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The ConTechCrew

The Future is Built! Learn more at: https://thecontechcrew.com/Welcome to The ConTechCrew, hosted by Jeff Sample!Here, we discuss innovation and all things construction tech, including hardware, software, devices, apps, and the strategies for applying them to construction projects.Tune in each week to get your latest construction tech news update.Follow us on social media and join the conversation: @TheConTechCrew

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73:53

How AI and Data Analytics Can Help Manage Work Stress...

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2024/06/11

EPISODE 412: Burnout has long been a cause of higher suicidal rates in the construction industry. But what if there’s a way to detect burnout before anything worse happens?Join me in this week’s episode as my co-host, Nathan Wood, and I speak with Eitan Vesely, a former engineer turned successful founder.Today, we’ll talk about the world of employee well-being and how Eitan’s Watercooler, an AI-powered tool, helps companies detect and combat burnout in their employees. We’ll explore the balance

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71:07

Is AI Smart Enough to Answer Constructability...

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2024/06/04

EPISODE 411: Imagine having a tool that makes it easier for construction workers at all levels to find the information they need. Builder Answers is designed to do just that!Join me in this week’s episode as my co-host, Nathan Wood, and I speak with Marcus Kirkwood, founder of Builder Answers.Builder Answers is an online tool that provides immediate, accessible answers to workers on-site. It aims to bridge the knowledge gap and modernize the construction industry using AI.Today, Marcus discusses the

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73:50

Can Construction Truly Achieve Digital Twin? | Alexis...

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2024/05/28

EPISODE 410: Is digital twinning completely achievable in construction?In this week’s episode, my co-host Jacob D’Albora and I have the pleasure of speaking with Alexis McGuffin, National Director of Digital Delivery at Suffolk Construction.With a solid background in software engineering and nearly two decades of experience in the construction industry, Alexis shares how digital twin is reshaping the industry.She discusses the critical role of trust and collaboration in achieving successful

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47:04

3 Must-Know Secrets for a Healthy and Thriving...

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2024/05/21

EPISODE 409: Imagine a construction job site where every worker feels heard, and seen, where leadership is not about barking orders but about understanding and empathy. That’s what our guest came in for.In this week’s special Pause for the Cause episode, I sit down with Matt Ohley, a seasoned general superintendent from Ajax Paving Industries of Florida.With a solid 27 years of experience in the industry, Matt shares the dramatic changes he has seen in the construction industry over the years

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66:30

How Sketchy Motel Stays are Ruining Your Traveling...

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2024/05/14

EPISODE 408: Have you ever struggled to find good housing while on work travel?We all did at some point.With all these mega projects going on around the country, workforce housing is a very serious challenge. But most people don’t realize that bad housing conditions significantly impact traveling workers’ morale, especially those in construction. So, how are we supposed to address this silent crisis?In this week’s episode, my co-host Nathan Wood and I have the pleasure of interviewing Yeves Perez, a

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Why Laser Projection Works Better Even For Non-BIM...

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2024/05/07

EPISODE 407: Are you struggling with inaccurate construction layouts? Well, say hello to precise projections!In this week’s episode, my co-host Jonathan Marsh and I sit down with William St-Pierre, co-founder and CEO at Mechasys, to discuss his journey from 3D printing to laser projection technology for construction layouts.Discover how this laser technology from Mechasys facilitates precise, efficient, and collaborative construction processes across multiple surfaces.Together, we dive into how

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82:03

From Wall Street to Construction Technology: How a...

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2024/04/30

EPISODE 406: How can a finance expert reshape the construction world and demonstrate its urgent need for cutting-edge technology?In this week’s episode, join my co-host Tannis Liviniuk and me as we dive into the extraordinary journey of Lisa Giuffra Diaz–a former managing director at Goldman Sachs turned construction technology trailblazer and mentor.With over two decades of financial expertise, Lisa shares her unique transition from Wall Street to spearheading innovation in construction.Today, we

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60:25

Is the Future of Construction in the Hands of Trade...

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2024/04/23

EPISODE 405: As fewer students opt for trade schools, addressing today’s skills gap in construction seems far-fetched. But this episode might inspire others to step up and educate the trades of the future.In this week’s episode, I’m joined by an old friend of mine, Jim Jones. Jim is the program director of skilled crafts and trades at Colorado Mountain College (CMC). With a wealth of experience from his years in the construction industry, he built an automotive program for a local high school in

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72:34

Why Smart Building Starts with Smarter Training with...

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2024/04/16

EPISODE 404: Construction is always ahead of what is going to happen. You can’t have a data boom until you have the data center–and somebody has to build it. Yet, most companies don’t put that much weight on extensive training to upskill their people.In this week’s episode, my co-host Jacob D’Albora and I sit down with Ian Theodore, the training director at Austin Commercial, to talk about the critical role of training and technology integration in the construction industry.With a career spanning

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66:24

BIM Reality: How Technology is Transforming...

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2024/04/09

EPISODE 403: Imagine a world where roads and bridges are designed and constructed with unmatched accuracy and efficiency. That future is NOW!In this week’s episode, my co-host Jacob D’Albora and I sit down with Connor Christian, the BIM (Building Information Modeling) operations manager at Kiewit, as we explore how BIM and generative design technology are transforming transportation infrastructure.Drawing on over two decades of experience in the construction and technology industry, Connor shares

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78:44

Is Tribalism Destroying Your Construction Innovation?...

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2024/04/02

EPISODE 402: The biggest challenge in construction isn’t technology; it’s changing perceptions. When did you last hear field workers compliment a tech specialist on his latest software? It seldom happens, and it’s hurting the industry one way or another.In this week’s episode, my co-host Jonathan Marsh and I have the pleasure of interviewing James Faulkner, the CEO and founder of SiteMax.Started as a special project in 2014, SiteMax is a robust jobsite management software built for construction

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69:05

The Ultimate Tools in Achieving Decarbonization and...

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2024/03/26

EPISODE 401: The construction industry consumes a staggering 40% of the world’s resources while simultaneously dumping 40% of waste into landfills. Building a more sustainable future may seem like a far-fetched dream, but this week’s podcast guest thinks otherwise.In this week’s episode, my co-host Nathan Wood and I sit down with Brittany Harris, the amazing founder and CEO of Qflow, to explore groundbreaking projects aimed at decarbonizing the construction industry.Qflow serves as a digital hub

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64:00

How to Become a Paperless Builder with Hamzah...

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2024/03/19

EPISODE 400: Imagine managing your project with construction technology solutions that complement your business needs–it’s like efficiency and collaboration on the next level. But how do we inspire people to become paperless builders?In this week’s episode, my co-host Nathan Wood and I sit down with Hamzah Shanbari, an avid listener of our show and now the Director of Innovation at Haskell. He’s here to talk about Dysruptek’s approach to technology evaluation and implementation in the industry and

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64:50

From ABC to XYZ: The Reality in Construction with...

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2024/03/12

EPISODE 399: Are you tired of dealing with project delays and inaccuracies in construction?In this week’s episode, my co-host Charlie Dunn and I sit down with Dave Mitchell, the founder and CEO of XYZ Reality.XYZ Reality specializes in laser scanning, virtual reality, and 3D augmented reality modeling.After spending numerous years in the field, Dave grew increasingly frustrated with the limitations of constructing from 2D drawings. His frustration sparked the vision of holographic representations in

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55:22

The Other Side of Construction: How Being Human is...

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2024/03/05

EPISODE 398: Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of the construction industry? In this week’s eye-opening Pause for the Cause episode, I sit down with construction tech influencers and hosts of the “No BS with Jen and Jess” show, Jennifer Lacy and Jesus (Jesse) Hernandez.No BS with Jen and Jess is a platform that serves as a community for individuals to connect, elevate each other, and build meaningful relationships within the construction industry, all while applying the principles of Lean

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68:28

How to Unlock AI Governance & Strategy with Mehdi...

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2024/02/27

EPISODE 397: Is AI the future of the AEC industry?Join me and my co-host Ariel Castillo as we discover how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the architecture, engineering, and construction industries with this week’s guest, Mehdi Nourbakhsh, a former structural engineer turned AI expert and CEO of YegaTech.With decades of experience, Mehdi dives deep into the transformative potential of AI–from automating mundane tasks to crafting sustainable futures.He shares his transition from structural

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58:37

Procurement Redefined: How Constrafor is Solving Cash...

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2024/02/20

EPISODE 396: Could there be a solution to one of construction’s biggest challenges–cash flow issues?Join us in this week's episode as my co-host, Jacob D’Albora, and I sit down with Anwar Ghauche, the founder of Constrafor.Constrafor, an innovative construction procurement company, is elevating construction productivity to new heights.Today, Anwar discusses Contrafor’s groundbreaking early pay program and software solutions designed to boost productivity and profitability for contractors and

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65:44

The ConTech Crew 395: Podcast OGs: The Power of...

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2024/02/13

🏗️ Learn more at https://thecontechcrew.comHow is the construction industry keeping pace with the rapidly evolving digital transformation?In this week's episode of The ConTech Crew, my co-host Nathan Wood and I have the pleasure of interviewing Devon Tilly in person.Devon is the founder and host of The Art of Construction podcast and a pioneer in the construction podcasting world. He has been running this podcast for ten years while operating multiple companies, including Window & Door

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64:51

The ConTech Crew 394: People-Driven Innovation with...

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2024/02/06

🏗️ Learn more at https://thecontechcrew.comHow should the construction industry address talent shortage and accelerate innovation?Join me and my co-host, Nathan Wood, as we dive into one of the most talked about topics in the industry with Rick Khan, an industry thought leader and founder of Innov8AEC.Innov8AEC is a leading innovation and tech consulting firm, empowering AEC professionals and organizations to elevate their business value through cutting-edge solutions and strategic guidance.Today,

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The ConTech Crew 393: Practical AI with Patrick E....

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2024/01/30

🏗️ Learn more at https://thecontechcrew.comImagine a construction project where manual takeoffs, a tedious and time-consuming process, are a thing of the past.In this week’s episode, my co-host Jonathan Marsh and I interview Patrick E. Murphy, former congressman and now CEO of Togal.AI, a company that uses AI to automate the estimating process in construction while incorporating ChatGPT to manage construction plans.Throughout our discussion, we delve into the transformative role of AI in the

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