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Architecture shapes nearly every part of our lives, but what if its true purpose isn't creating buildings, but creating places where people can thrive?

In this episode of Digital Builder, Eric Thomas sits down with Katie Swenson, Senior Principal at MASS (Model of Architecture Serving Society), to explore how thoughtful design can support healing, dignity, and long-term community impact. Katie shares why she calls herself a "Home Maker," (with a capital H and a capital M) how MASS helps mission-driven organizations achieve their goals through the built environment, and why success should be measured by outcomes, not just schedules and budgets.

In this episode, we discuss:

·Why Katie describes herself as a “Home Maker” and what that means for the practice of architecture.

·How architecture affects everyday life and serves as the platform for how people live, work, heal, and learn.

·Why MASS starts with mission and outcomes rather than buildings and construction plans.

·The concept of accompaniment and how long-term partnerships can create lasting impact.

·Lessons from Butaro District Hospital and how design can support both health outcomes and human dignity.

·How MASS measures success through organizational outcomes rather than traditional project metrics.

·Why beauty, nature, and thoughtful design choices play a critical role in healing and wellbeing.

·How projects like the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund campus demonstrate architecture’s ability to expand an organization's ambitions and impact.

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas from Autodesk.

Farm-to-table changed how people think about food. Jack Becker and Andrew Linn, principals and co-founders of BLDUS, believe it's time to apply that same mindset to housing.

In this episode of Digital Builder, Jack and Andrew explain their firm's "farm-to-shelter" philosophy, which prioritizes healthier, locally sourced, and bio-based building materials. They discuss why material selection matters, how reclaimed materials can shape design, and why architects should think beyond a building's first owner. The conversation also explores changing client expectations, the role of AI in design, and how a small, values-driven practice is challenging conventional approaches to housing.

On this episode, we discuss:

• How BLDUS' "farm-to-shelter" philosophy draws inspiration from the farm-to-table movement
• Why many common building materials may have unintended impacts on occupant health
• How reclaimed materials, including salvaged marble and urban timber, find new life in projects
• Why designing for future generations influences material and architectural decisions
• How constraints and strong client perspectives often lead to better design outcomes
• The performance, durability, and practicality of bio-based materials
• How AI and increasingly informed clients are changing the architect-client relationship
• Why younger architects are placing greater emphasis on health, sustainability, and hands-on making

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas from Autodesk.

Technology adoption in construction isn't really about the technology. It's about understanding how people work, solving real problems, and providing tools that teams actually want to use.

In this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas sits down with Victoria Jones, Principal Digital Developer at Laing O'Rourke, to discuss what she's learned from a career that spans hands-on trades, engineering, digital delivery, and one of the world's largest infrastructure projects. From technology adoption in the field to AI's future in construction, Victoria shares practical lessons on driving change at scale.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why successful technology adoption starts with understanding people, not deploying new tools
• How field workarounds can reveal opportunities to improve processes and systems
• Lessons learned from Hinkley Point C, one of the largest and most complex construction projects in the UK
• Strategies for driving digital adoption across thousands of project stakeholders
• The importance of trust, data quality, and strong foundations before scaling dashboards or AI
• Where AI is delivering value today and how it could reshape planning, validation, and project delivery in the future
• Why construction teams need simple, useful tools that solve real-world problems
• How digital skills are becoming more common across project teams and job sites

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas from Autodesk.

Construction has no shortage of technology, but the tools that succeed are the ones that help teams make better decisions with less friction. In this episode of Autodesk's Digital Builder Podcast, recorded live at DevCon in Amsterdam, host Eric Thomas sits down with Caner Dolas, CEO and co-founder of GAMMA AR, to explore how augmented reality is helping construction teams visualize work before it's built, reduce rework, and bring BIM data directly into the field.

Key topics include:

• What augmented reality is and why it's more than a tool for verifying completed work
• How AR gives field teams visibility into future work and potential coordination challenges
• Why GAMMA AR focused on tablets and mobile devices instead of headsets
• Common misconceptions about AR accuracy, drift, and alignment
• Real-world use cases for AR before concrete pours and during MEP installation
• The role of BIM and VDC teams in helping new workflows gain adoption on site
• How construction teams across different regions are approaching AR implementation and data sovereignty
• Why successful technology adoption ultimately comes down to people, not just software

Whether you're exploring augmented reality for the first time or looking for practical ways to connect BIM data with field operations, this conversation offers a grounded look at where AR delivers value today and what it takes to make new workflows stick.

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

Trust doesn't always take center stage in conversations about construction and technology, but it's foundational to how projects, teams, and businesses operate. At DevCon in Amsterdam, host Eric Thomas sat down with Autodesk’s Chief Trust Officer Sebastian Goodwin to discuss why trust matters more than ever in the age of AI, how organizations can build and measure it, and what leaders should do when trust is put to the test.

In this episode, we discuss:

• What a Chief Trust Officer does and why trust extends beyond cybersecurity, governance, and compliance
• Why trust is a key driver of innovation, performance, and stronger customer relationships
• The four factors of trust: capability, reliability, transparency, and humanity
• How Autodesk's AI transparency cards helped reduce hesitation around AI adoption
• Why construction leaders are increasingly focused on data longevity, stewardship, and responsible AI use
• How transparency and communication help organizations navigate uncertainty and build confidence in new technologies
• What leaders should do when mistakes happen and how trust is often built during challenging moments
• Why customer outcomes should remain the north star when making difficult decisions

In this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas sits down with Arnoud van der Heijden, Project Manager Digital at BAM Netherlands, and Jelle Schweigmann, BIM Manager at Royal Heijmans, to discuss the NL5, a coalition of the five largest construction companies in the Netherlands. Together, they share how the group is tackling industry-wide challenges around digital transformation, sustainability, standardization, and emerging technologies by focusing on problems that no single company can solve alone.

On this episode, we discuss:

• How the NL5 was formed after construction leaders realized they were facing many of the same challenges around technology adoption and digital transformation
• Why collaboration gives contractors a stronger collective voice when working with technology vendors and industry partners
• How the group prioritizes initiatives by identifying common challenges across thousands of employees and multiple organizations
• The role of sustainability, standardization, and data interoperability in the future of construction
• How the NL5 helped accelerate product improvements during the industry's transition from BIM 360 to Autodesk Construction Cloud
• Why emerging technologies like robotics may require industry-wide collaboration to address regulatory and adoption challenges
• How the group balances competition with collaboration by focusing on shared technical challenges instead of commercial interests
• Advice for organizations interested in building similar industry coalitions in their own regions or markets

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

Construction teams collect an enormous amount of information every day, but much of that data never makes its way into decisions that improve project outcomes. This is especially true for materials and waste data, which is often scattered across paper slips, photos, spreadsheets, and disconnected systems.

Recorded live at DevCon in Amsterdam, this episode of Digital Builder features Brittany Harris, CEO and Co-founder of Qualis Flow, also known as Qflow, and Marta Bouchard, Director of Sustainability Solutions at Autodesk. Together, they discuss how capturing jobsite data at the source can help teams reduce rework, improve accountability, support sustainability reporting, and create more valuable assets long after construction is complete.

The conversation explores why material data so often falls through the cracks, how owners can set clearer expectations around performance and documentation, and what becomes possible when trusted project data supports digital twins, circular economy initiatives, and more informed decision-making. Brittany and Marta also discuss the practical role of AI in helping teams access and evaluate information more efficiently, while still relying on human expertise, curiosity, and judgment.

Key Topics Covered

• Why materials and waste data often gets trapped in paper slips, photos, spreadsheets, and disconnected systems
• How Qflow helps teams capture jobsite data at the source and turn it into usable information
• Why better material tracking can reduce rework, improve compliance, and support invoice verification
• The growing burden of sustainability, safety, carbon, and regulatory reporting on project teams
• Why owners play a critical role in setting expectations for data, performance, sustainability, and handover
• How trusted materials data can support digital twins, adaptive reuse, circular economy efforts, and long-term asset value

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas from Autodesk.

Construction teams have more technology options than ever, but making those tools useful in day-to-day project work is still a major challenge.

In this episode of Digital Builder, recorded live at DevCon in the Netherlands, host Eric Thomas speaks with Josha van Reij, Product Manager of Data & AI at Arcadis, about how his team connects emerging technology with real project needs.

Josha shares how Arcadis approaches AI, standardization, automation, and software decisions by starting with business challenges rather than tools. He explains why effective AI assistants depend on quality data, project context, and connected systems—and why project teams are more open to change when new technology solves problems they already understand.

The conversation also explores how standardization can reduce rework, support better data, and create a stronger foundation for AI, as well as how Arcadis evaluates whether to buy, customize, or build software.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why AI and automation efforts should start with real project challenges, not technology trends
• How Arcadis builds AI assistants using connected data, project context, and internal standards
• Why standardization is essential for better data, stronger workflows, and more useful AI
• How listening to project teams can reduce resistance and improve technology adoption
• What to consider when deciding whether to buy, customize, or build software

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

Extended reality (XR)—including Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR)—is no longer just a visualization tool. In this episode, Gary Cowan, Head of Digital Construction at Kane Group, explains how his team is using immersive technology to solve real problems across design, coordination, and field execution.

Gary shares how a dense, highly prefabricated project pushed his team to adopt VR for design reviews—and how that early experiment evolved into a full XR technology stack. Today, Kane Group uses immersive tools to improve collaboration, reduce rework, and connect the model to what’s happening on site in real time.

The conversation also explores what it actually feels like to step into a model, why detail and data quality matter, and how XR is changing the way teams make decisions before anything gets built.

In this episode:

• How XR helps teams catch missed details and close the gap between design intent and field reality
• What immersive design reviews look like in practice—and why they speed up coordination
• How Kane Group connects VR (design) and AR (field) to create a continuous model-to-field feedback loop
• Why XR adoption depends on workflows, data quality, and collaboration—not just the technology

Gary also looks ahead at where XR is going next, including how AI could transform immersive coordination and decision-making.

This episode offers a practical look at how XR is being used today—and what it could enable in the near future.

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas from Autodesk.

At Autodesk’s Digital Builder podcast, we often explore how technology is shaping construction—but this episode focuses just as much on the people and coordination behind the work.

In this episode, Eric Thomas sits down with Woody Benisek-Beal, Director of Construction at The Kraft Group, to talk about what it takes to build and renovate inside Gillette Stadium while it continues to host games, concerts, and events year-round. With no downtime, every project depends on constant communication across teams to keep operations running and the fan experience intact.

The conversation also touches on how The Kraft Group is evolving its use of technology—from model-based workflows to a growing digital twin—and how visualization tools are helping bridge the gap between design intent and real-world experience.

This episode offers a practical look at how construction teams keep projects moving while everything else around them keeps moving too.

On this episode:

• What it takes to manage construction in a venue that never shuts down
• How teams coordinate across operations, security, and events to avoid disruptions
• Why communication is critical when balancing construction and live experiences
• How models, visualization tools, and virtual reality help align stakeholders
• The role of centralized platforms and digital twins in improving access to information

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas from Autodesk.

Autodesk DevCon continues to bring together a global community of developers, builders, and technologists—and in 2026, the energy around what’s possible felt stronger than ever.

Live from Amsterdam, Eric Thomas sits down with Ben Cochran, Vice President of Engineering at Autodesk, to break down the biggest themes and announcements from this year’s event—and what they signal for the future of design and construction workflows.

They explore how DevCon has grown into a thriving ecosystem, why the developer community plays such a critical role, and how emerging technologies like agentic AI are opening up new ways for teams to connect data, streamline workflows, and make faster, more informed decisions.

On this episode, we cover:

• The evolution of DevCon and the role of the developer community
• Key announcements from DevCon 2026, including news about Autodesk Marketplace, Autodesk Assistant, and MCPs
• How agentic AI is reshaping workflows and accelerating experimentation
• Why the industry is moving from hesitation to active adoption of AI
• What it takes to navigate rapid change—and in Ben’s eyes, why curiosity and grit really matter

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

Construction innovation doesn’t happen in a vacuum—and neither does funding that innovation. In this episode, Eric sits down with Darren Bechtel, Founder and Managing Director of Brick & Mortar Ventures, to unpack how investors think about risk, what makes construction tech actually stick in the field, and where the market may be headed next.

Recorded live from San Francisco, this conversation connects the dots between founders, project teams, and capital—plus the practical realities that separate a polished demo from a solution people will use on a jobsite.

We discuss:

• What venture capital is (and isn’t) doing in construction—and why early-stage investing is such a high-risk, high-reward game
• Why the best construction tech succeeds by solving real field problems (not just looking good in a demo)
• The importance of founder credibility, user-focused design, and approaching the industry with humility
• AI, “vibe coding,” and the build-vs-buy tradeoffs—when DIY tools make sense and where teams should be cautious
• What’s happening beyond software: robotics, 3D printing, prefab, and how new fabrication methods can change what’s possible to design and build
• A look ahead: AI-driven preconstruction, connected jobsites, more standardization, and why automation is becoming less optional as labor constraints persist

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

Construction safety is often treated as a compliance exercise — forms to fill out, boxes to check, and requirements to satisfy. But compliance alone doesn’t keep people safe, and it doesn’t reflect the realities of working in the field.

On this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas is joined by Kaitlin Frank, CEO of eMOD, and Rob Lynch, CEO of Dome Construction, for a candid conversation about what it really takes to build a safety culture that works. Together, they explore why safety can’t be imposed from the top down — and what changes when ownership lives with the people doing the work.

• Why compliance-driven safety programs often fall short
• Common myths around construction safety, including “no incidents means no problems”
• The difference between checking a box and building real ownership in the field
• How daily planning, visibility, and accountability shape safety outcomes
• The connection between physical safety, mental health, and psychological safety
• How proactive safety approaches impact EMR, insurance costs, and business performance

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas from Autodesk.

Every construction project starts with a set of big decisions—but for many owners, those decisions come without the benefit of repetition. Large projects like hospitals, campuses, and major developments may only happen once or twice in an entire career, yet the stakes are enormous.

On this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas is joined by Andrew Zukoski, CEO of Join.Build, for a wide‑ranging conversation about pre‑construction, decision‑making, and what Andrew calls the “eternal beginner” problem. Together, they explore why owners often struggle to make high‑impact decisions, how early trust and transparency shape project outcomes, and why investing more upfront can pay dividends long after construction begins.

The discussion also touches on evolving delivery models, shifting relationships between owners, designers, and builders, and why great projects are often remembered less for the buildings themselves—and more for the teams that delivered them.

On this episode, we discuss:

• Why owners are often “eternal beginners”—and how limited reps affect cost, schedule, and risk decisions
• The role trust, transparency, and early collaboration play in setting teams up for long‑term success
• Why under‑investing in pre‑construction can lead to downstream surprises on site
• How visibility and shared systems help teams stay aligned
• What’s changing in owner, architect, and contractor relationships as technology and delivery methods evolve
• Why great projects are remembered for team dynamics—not just the finished building

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas from Autodesk.

Construction has long prioritized getting the job done, often at the expense of the people doing the work. In this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas sits down with Henry Nutt III, a Preconstruction Executive at Southland Industries, to explore how leadership, empathy, and intentional people management can reshape jobsite culture—and why these shifts are critical as the industry confronts a growing mental health crisis.

Drawing on nearly four decades in construction, Henry shares lessons from his own leadership journey, including why managing people requires a fundamentally different skill set than managing projects, and how trust, vulnerability, and consistency can drive stronger teams, better retention, and healthier workplaces.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• Why construction has historically struggled with people management—and the cost of maintaining the status quo
• How empathy and vulnerability show up in real jobsite leadership, not just policy statements
• The connection between leadership behavior, mental health, and performance in construction
• Why saying “I don’t know” can be a strength, not a liability
• What leaders can do to create safer, more human workplaces where people want to stay
• How intentional mentorship and leadership development help rebuild trust across teams

Henry also reflects on difficult conversations, second chances, and how leaders set the tone—whether they realize it or not. The result is a candid conversation about responsibility, mindset, and what it takes to lead people well in one of the industry’s most demanding environments.

We talk a lot about AI in construction, but much of it still lives behind a screen. Robotics changes that. In this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas sits down with Tessa Lau, CEO of Dusty Robotics, to explore how robotic layout is helping construction teams bridge the gap between design intent and field execution. From creating a single shared truth on site to rethinking long‑standing workflows, Tessa shares how “physical AI” is changing how buildings get planned, coordinated, and built.

Drawing on her background in artificial intelligence and robotics, Tessa explains why the real value of robotics isn’t the robot itself—but the new ways of working it enables.

On this episode, we discuss:

• Why robotics represents “physical AI” and how it brings digital plans directly into the field
• How creating a single shared truth on site reduces rework, coordination risk, and uncertainty
• Why layout is a critical moment where digital design meets real‑world construction
• How robotic layout enables earlier multi‑trade coordination and shifts problem‑solving upstream
• The productivity gains unlocked by reordering work and parallelizing construction activities
• How layout precision supports prefabrication and paperless, model‑driven workflows
• Why many contractors adopt robotics using a crawl‑walk‑run approach to manage risk and build trust

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas from Autodesk.

It’s easy to throw around buzzwords like AI and innovation. But in construction, those ideas only matter if they change how work actually gets done—on the jobsite, not just in theory.

In this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas is joined by Steve Long, Director of Innovation and Learning at Dome Construction, for a grounded conversation on what innovation really means in construction and how artificial intelligence is beginning to reshape day‑to‑day work across the field and the office.

With nearly 30 years at Dome, Steve brings a long‑term perspective on how innovation in construction has evolved—from paper plans and manual workflows to mobile tools, BIM, and now AI. Rather than chasing shiny tools, he emphasizes innovation as a steady, intentional process focused on impact: improving outcomes, reducing friction, and giving people more time to focus on building.

The conversation explores how AI is already being applied in practical ways, from helping superintendents stay mobile and reduce administrative burden to supporting office teams with document analysis, scheduling insights, and faster coordination. Steve also shares why over‑automation can be risky, how Dome is creating guardrails for safe experimentation, and what it will take to develop the next generation of construction leaders in an AI‑enabled world.

At its core, this episode is about using technology to get back to building—and keeping people, judgment, and collaboration at the center of the work.

On this episode, we discuss:

• What innovation really means in construction—and why impact matters more than tools
• How AI is being used differently in the field versus the office
• Practical AI use cases for superintendents, project managers, and preconstruction teams
• Why over‑automating can backfire and how to preserve critical thinking
• Dome Construction’s long‑term innovation journey
• Creating safe guardrails for AI adoption and experimentation
• Using AI to reduce admin work and strengthen collaboration on projects

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas from Autodesk.

Across the United States, the housing crisis is no longer abstract. Wildfire rebuilds, rising costs, workforce shortages, and long permitting timelines are colliding at a moment when demand has never been higher. If the industry continues building the way it always has, the results will stay the same.

Recorded live from Greenbuild in Los Angeles, this episode of Digital Builder explores what it will take to deliver housing that is affordable, resilient, and scalable—without treating those goals as tradeoffs.

Host Eric Thomas is joined by Edie Dillman, CEO and Co‑Founder of B.Public Prefab, and Vamsi Kumar Kotla, Founder of ReMo Homes, for a candid conversation about what’s broken in residential construction and where meaningful progress is happening today.

Together, they examine how panelized and modular approaches can reduce soft costs, speed delivery, and improve long‑term performance—while still respecting the expertise of builders and the realities of the jobsite. The discussion also looks beyond construction itself, touching on workforce development, wildfire recovery, digital twins, and the role of building science in creating homes that perform over decades, not just at handover.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

1. Why the housing crisis is driven by more than just build costs—and why operational costs, resilience, and long‑term ownership matter just as much
2. How modular and panelized construction can help balance affordability, sustainability, and scalability without forcing a “pick two” compromise
3. Where the biggest cost savings actually live in residential projects, and why soft costs are a critical lever for change
4. How offsite construction succeeds when builders are treated as partners
5. Different perspectives on technology in housing, from digital twins and IoT to passive building science and material‑first resilience
6. Why solving the housing crisis will require multiple approaches—and broad collaboration across the industry

This episode offers a grounded, honest look at the future of housing, and why innovation paired with collaboration—and a little joy—matters more than ever.

As AI and cloud computing continue to scale, data centers are becoming some of the most important infrastructure of the digital age. With that growth comes increased attention on energy use, water consumption, and embodied carbon—but also a powerful opportunity to rethink how we design, build, and operate these facilities more sustainably.

In this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas is joined by Sara Neff, General Manager of Sustainability and ESG at Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation, for a live conversation from Greenbuild in Los Angeles. Together, they explore how rapid data center expansion and ambitious climate goals can move forward in parallel—and why the moment ahead is full of possibility.

In this episode, we discuss:

1. How Microsoft is scaling data center development while staying firmly committed to its 2030 goals to be carbon negative, water positive, and zero waste
2. Why cooling systems and HVAC equipment are a major opportunity for reducing embodied carbon—and how smarter design choices are already making a difference
3. Practical, “right now” uses of AI to reduce carbon, water, and energy use, from leak detection to optimizing low‑carbon concrete mixes
4. What radical collaboration across owners, designers, contractors, and suppliers looks like—and why it is essential for sustainability at scale
5. How shared standards, policy, and better measurement can help accelerate progress across the industry
6. Why growing AI fluency across the AECO ecosystem could unlock faster, more durable climate solutions

Rather than framing AI as a tradeoff, this conversation highlights how thoughtful planning, collaboration, and targeted use of technology can turn growth into a catalyst for positive change. The result is a clearer picture of how the built environment can support both digital innovation and long‑term sustainability.

Decarbonization is often discussed in abstract terms—net-zero targets, long-term commitments, and high-level goals. But for teams working in the built environment, progress ultimately comes down to everyday design, material, and supply chain decisions.

Recorded live at Greenbuild in Los Angeles, this episode of Digital Builder features Jack Rusk, CEO and co-founder of C.Scale, for a practical conversation on what decarbonization really means for AEC teams today—and how it shows up across design, construction, and operations.

Jack breaks down decarbonization as a lens for understanding how buildings move energy, materials, and labor through a global system. Together, Eric and Jack explore why early design decisions matter most, how carbon data can inform better tradeoffs, and where emerging technologies like AI are beginning to reshape carbon-informed workflows.

On this episode, we discuss:

1. What decarbonization means in the context of the built environment—and why it looks different across industries
2. How early design decisions, material choices, and supply chains directly influence a project’s carbon footprint
3. The role of adaptive reuse and “building with less” as both a climate and cultural strategy
4. Why lifecycle assessment needs to move earlier in the design process to support better outcomes
5. How data, AI, and digital tools can help teams shift from carbon reporting to carbon-informed decision-making
6. Practical advice for teams getting started on their decarbonization journey

Whether you’re an architect, contractor, owner, or sustainability leader, this episode offers a grounded, real-world look at how decarbonization connects to the decisions you’re already making—and where intentional design can have the greatest impact.

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

Recorded live at Greenbuild in Los Angeles, this episode of Digital Builder features a wide-ranging conversation with Ben Stapleton, Executive Director of USGBC California, on what it takes to rebuild communities after catastrophic wildfires — and how climate resilience, education, and coordination can shape better outcomes long term.

Using the 2025 Southern California wildfires as a starting point, host Eric Thomas and Ben explore the realities of recovery, from trauma and displacement to supply chain constraints, insurance challenges, and the opportunity to rebuild more sustainable, all-electric, and fire-resilient homes at scale. The discussion expands beyond wildfire to examine how climate change is reshaping communities — and what builders, owners, and local leaders can do now to prepare for what’s ahead.

On this episode, we discuss:

1. Why rebuilding after large-scale natural disasters often takes 5 to 10 years, even in regions with strong resources
2. How education, coordination, and shared standards can dramatically improve recovery outcomes
3. The role of home hardening, landscape design, and material choices in reducing wildfire risk
4. Where resilience and sustainability overlap — and why rebuilding is an opportunity to address both
5. The challenges homeowners and contractors face, including supply chain limits, labor shortages, and rising costs
6. Why insurance, electrification, and contractor education are critical — and where gaps remain
7. How community-level tools like shared marketplaces and digital twins can support collaboration and cost reduction
8. Why people, not technology alone, remain the most important tool in building climate resilience

This episode is especially relevant for professionals working in construction, sustainability, planning, and housing — as well as anyone navigating rebuilding, preparedness, or long-term climate risk in their own community.

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas from Autodesk.

In this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas sits down with Michael Baim, Vice President of Venue Infrastructure at the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games, and Allison Scott, Director of Sustainability Growth and Engagement at Autodesk, to explore what it takes to deliver the LA28 Games with fewer than 1,000 days to go. As Los Angeles prepares to host the Olympic Games for a third time, and one of the most ambitious Olympic and Paralympic Games in modern history, Michael and Allison's conversation highlights the scale, complexity, and collaboration behind LA28’s no-new-permanent venues plan, their ambitious commitment to build LA28’s footprint by adapting existing or building temporary infrastructure.

Michael and Allison discuss how Autodesk’s Design and Make platform, including Autodesk Construction Cloud will help teams coordinate logistics, data, and planning across an unprecedented program. They also touch on balancing historic venue preservation with modern upgrades, the long-term community legacy LA28 aims to create, and opportunities for contractors, designers, and builders to get involved in bringing the Olympic and Paralympic Games to life.

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Recorded live at the Autodesk Technology Center in Boston, this episode of Digital Builder explores how human‑centered construction can support resilience, recovery, and long‑term community impact.

Host Eric Thomas is joined by Joshua Dobbs, New England Patriots quarterback and aerospace engineer, and Gerard Georges, Director of Architecture at Build Health International, for a cross‑disciplinary conversation on empathy, leadership, and design.

In this episode, we discuss:

1. What human‑centered design looks like in practice—and why putting people first leads to stronger, more resilient communities
2. How collaboration and stakeholder engagement shape healthcare and community projects in high‑stakes environments
3. Lessons from professional sports—preparation, composure, and teamwork—that translate directly to construction and design teams
4. How technologies like VR and data‑driven design help teams visualize outcomes, align earlier, and make better decisions
5. Why empathy and adaptability are essential leadership skills on the job site, in crisis response, and beyond

Dobbs shares how his experience as a quarterback—operating under pressure, leading diverse teams, and preparing for critical moments—parallels the demands faced by AEC professionals working on complex projects. Georges adds a global healthcare perspective, highlighting how thoughtful design can help communities heal and thrive over time.

This episode was recorded during the launch of Autodesk’s Make It Heal film series and the 2026 Design & Make It Real program.

In this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas talks with Power Design CTO Raghu Kutty and Autodesk’s Sid Haksar about how one of the industry’s most innovative specialty contractors is reshaping construction through intentional structure, unified workflows, and forward‑looking tech adoption.

Key topics include:

1. Power Design’s unified “one office, one culture” model
2. Taking control of the supply chain (in‑house switchgear, trucking, warehousing)
3. Field‑first, mobile‑first technology and connected data workflows
4. Preparing for AI through clean data, platformization, and change‑ready culture
5. How deliberate training + standards enable scale and rapid tech transformation

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

Research and development teams often work behind the scenes, but they play a major role in shaping where construction is headed next. In this episode, Eric Thomas sits down with Fope Bademosi, Circular Economy and Construction Researcher, and Lorenzo Villaggi, Principal Research Scientist at Autodesk, to explore how Autodesk Research is approaching the future of AI, sustainability, and material reuse.

Fope and Lorenzo walk through their latest work on assessing existing buildings, predicting what’s inside walls using multimodal data, and designing low‑carbon assemblies with the help of AI agents. They also explain how early insight into materials, carbon impacts, and code constraints can shift project culture toward circularity.

Topics we cover:

1. How Autodesk Research operates 5–10 years ahead of industry needs
2. The impact of material reuse on carbon reduction and waste
3. What circularity and the circular economy mean in a construction context
4. A prototype that predicts the materials and systems hidden behind walls
5. How multimodal data improves AI’s accuracy on existing buildings
6. Using AI agents to design low‑carbon assemblies that merge reclaimed and new materials
7. The role of building codes, performance requirements, and safety considerations
8. Where the Autodesk Research team is headed next with testing, customer collaborations, and expanded assembly types

The built environment contributes roughly 40% of global carbon emissions, and most construction waste still ends up in landfills. Fope and Lorenzo share how emerging technologies—combined with new workflows and industry collaboration—can help shift project teams toward reuse, lower‑carbon design, and more informed decision‑making from the start.

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas from Autodesk.

In this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas sits down with Dr. Sarah Buchner, founder and CEO of Trunk Tools, for a grounded, no-nonsense conversation about how construction teams can actually start using AI today. Recorded live at Autodesk University, the discussion moves past the high-level hype and into the real workflows where AI is already driving change—from automating white‑collar tasks to reducing rework and helping teams navigate labor shortages.

Drawing from her background as a carpenter, project leader, data scientist, and founder, Sarah breaks down what adoption looks like in the field, how to overcome resistance, and why embracing AI early is quickly becoming a competitive advantage.

We discuss:

• Why AI adoption struggles—and what actually helps teams get over the hump
• The biggest areas of ROI for AI today, especially in white‑collar construction workflows
• How autonomous AI agents differ from tools like ChatGPT
• The role of executives, legal, and IT in successful AI rollout
• Why vertical, construction‑trained AI models matter
• How AI can reduce rework, ease labor shortages, and let builders focus on building

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

In this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas sits down with Jeevan Kalanithi and Michael Fleischman, co-founders of OpenSpace, to explore how reality capture technology is transforming construction. Recorded live at Autodesk University in Nashville, the conversation traces the journey from early laser scanning to today’s AI-powered visual intelligence platforms—and what that means for builders on the ground.

From reducing disputes and project risk to unlocking new possibilities with spatial AI, Jeevan and Michael share insights on how technology is giving teams “superpowers” rather than replacing experience. They also look ahead to the future of AI agents and robotics in construction.

We discuss:

• The “three chapters” of reality capture—and why visual intelligence is the next frontier
• How reality capture builds trust, speeds decisions, and lowers risk
• Why today’s tech feels more Iron Man than Terminator
• The role of AI and spatial computing in shaping the job site
• What AI agents could mean for productivity and the labor shortage

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

In this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas sits down with Autodesk's Chief Marketing Officer Dara Treseder to unpack the latest insights from the annual State of Design & Make Report. Recorded live at Autodesk University in Nashville, the conversation explores what the data says about digital maturity across the Design and Make industries—and how construction teams can turn those findings into action.

From the industry’s ambition to go fully cloud-based to practical strategies for closing the skills gap, Dara shares how leaders are building resilient, efficient organizations that deliver faster, on budget, and with stronger stakeholder trust.

Download the Spotlight on Construction here: https://construction.autodesk.com/go/design-and-make-construction-spotlight-report

Download the full report here: https://www.autodesk.com/design-make/research/state-of-design-and-make-2025

We discuss:

• Key findings from the 2025 State of Design & Make Report
• The cloud adoption gap—and why it’s a massive opportunity for construction
• How improved data access and collaboration drive accuracy and efficiency
• Practical strategies for attracting, training, and upskilling talent
• Where sustainability gains are showing up across project lifecycles

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

Design-build is gaining momentum across the construction industry, and for good reason: it delivers projects faster, fosters collaboration, and reduces risk. But what really sets design-build apart from traditional delivery methods—and how does technology amplify its benefits?

In this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas sits down with Brian Skripac, Director of Virtual Design and Construction at the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA), to unpack the fundamentals of design-build, bust common myths, and explore how digital tools are transforming project delivery. Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025 in Nashville, this conversation dives into why design-build is more than a contract—it’s a cultural shift toward transparency, trust, and innovation.

We discuss:

• What makes design-build different from design-bid-build (DBB) and construction manager at risk (CMAR)
• Common misconceptions about design-build—and the truth behind them
• How technology and shared models break down silos and improve coordination
• Why early collaboration leads to better outcomes and fewer surprises
• Practical advice for teams looking to adopt design-build successfully

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

The construction industry faces a growing talent shortage—but innovative partnerships are paving the way forward. In this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas sits down with Nick Otto, Chief Technology Officer at Kimley-Horn, and Beth Ihnatolya, Program Director of Civil Engineering and Geomatics Technology at Wake Technical Community College, to explore how collaboration between firms, educators, and technology providers is creating a job-ready pipeline.

Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025 in Nashville, this conversation dives into why these partnerships matter, how they’re reshaping education, and what it takes to prepare the next generation of construction professionals.

We discuss:

• Why firms, colleges, and tech providers must work together to close the skills gap
• How internships and apprenticeships go beyond “coffee runs” to deliver real-world experience
• The role of advisory boards in aligning curriculum with industry needs
• How Autodesk, Kimley-Horn, and Wake Tech are redesigning courses with hands-on tools
• Practical steps for attracting talent and changing construction’s perception

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we work—but until recently, its capabilities were limited by context. Enter Model Context Protocol (MCP), a new standard that’s changing the game by enabling AI agents to connect directly with external tools and data sources.

In this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas sits down with Ben Cochran, Vice President of Engineering at Autodesk, to demystify MCPs and explore what they mean for construction workflows. Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025 in Nashville, this conversation dives into why MCPs are generating so much buzz and how they’re unlocking new levels of efficiency across the industry.

We discuss:

• What MCPs are and how they differ from traditional APIs
• Why MCPs are accelerating AI adoption across connected ecosystems
• Practical use cases for MCPs in construction, from BIM validation to design optimization
• How MCPs reduce repetitive tasks and enable outcome-based workflows
• Where to start if you’re curious about MCPs and agentic tools

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

Preconstruction is evolving faster than ever—and it’s changing what it means to plan and price projects. In this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas sits down with Jose Gudiño, Manager of Construction Technology at Swinerton, and Jeff Gerardi, Director of Preconstruction Strategy at Autodesk, to explore how technology, data, and AI are reshaping the preconstruction landscape.

Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025 in Nashville, this conversation dives into the challenges of fragmented workflows, the rise of connected platforms, and what the next generation of preconstruction professionals can expect.

We discuss:

• How preconstruction workflows have shifted from spreadsheets to integrated, data-driven systems
• Why tool overload is an industry-wide problem—and how to solve it
• The growing role of AI in takeoffs, cost analysis, and constructability reviews
• How mentorship and technology are redefining career paths in preconstruction
• What the estimator’s role will look like in 5–10 years

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

Sustainability in construction has long been a topic of discussion—but the nature of that conversation is changing. In this episode, host Eric Thomas sits down with Joe Speicher, Chief Sustainability Officer at Autodesk, and Allison Scott, Director of Sustainability Growth and Engagement, to explore how the industry is shifting from aspirational goals to operational strategies.

Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025 in Nashville, this conversation dives into how firms are turning sustainability promises into measurable outcomes, and the role technology plays in enabling that transformation.

We discuss:

• How sustainability has become a data problem—and why that’s a good thing
• The importance of connected construction and digital threads
• The environmental impact of AI and how to deploy it responsibly
• Why data centers are at the heart of the sustainability conversation
• How Autodesk is helping customers operationalize sustainability across the built environment

Assets mentioned during the episode:

• A Guide to Alignment in the Built Environment

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

Join our host Eric Thomas live from Nashville, Tennessee, as he reflects on hosting over 130 episodes of Autodesk's Digital Builder podcast. Eric covers 5 key takeaways from his discussions with industry leaders and reflects on some of the biggest announcements from Autodesk University this year.

Change orders have long been a necessary evil plaguing every construction project, but they often cause mountains of paperwork, hours of lost productivity, and millions in lost revenue. Cameron Page, Founder & CEO at Clearstory, believes that change orders may not be going anywhere, but the chaos around them can be fixed.  

We sat down with Cameron in San Francisco to learn about his unconventional career journey, his perspective on innovation in the AEC space, advice to would-be founders, and how Clearstory is evolving the narrative around change orders. 

We discuss: 

• Common misconceptions with change orders 
• How innovation is affecting change order frequency 
• Types of change orders and where they go wrong 
• How better change order processes strengthen subcontractor relationships 
• The need for new approaches to change orders 

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk. 

Without a strong data management workflow bolstered by clean data, quick assessment and good decision making can quickly become a game of chance.This means potentially losing millions of dollars through inaccurate records, inconsistent data management, and data lost across multiple platforms.  

That’s why we sat down with Tom Reno, the co-founder of Agave, a customizable platform helping AEC contractors integrate their project management data and accounting data. 

 We discuss: 

• Misconceptions about integrations 
• Best practices for cleaning data 
• The risks of keeping unreliable data 
• What to look for in data integrations vendors 
• How to create a strong vendor partnership 

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk. 

Construction changes lives. It impacts the way we live, the way we interact with our peers, influences our education, and defines our personal relationships. Perhaps few have a more integral understanding than Ron Arana, Managing Partner at Arana Group, who we sat down with in San Francisco to explore how he has intentionally sought local partnerships and projects and those efforts transform not only his community, but his own life, too.  

Arana Group is a San Francisco-based general building contractor specializing in public works, tenant improvements, and building upgrades that works with public agencies, nonprofits, and mission-driven organizations across the San Francisco Bay Area. 

Here's what we cover: 

• The importance of local partnerships for workforce development 
• Protecting and preserving purpose-built, local projects once they’re complete 
• Vetting and sourcing subcontractors to meet regulatory requirements 
• The personal impact of a strong community-driven approach 

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk. 

From acquiring enough capital to finding the right customer, AEC startups have a number of obstacles standing in their way, but with an industry-wide explosion of new technology, there has also never been so much opportunity for those companies to flourish. 

In this episode, we are talking all things VC funding in the AEC industry with Alice Leung, Principal at Brick & Mortar Ventures. With career experience in construction, Alice brings a fresh, blended perspective to the conversation to explore what VC firms look for in potential startups to invest in, how startups can differentiate themselves, and how to get involved yourself and help build the future of construction. 

We discuss: 

• The relationship between tech adoption and the culture of construction 
• Current challenges facing AEC startups  
• How to connect startups with the right potential customers 
• How angel investing is impacting startups 
• Where AEC startups should put their focus right now 

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk. 

This episode was originally published on March 26, 2024.

The rise of Gen AI has put organizations in a race to remain competitive. Those who are successfully integrating AI into their processes are seeing improvements in efficiency and output quality, but that rush to adopt AI carries some significant risks, ones that can spell disaster for companies if they are not careful about their approach to using AI.  

We've invited May Winfield, Global Director of Commercial, Legal and Digital Risks, at Buro Happold, to reveal what some of the biggest risks are when using Gen AI, what questions organizations should be asking as they adopt AI, and why sometimes the best way to move quickly is to slow down. 

We discuss: 

• Identifying AI’s five biggest risk categories in AEC: reliance, confidentiality, copyright, personal data, and ethics 
• Why copyright and content attribution are such tricky issues with AI 
• The limitations of using in-house AI models trained on proprietary data 
• Why client requests are becoming more informed and specific (and why this is good!) 

Assets Mentioned: 

• Joint Study from the Harvard Business School & Boston Consulting Group 

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

This episode was originally released on March 5, 2024.

Content warning – this episode and description has some heavy conversation topics including a discussion on suicidal feelings and mental health struggles. 

Construction has a mental health crisis. According to research from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics and the CDC, the rate of suicide among US construction professionals is five times higher than the number deaths caused by workplace and safety-related accidents. Across the industry, companies cannot afford to talk about safety, innovation, and growth without also addressing the need for real, practical, and immediate solutions to the mental health crisis facing our people.  

Mark Dyke, Licensed Professional Counselor and Tenured Associate Professor at Ferris State University, joins Eric Thomas during Autodesk University for an intensely practical conversation about the mental health crisis, burnout, and how addressing the mental health crisis can help secure a bright future for the AEC industry. We will share not just why mental health needs to be addressed, but we will also give specific, practical advice for workers to identify and address mental health issues early and effectively. 

We discuss: 

• How to identify internal and external symptoms of burnout 
• How the leadership culture sets the tone for organization-wide mental health 
• How managers at all levels of an organization can support their team members 
• How Millennials have changed the way we talk about mental health 
• Why mental health and emotional wellbeing need to be top priorities to convince the upcoming generation to join Construction. 

If you or someone you know are having trouble coping with work-related stress, talk with someone who can help: In the United States, call 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Hotline or visit https://988lifeline.org/.

For those living outside the United States, you can find local resources here: https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/.  

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk. 

After 28 incredible years with Autodesk, including 6 years as the SVP & General Manager for Autodesk Construction Solutions, Jim Lynch is retiring. We couldn't let him go without one last opportunity to sit down with him to celebrate his incredible career and glean as much insight as we can. 

So we met with Jim and Amy Bunszel, Autodesk’s EVP of Architecture, Engineering, & Construction, at the Autodesk Technology Center in Boston, MA.We dive into theconcept of legacy in construction and how Jim’s work has helped his team thrive, what Amy's next steps are as she prepares for the next era of Autodesk in construction, and what Jim’s the most excited about after his departure from Autodesk. 

We discuss: 

• Career highlights, including the ribbon cutting for the Bostin Technology Center and the acquisition of Revit and PlanGrid 
• The history behind the creation of Autodesk Construction Solutions Amy’s work to develop and integrate advanced technologies in AEC and how a future-oriented mindset drives her decision-making  

 Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk. 

We sat down with Benjamin Cohen, Principal at James G. Davis Construction, to dive into two key topics: sustainability and the fast-paced world of interiors construction. We look closely at how Ben’s perspective on buildings as living organisms pushes him to put an innovative sustainability mindset at the forefront of every project he works on, from benchmarking carbon impacts to designing new projects with material reuse front and center. 

We recorded this episode live at the National Building Museum, so make sure to check it out on our YouTube channel. 

 We discuss: 

• The circular economy and high-performing buildings 
• Regional differences in sustainability practices 
• Material reusability considerations for interiors construction 
• Thorough benchmarking practices to measure total carbon impact 
• The challenges of renovating historic buildings with modern technology and materials 

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk. 

As a historical preservationist and a construction technologist, what might make Judd Fuoto a walking contradiction could actually be his greatest strength. As the Senior Manager of Construction Operations Technologies at Southland Industries, Judd uses his experience in historical preservation to drive his approach to innovation and leadership, constantly helping his team balance new processes with the demand of the job in front of them. 

We sat down with Judd to explore the state of construction technology roles today, his journey through his career, and what job candidates need to know to successfully enter the field.  

We recorded this episode live at the National Building Museum, so make sure to check it out on our YouTube channel. 

 We discuss: 

• How Judd balances being a construction technologist and a historical preservationist 
• What’s driving the increasing opportunities for construction technologists 
• How to make the most of the tools and resources available industry-wide 
• What traits make a successful construction technologistst today 
• How to secure a construction technology role in today’s job market 

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk. 

When we think of powerhouse firms, DPR Construction is one of the first that comes to mind, which is why we were thrilled to sit down with Alison Tripp, DPR’s National Talent Acquisition Leader, to break down her team’s transformational approach to talent acquisition and how it can make your company more attractive while improving employee experience across the board.  

We recorded this episode live at the National Building Museum, so make sure to check it out on our YouTube channel! 

We discuss: 

• Building and leading an internal recruitment team 
• The challenges of staffing for specialized roles 
• Learning to see recruiting and hiring teams as partners of the business 
• Effective employee retention strategies and building an Employee Value Proposition 
• How candidates can stand out in a competitive hiring market 

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk. 

Recorded on-site at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C. where we sat down with Aileen Fuchs, the museum’s President & Executive Director, to explore how the museum celebrates the built world and is driving important conversations that will ultimately guide the construction industry's future. 

The location for this episode is visually stunning, so make sure to check it out on our YouTube channel! 

We discuss: 

• The history of the National Building Museum 
• How the museum creates memorable visitor experiences 
• The museum as a center of national dialogue 
• The universal appeal and impact of the National Building Museum 
• How the museum educates people about the built environment 
• Upcoming museum initiatives and exhibits 
• How to get involved as a visitor or a partner 

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk. 

At the start of last year, we featured Ariel Castillo, Innovation Director at Miller-Davis Company, and Brad Buckles, VP of Technology and Innovation at Charles Perry Partners, Inc., to look at what technology trends were going to impact 2024.   

Now, we’ve brought them back to explore if 2024 lived up to expectation and to see what lay ahead for construction in 2025. 

Here’s what we cover: 

• AI’s continued relevancy in construction 
• Thoughtful communication in change management 
• Strategies for pre-construction improvements 
• Sustainability and carbon-neutral trends  
• The growing importance of BIM and prefabrication 
• How AI could impact project estimating  

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk. 

Dealing with contract disputes is a common headache for construction firms. They can hold up project schedules, consume a large number of resources to navigate, and when not handled properly, can stress important relationships between contractors and project owners 

We sat down with Sarah Keyte, Technical Director at HKA, and Cliff Moser, Executive Consultant for Architecture at HKA, to learn about their work in contract disputes, hear some of the horror stories from their experiences, and to share how collaborative delivery methods and new tech are making the contract dispute process much more manageable. 

Here’s what we cover: 

• Overview of contract claims and disputes 
• Tools and techniques for managing disputes 
• How integrated project delivery (IPD) and technology are reducing the frequency and complexity of contract disputes 
• How thorough and accurate records can save your company in a contract dispute 
• Ways AI could make contract disputes easier to resolve  

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk. 

Finance is one of those topics that intersects with every single facet of construction—whether it’s tech adoption, labor and training, research, and supplies. You name it, finance impacts it. That’s why it’s critical for organizations to fully understand what kind of value they are driving through any strategy they adopt. 

We had the privilege of sitting down with Rexine Jones, Chief Financial & Information Officer & Company Secretary at Hansen Yuncken, during Autodesk University to do a deep dive into how she balances people, profitability, and technological advancement. 

 We discuss: 

• A day in the life at Hansen Yuncken 
• Balancing innovation and training with profitability and sustainability 
• Zipping up the communication flow during a project 
• Why giving workers meaningful voice ensures impactful tech adoption 
• An important perspective shift on partnerships 
• How Hansen Yuncken is approaching AI 

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk. 

Estimating, Scheduling, Budget Management, and Document Controls—these are the Four Pillars of Project Controls, each being a key part of the foundation for every successful project. That’s why having the right people and technology to manage Project Controls effectively is so important. 

 We were thrilled to sit down with Emily Rech, Director of Project Controls at Pond Company, during AU2024 to break down what an effective Project Controls system looks like, what new technology is on the horizon, and how it all falls apart without great communication skills. 

 We discuss: 

• The Four Pillars of Project Controls 
• What is needed to develop a robust Project Controls system 
• Why Project Controls relies on effective communication 
• Document management 
• The evolution of 4D construction 

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk. 

In this episode recorded live at AU2024, we are exploring the accessibility and powerful impact of community within construction with three powerhouse community leaders: Steven Bloomer, BIM Lead at GHD, Laurie Yaneff, BIM Technician at Stone Group Architects, and Michaela Alexander, Senior Manager of Global Customer Advocacy & Engagement at Autodesk.  

We discuss: 

• How community empowers people to bring their whole selves into their career space. 
• What is Autodesk’s Big Room community? 
• The opportunities for digital and local community building 
• The tangible career impacts of joining the Big Room and attending Autodesk University 
• The difference between formal and informal mentorship and how both can help propel your career 

Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.