Construction Technology Podcasts

The #1 Decision You Will Ever Make In Construction Business. In this episode, business coach, author, and founder of Built To Build Shawn Van Dyke talks about the core principles that make construction businesses highly profitable. Shawn tells us his own story in which we see how career paths can take surprising twists and turns. Join us as Shawn shares the fundamental elements of success - ones that fuelled his climb to the top. Hear the remarkable story of a man going from an average carpenter to unprecedented business success in real estate development. Discover how pattern recognition, discipline, and a knack for business fuel an unexpected rise in the construction industry. Key Takeaways: Career paths aren't always linear – embrace unexpected opportunities How passion sparks success, even when everything else is going south Why business knowledge is vital in the construction world The art of Giving back - see how it empowers you within the industry And much more .. #construction #bricksandbytes #constructiontechnology #startups #venturecapitalists #businesscoaching  —---------------------------- 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 ---------------------------- Timestamps: (00:00:00-00:02:39) Intro (00:02:39-00:09:25) About Shawn's Journey (00:09:25-00:17:00) About Switching Careers (00:17:00-00:24:30) Principles behind Profit First Method (00:24:30-00:42:34) How To Implement Technology In Construction Businesses (00:42:34-00:45:13) Hardest Thing About Writing A Book (00:45:13-00:45:56) Outro

In this episode of BBBC, we had Vivin Hegde, GP and founding partner of Zacua Ventures, and we got to learn about Firmus, a groundbreaking software that's revolutionizing the way we approach design coordination and risk mitigation in construction projects... and many more! Tune in to find out about: ✅ How Firmus's AI-driven platform detects and mitigates design issues early on ✅ The challenges of design coordination among stakeholders and how technology can help ✅ Pricing strategies for construction tech startups based on target audience and value ✅ Firmus's funding rounds and what they indicate about the company's growth ----------------------------- Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview 02:20 Discussion of Firmus and its AI Design Review Platform 06:09 Focus on 2D Design and Clash Detection 09:38 Challenges of Coordination in the Design Process 13:19 Using Technology and Workflow to Improve Design Coordination 16:26 Similar Companies and Investment in Firmus 22:07 Funding Rounds and Market Trends 24:24 Conclusion

What if the next construction tech unicorn is bootstrapped and uses AI to revolutionize how we design buildings?  Rohan from Joyst, a bootstrapped AI company, shows it's possible in the construction proposal space. In our latest Bricks and Bytes monthly recap, Owen and Martin break down July's most fascinating developments in construction technology, featuring conversations with industry leaders. Tune in to discover: ✅ Bernardo Gamboa's take on Latam's unique construction tech ecosystem ✅ Amir Berman (BuildDots) on effective go-to-market strategies for startups ✅ Rohan from Joyst and Shar from Firmus on AI in construction documentation ✅ Dev from NPLAN on innovative pricing models in construction tech  Listen now to hear our insights on July's biggest industry shifts. ----------------------- Sign up to the #1 Newsletter In Construction Tech. Join over 1,000 like-minded Founders, Investors and Techies disrupting the way we build. Forever : https://bricks-bytes.beehiiv.com/subscribe 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/ 00:00 Parenting and Catching Up 02:09 Project Tensions in Construction 05:12 The Need for a Single Solution in Construction Tech 08:33 Exploring Robotics in Construction with Bit Builders 10:01 Go-to-Market Strategies and Value-Based Pricing in Construction Tech 13:16 Updates on the Podcast Network

The truth about BIM that will leave us questioning everything we thought and said about the technology. In this episode, we have the pleasure of sitting down with BIM expert and Co-Founder of Shft - Michelle du Plessis. The straight-talking Managing Director of Shft takes us straight to the heart of BIM. Michelle, an architect-turned-BIM consultant, pulls back the curtain and reveals the truth about the technology reshaping the construction industry. In a candid conversation, Michelle dishes out some hard truths about BIM and builders. Discover the biggest misconception about this emerging field and why there's so much unwarranted negativity surrounding it. Tune in and explore: The biggest myth about BIM and why the negativity around it might be justified The harsh reality of homeownership: buying properties you know little about If text-to-BIM technology can make BIM more accessible Will small-scale projects eventually adopt BIM? (Michelle's predictions) Why top contractors outsource BIM and the commercial drivers behind it And a lot 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—helping contractors like you leverage BIM to secure a leading position in the race towards construction’s digital future. Visit: https://maketheshft.digital —---------------------------------- Timestamps: (00:00:00-00:03:11) Intro (00:03:11-00:05:55) How and Why BIM Consulting (00:05:55-00:14:40) Understanding BIM and Common Misconceptions (00:14:40-00:21:45) About Shft and its Customer Base (00:21:45-00:26:00) Impact of BIM on Mid-sized Projects (00:26:00-00:35:13) Negative Perceptions Towards BIM (00:35:13-00:44:50) Text To BIM (00:46:10-00:47:13) Outro