Construction Technology Podcasts

"I can't make that journey all the way to that facility and write up for you in a Notion board what it's like. You have to go to a construction site to really understand how busy people are." In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had Emidio Piermarini, and we got to learn about the challenges of product management in construction tech, the importance of physical solutions for physical problems, and the value of embracing negative feedback... and many more! Tune in to find out about: ✅ The journey from structural engineering to product management ✅ How Converge is revolutionizing precast concrete tracking ✅ The limitations of software-only solutions in construction ✅ The potential for performance-based contracts in construction tech Listen to the full episode on Spotify to gain insights into the future of construction technology and the importance of bridging the gap between digital solutions and physical realities. ----- 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 ---- 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. 

What would you risk to pursue your dream? For Tom Deane, it meant everything - even if it meant putting in his last penny to go all-in on a bold vision. In this must-listen episode, Tom Deane, Co-Founder of Project Mark shows us what it really takes to be successful in the startup world. He takes us behind the scenes and pulls the curtain on the story behind Project Mark - his innovative Construction-CRM platform. You'll also hear how he and his co-founders bootstrapped just $1,500 into an initial $500,000 before raising a staggering $3 million in seed round. Hear how Tom’s ability to tell a story well made all the difference. You'll also learn: • How to craft a pitch that delivers investment • How to identify and partner with the right VC for long-term success • Usual pitfalls that derail fundraising efforts (and how to avoid them) • How Project Mark empowers construction businesses to win more bids • How struggle and perseverance are key to success • What's possible when you go all-in on your entrepreneurial dreams 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: (00:00:00-00:02:27) Intro (00:02:27-00:10:11) About Tom'e Journey and ProjectMark (00:10:11-00:26:05) Top 50 ConTech Startups in 2024 (00:26:05-00:30:33) How To Build relationship with VCs (00:30:33-00:41:09) Pre & Post Funding Scenarios (00:41:09-00:48:32) Silicon Valley As An Entrepreneur Ecosystem (00:48:32-00:49:39) Outro

In today’s episode, we have Philip Callow, Founder of construction insurance platform Rosetta Risk Management Ltd. In this episode, we learn about the surprising math behind construction insurance premiums, how large projects can be insured for surprisingly low costs and much more! Tune in to find out about: The $440 million UK construction insurance market and how premium rates are set Why the adversarial nature of construction makes insurance so difficult How the Grenfell Tower tragedy changed how underwriters view risk The future of using telematics and AI to provide dynamic risk pricing ---------------------------------------- Philip Callow | Founder at Rosetta Risk Management Ltd —------------------------------------- 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: (00:00:00-00:02:38) Intro (00:02:38-00:09:40) Insurance in context of Construction (00:09:40-00:11:45) Premium Cost of Insurance In Construction (00:11:45-00:27:10) Does the insurer always wins? (00:27:10-00:34:30) Role of data for risk calculation (00:34:30-00:39:20) Real-time data for insurance (00:39:20-00:42:22) Lessons Philip learned from Corporate World (00:42:22-00:43:22) Outro

In this episode, we sit down with Parker Mundt, Vice President of Suffolk Technologies. His story is as unique as it is fascinating. Join us as we discover how Parker’s unique background is shaping the future of the construction industry with groundbreaking solutions – and empowering startups.  Listen as Parker shares insider insights on the most promising areas for technological disruption, the key factors driving the adoption of new solutions, and what it takes to build a successful construction tech startup.  Find out: The best Go-To-Market strategies on construction tech right now The critical role of seamless implementation and demonstrable ROI Emerging opportunities in design tech, supply chain, robotics, and more Strategies for founders to validate ideas, raise funds, and build investable companies 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 - 02:32) - Intro to Parker & Our Sponsors (02:32 - 07:13) - Parker's Journey (07:14 - 18:19) - About Boost - Built World Accelerator Program (18:20 - 32:41) - About Suffolk Tech (32:42 - 39:57) - Capabilities of LLMs and AI (39:58 - 42:17) - Unicorns Creation in Design Space (42:18 - 47:07) - Growth Strategies for Construction Tech Startups (47:08 - 54:36) - Strategy For Go-To-Market and Sales (54:37 - 01:03:45) - How To Build Better Investable Startup (01:03:45 - 01:04:47) - Outro