triumphs, the experts, and the startling revelations. Tune in and find out: The funny story of Martin's horror on finding a basement without reinforcement What’s the much awaited Super Series? What’s in it for startup founders? Why does Owen think it's still early days for robots? Are there really NO predefined verticals? Vinod Khosla is Martin's dream venture capitalist. Why? All this and a lot more .. ………………………………………………. Get the latest in Construction-Technology, meet the venture capitalists, hear from the founders and join a thriving community. Sign up for our newsletter at: https://bricksbytes.show LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bricks-bytes/ X: https://twitter.com/bricksbytespod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmNbunUTIIQDzbJgGJt9_Zg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bricksbytes/ ---------------------------------------- This episode is brought to you by Shft—helping contractors like you leverage BIM to secure a leading position in the race towards construction’s digital future. Visit: https://maketheshft.digital ---------------------------------------- Timestamps: (00:00:00-00:03:50) Intro (00:03:50-00:10:30) How Bricks & Bytes Started (00:10:30-00:16:36) Shift of Bricks & Bytes into Investors and Startup Founders (00:16:36-00:21:00) Future VCs Guests Coming Soon (00:21:00-00:27:55) Fun Conversation (00:27:55-00:28:22) Outro

"A £650,000 micro-factory can build 100 homes per year, while a traditional modular factory costing £100M+ struggles to deliver 200 homes annually. The math speaks for itself." In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had Bruce and Oliver from Facit Homes and Facit Technologies sharing their journey of revolutionizing home construction through digital fabrication and micro-factories. Their approach challenges traditional modular construction, showing how bringing manufacturing to the site can be more efficient and cost-effective. Tune in to learn about:  ✅ Why micro-factories are winning over traditional modular factories  ✅ How Facit grew without external investment for 15+ years  ✅ The real cost comparison: £2,400 vs £120,000 per house in factory overhead  ✅ Why software alone can't solve construction's biggest challenges Listen to the full episode to understand why the future of construction might be closer to the building site than you think.  ----- Chapters 00:00 Intro 03:50 Introduction to Facet Homes 06:39 Innovative Manufacturing in Home Construction 09:51 The Microfactory Approach 12:45 Design Philosophy and Flexibility 15:39 Scalability and Customization of Homes 18:52 Target Customers and Engagement Process 21:46 B2B and B2C Dynamics 24:40 Cost Efficiency and Time Savings 27:50 Building Trust in a Skeptical Industry 30:46 Labor and Automation in Construction 33:42 Cultural Changes in Construction 36:40 Future Vision for Facet Homes 44:24 Building the Future: Microfactories and Scalability 47:57 Challenges in Construction: Building a Company 53:51 Investor Perspectives: Overcoming Prejudice in Construction 58:13 Expanding Horizons: Going Beyond the UK 1:06:45 The Evolution of Construction: Modern Methods and Digital Fabrication 1:08:21 Improving Processes: The Future of Construction Technology

In a world teetering on the brink of environmental crisis, we go on a journey where hope meets innovation. In today's episode, we sit down with Anil Sawhney - author of International BIM Implementation Guide and the Head of Sustainability at the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. In an open chat, Anil delves into the heart of future development, talks about the importance of sustainability in the construction industry – and shows us why it is more critical than ever. He takes us on a journey to the future, discussing the need for new regulations and standards to drive change, the skill gaps that need to be bridged, the possibility of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, and much more. Tune in and find out: What does "building green" really mean? It's not just about the planet! We need buildings that are good for people, cost less to run, and use fair practices. How can we build smarter? How to integrate sustainability principles into core work processes – teach builders new ways of doing things and use tech to track how our buildings impact the earth. Can technology help us make buildings that help the planet? The journey ahead to a net zero by 2050. Innovation meets hope. Exciting developments in construction technology and digital tools to measure, report and reduce carbon emissions. To learn more about the future of sustainable development and investment opportunities, sign up for our newsletter : https://bricksbytes.show --------------------------------------------------- This episode is brought to you by Shft—helping contractors like you leverage BIM to secure a leading position in the race towards construction’s digital future. Visit: https://maketheshft.digital ------------------------------------------------- Timestamps: (00:00:00-00:05:30) Intro (00:05:30-00:08:45) Future of Construction Tech According to RICS (00:08:45-00:11:40) Role as a Head Of Sustainability (00:11:40-00:34:20) How to measure Sustainabiliy in Built World (00:34:20-00:43:21) Zero by 2050 In Construction (00:43:21-00:44:44) Outro