Bricks And Bytes

Bricks And Bytes
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A show about construction technology, business, and entrepreneurship. Welcome to the Bricks and Bytes Podcast, where we bring together the worlds of construction, technology, and entrepreneurship. We explore the innovative ideas and groundbreaking advancements that are shaping the future of the industry.

  1. 2D AGO

    You Can't Build Buildings With AI - Why Skilled Trades Matter More Than Ever

    "Universities Are 15 Years Behind, We Don't Need More Degrees" In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had Gary Cowan, the head of digital construction at Kane Group and we got to learn about how MEP contractors are becoming technology companies, why the traditional education system is failing construction workers, and the real challenges behind construction automation that nobody talks about. Tune in to find out about: ✅ Why breaking down buildings into modular components and prefabricating in factories is changing project delivery across the UK and Ireland ✅ The massive shift from siloed Excel files to cloud-based real-time data systems and what it takes to make that transformation work ✅ Why universities teaching 15-year-old methods are creating a skills gap and why we need more tradespeople who understand technology ✅ The hidden problems with construction robots that sound great in theory but struggle with real-world challenges like consistent finishes and quality control Watch now to hear Gary break down how traditional contractors are evolving into digital-first service providers. Our Sponsor: Archdesk - “The #1 Construction Management Software for Growing Companies - Manage your projects from Tender to Handover” check archdesk.com BuildVision - streamlining the construction supply chain with a unified platform - www.buildvision.io Aphex is the multiplayer planning platform where construction teams plan together, stay aligned, and deliver projects faster – check out aphex.co Chapters 00:00 Intro & Sponsors 04:26 Introduction to Digital Construction 07:21 Understanding the Role of Head of Digital Construction 10:12 Challenges in Existing Structures and Digital Verification 13:19 The Importance of Collaboration in Construction 16:13 The Evolution of Technology in Construction 19:25 Prefabrication and Its Integration in Design 22:20 The Digital Tool Tech Stack 25:05 Virtual Reality in Construction 28:19 Augmented Reality and Reality Capture Solutions 33:55 The Rise of XR Technology 34:11 AI: Hype vs. Reality 35:54 Navigating AI Adoption 38:15 The Challenge of Authenticity in Tech 39:44 The Importance of Expertise 43:08 Evaluating Tech Solutions 45:17 Frustrations with Vendor Solutions 47:19 Rolling Out New Technologies 50:07 Aligning Data Across the Business 52:26 Pain Points in Real-Time Data 56:12 Robotics in MEP 1:00:07 Expanding Digital Construction Services 1:02:05 The Future of Digital Construction

    1h 5m

  2. OCT 30

    "Why Your Construction Tech Stack Looks Like a Mess" - Construction Tech Stack Management Complexities

    "Often it results in an almost Frankenstein technology stack where you may have different things for different reasons." This is the reality of construction tech adoption today. In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had Josh Weyand from Trunk Tools and we got to learn about navigating the messy world of construction technology, why some solutions stay point solutions while others scale enterprise-wide, and the critical mistake vendors make when trying to sell to large contractors... and many more! Tune in to find out about: ✅ Why building trust and credibility matters more than your product features when selling to contractors ✅ The real reasons technologies don't scale (hint: it's not always about the product) ✅ How to align your solution to business initiatives instead of hitting friction at every step ✅ What makes construction-specific tools win over generic software solutions Watch now to hear Josh's insights from his time as Director of Emerging Technologies at Suffolk and his current role helping builders solve real problems. Our Sponsor: Archdesk - “The #1 Construction Management Software for Growing Companies - Manage your projects from Tender to Handover” check archdesk.com BuildVision - streamlining the construction supply chain with a unified platform - www.buildvision.io 📩 Subscribe to the Bricks & Bytes Newsletter: https://bricks-bytes.beehiiv.com/ 🌐 Visit our website: http://bricks-bytes.com/ 📲 Follow us: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bricks-bytes/ Twitter: https://x.com/bricksbytespod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bricksbytes/ Enjoying the insights? Hit that Subscribe button to stay ahead in construction tech, AI, and the future of how we build. Chapters 00:00 Intro 03:45 Navigating Construction Technology: Insights from the Field   14:36 The Challenges of Scaling Tech Solutions   25:37 Peer Groups and Shared Success in Construction Tech   30:14 Overcoming Frustrations with Tech Vendors   31:47 From Pilot to Scale: Best Practices for Adoption   36:46 The Value of Piloting Technology   40:38 Understanding Innovation Theater   44:56 Buying Technology in Construction   48:18 Core Technologies for General Contractors   51:57 Transitioning to Trunk Tools   56:16 The Role of an Enterprise Solutions Engineer   01:00:40 Winning the Market with Construction Specificity

    1h 4m

  3. OCT 28

    From Seed to Series B - What Actually Worked Along the Way

    "If I could do some things over, I would have hired marketing leadership earlier, even before sales." That's what Document Crunch CEO Josh Levy told his VP of Marketing, Lori Peters. In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had Lori Peters from Document Crunch and we got to learn about why construction tech marketing is fundamentally different from other SaaS industries, how to scale from seed to Series B, and what's actually working in 2025. Tune in to find out about: ✅ Why conferences are their biggest lead generation channel (while other SaaS companies avoid them) ✅ How they expanded nationally by going where their customers were, not just selling remotely ✅ The shift from marketing-led pipeline to fully integrated go-to-market teams ✅ Why LinkedIn still dominates and how AI is changing organic search forever Watch now to hear how a 10-year construction tech marketing veteran built a winning strategy from the ground up. Our Sponsor: Archdesk - “The #1 Construction Management Software for Growing Companies - Manage your projects from Tender to Handover” check archdesk.com BuildVision - streamlining the construction supply chain with a unified platform - www.buildvision.io Chapters 00:00 Intro 03:26 Introduction to Document Crunch and Construction Tech 06:28 Evolution of Marketing in Construction Tech 09:23 Marketing Strategies Through Funding Stages 12:23 Challenges in Scaling Marketing Operations 15:11 Effective In-Person Marketing Channels 18:29 Community Initiatives: Built by Builders and Crunch Community 21:28 Targeting Customers and Tailoring Messages 30:03 The Costly Disruptions in Construction 30:58 Understanding Disputes and Their Impact 32:28 The Role of Customer Advisory Boards 34:43 Navigating the AI Landscape in Construction 37:39 Building Trust in AI Solutions 38:59 Leveraging Investor Relationships 40:17 Partnerships and Trust in Marketing 42:23 AI in Marketing Strategies 47:30 Marketing Nuances in the Construction Industry 49:19 The Importance of Thought Leadership 52:12 Structuring a Growing Marketing Team 53:49 Technology in the Marketing Stack 54:57 Future Predictions for Marketing in AEC

    52 min

  4. OCT 21

    "We Tripled Our Profits In 3 Years With Automation" - Marc Barone - COO - Buro Happold

    "We've nearly tripled our profits in three years - and it wasn't one big change, it was a million small ones." In today's episode of the Bricks & Bytes, we had Marc Barone, COO of Buro Happold, and we got to learn about how they scaled from strong to exceptional, the real impact of AI on engineering productivity, and why listening matters more than action in your first 90 days as a leader... and many more! Tune in to find out about: ✅ How Buro Happold grew 75% in three years while tripling profitability ✅ Why understanding what to say no to is as important as knowing what to say yes to ✅ The truth about measuring AI productivity gains and what actually works ✅ Why your first 90 days as COO should be about listening, not changing everything Watch now on YouTube! Link in the comments! ------------------ Our Sponsor: Archdesk - “The #1 Construction Management Software for Growing Companies - Manage your projects from Tender to Handover” check archdesk.com BuildVision - streamlining the construction supply chain with a unified platform - www.buildvision.io ------------ Chapters 00:00 Intro03:35 Introduction and Background05:36 Overview of Bureau Hapold06:47 Technical vs Commercial Risk Management08:59 Growth and Profitability Strategies12:45 Path to COO Role16:01 Leadership and Team Dynamics19:45 Culture and Employee Engagement25:39 Digital Transformation and AI Integration33:38 Innovation and Technology Solutions38:04 The Gradual Rollout of AI Tools42:19 Balancing Automation and Human Resources47:19 The Importance of Local Expertise52:26 Evaluating AI Tools for Business57:11 The Future of AI and Market Dynamics01:04:17 Measuring Productivity Gains from Technology01:09:08 First Steps for a New COO

    1h 15m

  5. OCT 14

    71% Still Use Spreadsheets in 2025 - Smart Staffing Solution from Top 20 GCs

    71% of construction companies are still using Excel to manage thousands of employees—and it's costing them millions in lost projects. In this episode of Bricks & Bytes, Owen and Martin sit down with Lauren Lake, co-founder of Bridgit, and Kevin Ferguson from AECO Product Marketing to uncover how two college students disrupted the construction workforce planning industry—and built a company that now serves half of the top 20 general contractors in North America. In this episode: Why 42% of contractors are turning down projects despite high demand (hint: it's not what you think) The "crane hunting" strategy that led to a Harvard Business School case study How Bridget went from $0 to $4M ARR in just 2 years by solving one simple problem Why construction companies are now budgeting $100K+ for workforce planning software The shocking reason employees are leaving construction jobs (and it's not the pay) What happens when executives ask "where are our people?" and nobody knows the answer The hidden cost of breaking up winning project teams after every job How AI and experience tracking are revolutionizing team composition decisions Why there's been ZERO research data on project team success since 1999 The global expansion playbook that worked across North America, Australia, and the UK "Our goal was simple: we just need to replace Excel. And that's actually a really challenging goal." — Lauren Lake Whether you're a contractor struggling with resource allocation, a tech founder looking for validation strategies, or simply curious about how construction's labor shortage is reshaping the industry—this episode reveals why workforce planning has become the most critical investment in construction technology. Our Sponsor: Archdesk - “The #1 Construction Management Software for Growing Companies - Manage your projects from Tender to Handover” check archdesk.com BuildVision - streamlining the construction supply chain with a unified platform - www.buildvision.io 🎧 Listen to the Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0xSpdQpmgf0xJvAsGAQRX5?si=QgmckXGVRnO46vOZKa0I1Q 📩 Subscribe to the Bricks & Bytes Newsletter: https://bricks-bytes.beehiiv.com/ 🌐 Visit our website: http://bricks-bytes.com/ 📲 Follow us: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bricks-bytes/ Twitter: https://x.com/bricksbytespod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bricksbytes/ Enjoying the insights? Hit that Subscribe button to stay ahead in construction tech, AI, and the future of how we build. ----------------- Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:40 Introduction to Bridget and Its Founders 03:38 The Secret to Success in Workforce Planning 05:17 Identifying Pain Points in Workforce Planning 08:15 The Harvard Business School Case Study 12:08 Validating the Product with Early Customers 14:16 The Evolution of the Product 16:55 Challenges of Replacing Excel 18:12 The Importance of Visibility in Workforce Management 19:27 The State of Workforce Planning Report 20:39 Granular vs. Executive Workforce Management 22:35 Transforming Workforce Planning Meetings 24:41 Creating a New Category in Workforce Planning 26:56 Rapid Growth and Market Penetration 28:15 ROI in Workforce Planning Solutions 30:46 What Makes a Good Workforce Planning Software? 32:53 The Role of AI in Workforce Planning 34:39 Educating the Market on Workforce Planning 52:57 Insights from the 2025 Workforce Planning Report 57:08 Investment Trends in Workforce Planning 58:19 The Ongoing Reliance on Excel 1:02:04 Pricing Model for Bridget 1:04:53 Building a Strong Company Culture 1:07:44 Managing Contractors and Subcontractors 1:08:52 Closing Remarks and Future Engagements

    1h 7m

  6. OCT 9

    AI Isn't Taking Your Job - It's Taking Your Identity - The Self-Worth Crisis from a Built World Investor

    "If you can't get to $5M in recurring revenue in 18 months, you're probably not venture fundable right now." KP Reddy just called out the entire construction tech ecosystem—and he's not holding back. In today's episode of Bricks & Bytes, we had KP Reddy and we got to learn about why most construction tech startups are chasing the wrong business model, how AI is fundamentally changing the value of human work, and why he's now buying contractors instead of selling them software... and many more! Tune in to find out about: ✅ Why construction attracts risk-averse founders (and why that's killing innovation) ✅ The real reason CEOs want everyone back in the office (hint: it's about ego, not productivity) ✅ How token-based pricing will replace hourly billing in the next 5 years ✅ Why KP is teaching CEOs to vibe code—and firing consultants who say "it can't be done" This conversation will change how you think about building, investing, and working in construction tech. Watch now on YouTube. Link in the comments! ------------- Our Sponsor: Archdesk - “The #1 Construction Management Software for Growing Companies - Manage your projects from Tender to Handover” check archdesk.com BuildVision - streamlining the construction supply chain with a unified platform - www.buildvision.io Chapters 00:00 Intro 03:00 Introduction and Competitive Spirit 06:05 The Shift in Venture Capital Dynamics 08:42 Capital Light vs. Capital Heavy Startups 11:45 Vibe Coding: The New Era of Prototyping 14:45 The Role of AI in Construction and Tech 17:44 The Future of CRM and Personalization in Business 20:42 The Impact of AI on Job Identity and Purpose 23:29 Navigating the Future of Work in AEC 26:17 The Evolution of Business Models in Construction 29:06 Conclusion: Embracing Change and Purpose 35:56 Finding Fulfillment in Venture Capital 39:38 The Role of AI in Pricing Models 45:33 Ego and Status in Business Decisions 49:33 Brackish Waters: The Intersection of VC and PE 57:49 Transformative Tech and Market Dynamics 62:39 The Nonsense of Change Management

    1h 7m

  7. OCT 7

    Design Is Easy, Construction Isn't - The Manual Labor Problem No One Solves In AEC

    "Digital twins are still solving problems we haven't even imagined yet." In today's episode of Bricks, Bucks & Bytes, we had James Mize from CRB and we got to learn about why pharmaceutical and biotech construction is pushing the boundaries of what's possible with digital twins, the real reason most companies stick with their tech partners, and why information management is construction's biggest unsolved problem... and many more! Tune in to find out about: ✅ How predictive maintenance using digital twins is saving pharmaceutical companies millions in downtime costs ✅ Why design innovation is racing ahead while construction remains stubbornly manual ✅ The partnership model that actually works when choosing construction technology vendors ✅ Why document control might disappear completely as AI learns where every file should live Listen now on Spotify and join the conversation about the future of construction technology. ---------- Our Sponsor: Archdesk - “The #1 Construction Management Software for Growing Companies - Manage your projects from Tender to Handover” check archdesk.com BuildVision - streamlining the construction supply chain with a unified platform - www.buildvision.io ------------------- Chapters 00:00 Intro 03:05 Exploring Digital Twins in Construction 09:10 The Role of CRB in Biotech and Pharmaceutical Construction 14:54 Innovation in Design vs. Construction 20:50 Evaluating Technology Vendors and Solutions 26:43 Navigating Pricing Models for Tech Solutions 36:31 Exploring Software Innovations in Construction 38:34 Identifying Pain Points in Information Management 43:04 Researching Solutions: Inbound vs Outbound 47:18 Evaluating Information Management Tools 51:42 Lessons from Technology Failures 54:11 The Role of Venture Backing in Technology Solutions 55:09 Importance of Construction Experience in Founders 56:39 Contrarian Views on External Validation 57:41 Gathering Feedback from the Field 01:00:04 Maximizing ROI from Technology Investments 01:02:00 Current Initiatives and Hiring Opportunities

    1h 4m

  8. SEP 30

    Why 70% BIM Adoption Is A Lie (And What Procore Just Did About It) - PROCORE's BIM STRATEGY

    Most construction companies think they're using BIM. They're not. And it's costing them 20% on every project. In this episode of Bricks & Bytes, Owen sits down with Dave from Procore's BIM team and Tore Hovland, founder of NovaRender (recently acquired by Procore), to unpack what's really happening in the BIM space and why two major acquisitions just changed the game. Key topics discussed: Why BIM adoption is actually 20-30%, not the 70% everyone claims The hidden 2GB browser limit killing your ability to view large models How building from 2D vs 3D vs full BIM changes cost overruns from 20% to 5% Why Procore spent millions acquiring NovaRender and Flypaper simultaneously The streaming technology that lets you open 50-mile infrastructure projects in seconds What 80% of acquisitions fail and why culture matters more than tech The future where construction happens without drawings "Where we're going, there are no drawings. You could actually build off the model. It could actually be the permit that goes out." - Dave, Procore If you've ever wondered why your BIM models won't load, why projects keep going over budget, or what the hell is actually happening with construction technology right now, this episode breaks it all down. --------------- Our Sponsor: Archdesk - “The #1 Construction Management Software for Growing Companies - Manage your projects from Tender to Handover” check archdesk.com BuildVision - streamlining the construction supply chain with a unified platform - www.buildvision.io Chapters 00:00 Intro02:00 Introduction to Procore and NovaRender Acquisition04:02 Winning BIM: Strategies and Challenges06:52 The Significance of NovaRender in BIM12:04 The Vision Behind NovaRender's Creation15:42 The Decision to Partner with Procore16:57 Acquisition of Flypaper: Enhancing BIM Solutions19:51 BIM Adoption Trends and Statistics23:47 The Impact of BIM on Project Costs28:49 Procore's Growth Strategy in Europe30:26 The Importance of Data Ownership in BIM37:41 Dave's Background and Its Influence on Procore39:16 The Evolution of BIM and Sustainable Construction41:04 User-Centric Design in Construction Technology42:45 Streamlining BIM Models for Field Use45:40 Defining Success in BIM Adoption50:20 Lessons from Founding NoRender54:17 The Acquisition Process: Insights and Experiences01:03:53 Future Predictions for BIM and Construction Technology

    1h 12m
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A show about construction technology, business, and entrepreneurship. Welcome to the Bricks and Bytes Podcast, where we bring together the worlds of construction, technology, and entrepreneurship. We explore the innovative ideas and groundbreaking advancements that are shaping the future of the industry.

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    Bricks And Bytes
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    236
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    Explicit
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