Construction Technology Podcasts

Ready for a no-holds-barred look at the high-stakes world of construction tech? Join Owen and Martin for their unfiltered April roundup. We're turning the spotlight on million-dollar deals, underdog wins, robot bricklayers, and all the industry buzz. Plus, get the inside track with our new "Bricks, Bytes & Broadcast" format featuring investor Patric Hellerman. Never miss a beat. Key takeaways from 9 action-packed episodes: Profit-first secrets from real estate heavyweight Shawn Van Dyke (and what's the big deal with the "toothpaste theory"?) Master the fundraising game – learn the art of the pitch East vs. West: Startup pitch strategies clash across continents Could robots be building your next home? We explore the future of automation Multi-billion pound digital transformation at Canary Wharf Get inspired by leaders like Foster + Partners (and their in-house digital tools) And a lot more .. —---------------------------- Stay ahead. Get all the news and insider exclusives delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our newsletter The Bytes Line 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 —--------- BuildVision is a procurement network for the $5T commercial construction market. We are transforming the commercial construction supply chain by bringing contractors, manufacturers, and project stakeholders onto a single software platform—revolutionizing how every component is sourced, purchased, and financed. —---------------------- Timestamps: (00:00:00-00:00:36) Our Sponsors (00:00:36-00:03:25) Some Chit-Chat (00:03:25-00:14:45) B&B Broadcast & Fav Episodes (00:14:45-00:20:58) Robotics in Construction (00:20:58-00:28:08) Interesting Insights From Episodes Released In April (00:28:08-00:33:22) Plans For Future

Construction is not looking  for innovation. It’s solutions like this they’re chasing with millions.  Join us for an exciting episode with Todd Wynne, Co-Founder of Project Atlas and the Chief Innovation Officer at Rogers O'Brien Construction – as he reveals the secrets behind success in construction innovation. Get a clear picture and see why some construction innovations work while most do not. This is a pivotal episode for innovators, venture capitalists, and construction business owners.  Join Wynne as he takes us through his entrepreneurial journey with Project Atlas, a mapping technology acquired by Bluebeam in 2018 after years of passion, perseverance and pitfalls. Discover what companies like Autodesk and Procore are looking for when considering acquisitions – and why innovation needs a framework to be successful in construction.  Key takeaways: The "Better Way" philosophy: How to instil a mindset of continuous improvement within your organisation The Optima framework: A strategic approach to innovating and implementing new technologies Management strategies: Tactics for overcoming resistance and driving successful adoption Insights into the construction tech landscape: Expert guidance on navigating the evolving market and identifying the right solutions for your business. Lessons from a successful acquisition: Hear firsthand how Wynne's entrepreneurial journey with Project Atlas led to a major industry acquisition. And much more.  —---------------------------- Stay ahead. Get all the news and insider exclusives delivered straight to your inbox.  Sign up for our newsletter The Bytes Line at: https://bricks-bytes.com 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—helping contractors like you leverage BIM to secure a leading position in the race towards construction’s digital future. Visit: https://maketheshft.digital  —---------------------------------- BuildVision is a procurement network for the $5T commercial construction market. We are transforming the commercial construction supply chain by bringing contractors, manufacturers, and project stakeholders onto a single software platform—revolutionizing how every component is sourced, purchased, and financed.  —------------------------------------- Timestamps: (00:00:00-00:02:15) Intro (00:02:15-00:06:41) About Project Atlas (00:06:41-00:08:03) How Todd Found His Co-Founder (00:08:03-00:23:18) Defining Innovation And Steps To Implement It (00:23:18-00:34:40) Todd's OPTIMA Framework (00:34:40-00:44:05) Questions To Be Asked Before Making A Big Decision (00:44:05-00:51:18) How To Tackle Cost While Implementing Technology In Construction (00:51:18-00:54:40) Head Count vs Revenue (00:54:40-01:05:27) Story Behind Project Atlas (01:05:27-01:11:34) Keep Building vs Selling (01:11:34-01:12:39) Outro

Join us as Omar El-Ayat, general partner at Euclid Ventures, takes us on a journey into the exciting world of vertical SaaS - and explains its phenomenal impact on the construction industry. Discover how purpose-built software is tackling age-old challenges in construction, helping businesses overcome fragmentation and streamline complex processes. Plus, hear why investing in founders with deep domain expertise is crucial, the importance of addressing critical "hair on fire" problems, and how new technologies like generative AI could influence the next wave of innovation. Key Takeaways: Understand how Vertical SaaS differs from horizontal software and why it's essential for the construction industry. Learn the importance of domain expertise and industry connections in fostering successful Vertical SaaS ventures. Discover the significance of addressing acute pain points ("hair on fire" problems) to drive technology adoption. Tune in to uncover how Vertical SaaS is not just a trend but a transformative force in the construction industry! -------------------------------------------- Stay ahead. Get all the news and insider exclusives delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our newsletter The Bytes Line at: https://bricks-bytes.com 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—helping contractors like you leverage BIM to secure a leading position in the race towards construction’s digital future. Visit: https://maketheshft.digital —---------------------------------- BuildVision is a procurement network for the $5T commercial construction market. We are transforming the commercial construction supply chain by bringing contractors, manufacturers, and project stakeholders onto a single software platform—revolutionizing how every component is sourced, purchased, and financed. ----------------------------------- Timestamps: (0:00 - 2:14) - Intro to Guest and Sponsor (2:14 - 9:30) - Omar's journey as a Venture Investor (9:30 - 14:15) - How To Spot Large Underserved Industry For Investment (14:15 - 15:40) - What Is Vertical SaaS (15:40 - 24:10) - Omar's Approach to Industry where He Is Not An Expert At (24:10 - 32:27) - Recurring Challenges While Selling In Construction (32:27 - 48:30) - Omar's Views on Go-To-Market In Construction (48:30 - 56:20) - Importance of AI while choosing Startups In Vertical Startup (56:20 - 58:36) - Importance of Profitability While Investing In Startups (58:36 - 01:10:52) - Learnings Omar's Learned Building Euclid Ventures (01:10:52 - 01:11:31) - Outro

"If you're a VP of Sales and things go wrong, you either failed or got a bad plan. But if you're a CRO and things go wrong, you probably shouldn't have taken the job."In today's episode of Bricks & Bytes, we had Mike Pettinella and we got to learn about scaling construction tech from zero to a $275M exit, the brutal realities of international expansion, and why targeting owners instead of contractors is the harder but smarter play... and many more!Tune in to find out about:✅ Why sales is only two things: volume and efficiency (and you can't train volume)✅ The real difference between selling to American vs British buyers✅ How Building Connected went from zero revenue to Autodesk acquisition✅ Why dedicated reality capture beats DIY solutions every timeMike's journey from forensic construction consulting to leading sales at unicorn startups reveals hard-won insights about building in the most relationship-driven industry on earth.Listen on Spotify now to hear the full conversation.-----------Our Sponsor: Archdesk - “The #1 Construction Management Software for Growing Companies - Manage your projects from Tender to Handover” check archdesk.comBuildVision - streamlining the construction supply chain with a unified platform - www.buildvision.io---------------Chapters00:00 Intro02:49 Understanding Roles: CRO vs. VP of Sales03:58 Building Connected: The Journey to Acquisition06:05 Transitioning to Monetization: Challenges and Strategies07:55 Sales Strategies: From Inside Sales to Enterprise Deals11:49 Geographic Sales Dynamics: Where's the Business?14:03 Consulting to Sales: Skills and Strategies Transferred16:22 Managing Sales Volume: Efficiency and Technology19:14 Cultural Shift: Selling in EMEA vs. North America24:59 Expanding Markets: Product Adaptation is Key28:58 OnSight IQ: The Journey and Vision of a Startup33:34 Characteristics of Great Founders: Relentlessness and Empathy37:25 Cooking and Morning Routines38:38 Targeting Owners in Construction42:54 The Importance of Construction Data Ownership46:12 Strategies for Targeting Developers49:14 Reality Capture in Construction53:04 Best Practices for Reality Capture56:08 Future of Data Utilization in Construction58:45 Speeding Up Sales Cycles1:00:35 Managing Multiple Stakeholders1:02:09 Closing Big Deals1:04:04 Pricing Strategies in Construction Tech1:05:48 Mentoring in Sales1:09:02 The Story Behind the Art1:11:29 Exciting Product Developments