Bridging the Gap: Insights & Innovations in Construction

When Technology Gets Out of the Way: Reigniting Innovation in Construction

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Technology was supposed to make construction faster, smarter, and more efficient but in many cases, it’s added friction instead of removing it. In t...

Building People, Building Modular: Inside Culture-Driven Growth

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when a modular construction company leads with people first? Jon Scott of Creative Modular Construction joins the show to share how their...

How Better Product Content Transforms AEC Workflows

03 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when product data finally becomes as smart as the models it lives in? This week’s episode features Ben Glunz of Anguleris and BIMsmith ...

How Data, Curiosity & Culture Transform Construction

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do construction leaders make better decisions in a world overflowing with data? Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025, this conversation with...

Building Smarter: How to Scale Innovation Across Construction Teams

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to scale construction innovation without losing the human touch? Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025, this conversation with J...

Beyond the Facade: AI, Sustainability & the Future of Design

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Simon Whelan from FenestraPro returns to Bridging the Gap for another insightful conversation—this time live from Autodesk University! In this episo...

Connected Workflows & Practical AI

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do we move AI from hype to helpful in civil and site design? Live from AU 2025, ISG’s Jason Douglas shares how connected workflows across Forma,...

The Real Meaning of Innovation in Construction

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you build a culture where innovation thrives instead of being feared? Recorded live at Autodesk University in Nashville, this conversation with...

From Data to Decisions: BIM Governance, AI & Interoperability

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to build a data strategy that empowers people—rather than overwhelms them? Live from AU Nashville, BIM governance leader Kirsty Ho...

Making Sustainability Work: Turning Vision into Action

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to make sustainability more than a buzzword? Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025 in Nashville, this conversation with Allison ...

The Fellowship of Design: Conquering AEC’s Workflow Quests

24 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to turn AEC’s ‘impossible quests’—like coordination, data sharing, and upskilling—into victories? Every great innovation b...

Connected by Design: Building the Future of Construction Data

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How can construction finally break free from silos and unlock the full power of connected data? Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025 in Nashville...

Culture on the Bleeding Edge: How Satterfield & Pontikes Drives Change from the Field Up

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to turn skeptics into champions of innovation? Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025, this conversation with Mark Dinius of Satt...

From Jobsite to Data Site: How Construction Tech Is Finally Solving the Real Problems

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when someone who’s lived the chaos of the jobsite starts leading global construction sales at Autodesk? Recorded live at Autodesk Unive...

Building Trust in Transformation: AI, Data, and Partner Agility

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you lead through change when innovation is happening at lightning speed? Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025 in Nashville, this conversat...

The Future Is Now: Culture, AI, and Human Ingenuity

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do we unlock the real promise of AI in construction and design? Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025 in Nashville, this conversation with Dar...

Mass Timber, Carbon Truths, and Smarter Sustainability

01 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mass timber is everywhere in today’s conversations about sustainable construction. But is it the silver bullet that many claim it to be? In this epi...

Innovation Built on Legacy: Authentic Leadership in Construction

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to turn a century-old family trade business into a modern, people-first brand? In this episode of Bridging the Gap, Todd Weyandt sit...

Adapting to Uncertainty in Construction: Technology, AI, and Change Management

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How can construction companies thrive in an era where uncertainty is the new normal? In this episode of Bridging the Gap, Dustin Stephens shares his j...

From Cool Tech to Real Change: Grounding Innovation in Reality

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to bring true innovation into one of the world’s most risk-averse industries? In this episode of Bridging the Gap, Todd and Ryan u...

Can AI Help Us Build Trust—and Build Better—in Construction?

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Can artificial intelligence really help solve one of construction’s biggest challenges—trust? In this episode of Bridging the Gap, Todd Weyandt sp...

Lead with Intention: Knowing When to Let the Fires Burn

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the key to stronger leadership wasn’t solving every problem—but knowing which ones to let burn? In this episode of Bridging the Gap, host ...

Construction Podcast Journey: How Bridging the Gap Built Trust, Thought Leadership & Community

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does a real construction podcast journey look like—and how can it drive trust and innovation in a traditional industry? In this episode of Brid...

Modern BIM Career Journey: From Legos to Leadership

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does a modern BIM career journey really look like? In this episode of Bridging the Gap, host Todd Weyandt sits down with Max Bielohurov, CTO and ...

Reimagining the Trades: People, Prefab & Progress

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to modernize a trade-heavy business in today’s digital construction landscape? In this episode of Bridging the Gap, Todd Weyandt s...

The Power of Storytelling in Construction

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you turn a quiet childhood into a powerhouse communications career in AEC? In this episode of Bridging the Gap, Todd sits down with Susan Young...

Scaling Leadership in ConTech

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when you blend startup energy with construction grit? In this week’s episode, Todd sits down with James Hatfield, Chief Revenue Officer...

Leaving a Lasting Legacy in Construction

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to build a business that truly lasts? In this episode of Bridging the Gap, Todd Weyandt sits down with visionary business leader Joh...

Driving Construction Forward with AI: From Jobsite to Smart Site

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to truly transform construction? In this episode of Bridging the Gap, Todd Weyandt chats with Paul Hedgepath of MJ Harris about the ...

Real-Time Visibility is Your Best Investment

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a fact: a picture is worth a thousand words. In this episode of Bridging the Gap, Todd Weyandt sit down with Roger Yarrow of TrueLook Construct...

Resilient Sustainable Construction with ICFs

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Resilient sustainable construction with ICFs is transforming the building industry. In this episode of Bridging the Gap, discover how the concrete ind...

Sustainable Construction: People, Planet, and Profit

16 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when you blend old-world craftsmanship with forward-thinking sustainability? In this episode of Bridging the Gap, host Todd Weyandt is jo...

Prefab Isn’t Just About Efficiency

09 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Does innovation always mean groundbreaking new tech, or can it also mean simple, steady improvements to the way you work? Live from Advancing Prefab 2...

Breaking Down Barriers in Prefab

07 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is prefabrication all about efficiency, or is it also revolutionizing the way we build? In this episode, Todd Weyandt sits down with Michael Quillen, ...

AI-Powered Contract Intelligence & Tariff Readiness

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With tariffs and supply chain disruptions reshaping the construction landscape, staying ahead of contract complexities is more critical than ever. In ...

Innovating for a Better Future

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How can the construction industry break free from traditional constraints and truly innovate? In this episode, live from Advancing Prefab 2025, Harrie...

How Team Dynamics Drive Success

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In another episode of Bridging the Gap live from Advancing Prefab 2025, Todd Weyandt sits down with Jenny Kronish, insurance industry professional and...

Mindset Shifts Create Opportunities

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What’s driving the surge in prefabrication? How do we shift the industry mindset to embrace standardization and long-term partnerships? And where do...

300 Episodes of Innovation and Transformation

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve made it to 300 episodes! Join host Todd Weyandt as we celebrate this incredible milestone with a look back at the biggest themes shaping the i...

The Field is the Best Teacher

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is the construction industry drowning in information overload? In another episode live from Advancing Prefab 2025, Todd sits down with Michael Warren,...

The Power of Prefab, Partnerships, and Paradigm Shifts

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Bridging the Gap, live from Advancing Prefab 2025, Todd sits down with Dr. Andrew Rener to discuss the evolution of prefabrication ...

The Power of Partnering in Prefab

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, straight from Advancing Prefabrication 2025, Todd welcomes back Amy Marks, the Queen of Prefab, for an insightful discussion on the e...

Bridging the Gap Between AI and Construction

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is AI a job disruptor, or could it actually make construction more human? In this episode, Hari Vasudevan joins the conversation to explore the transf...

Resilience in a Tough Industry

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Todd and guest Pat Miller discuss Pat’s inspiring journey in the construction industry. Pat provides great insights into being a wo...

How AI is Shaping the Future of the Construction

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to truly innovate in construction? Should innovation be confined to one team or department, or should it become a collaborative, com...

How to Find Your Tech Adoption Champion

22 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How can the construction industry strike the perfect balance between tradition and innovation—especially with AI in the mix? Join Todd and this week...

BIM is a Complete Game-Changer

15 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if you could switch from a 43% success rate to 98.9%? And what if that switch was as simple as adopting BIM? Join Todd and guest Brian Chapman as...

Using Humanity as a Construction Strategy

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What is the most valuable resource in any organization, including construction? Human beings remain, and have always been, our best investment. Join T...

The Future of Water and Infrastructure

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do aging infrastructure and access to clean water relate? The two are more intertwined than you might think. Join Todd and guest Kenneth Driscol a...

Measuring Success in Tech Adoption

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What are the most essential ingredients in successful tech implementation? It’s tough to strike the balance between hard numbers and fostering compa...

The Power in Having an Open Mind

06 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is it time to start taking ego out of the innovation equation? Join Todd and guest Jessica Vance as they discuss the role of continuous improvement in...

Sustainability’s Role in Design

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If sustainability and the human experience were at the forefront of architectural design, what changes would we see? Live from Autodesk University 202...

The Power of AI in Modern Construction

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What do you get when you combine marketing expertise with construction industry experience? You get the opportunity to bridge an enormous gap. In anot...

The Trades Are Leading the Way

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As the industry forges toward more and more tech adoption, how do we keep track of these new goalposts, tools, and processes? In another live episode ...

Building the Path to Net Zero: DFW International Airport

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How can one of the busiest airports in the world lead the charge toward sustainability? Recorded live at Autodesk University 2024, Kendra Brown and Ro...

The Role of Reinvention in the Autodesk Ecosystem

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With the rebranding of Autodesk University, innovation in construction, and advancements in cloud technology, what lies ahead? Live from Autodesk Univ...

How to Design, Make, and Innovate

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What does the future hold for the world of Design and Make—and how is Autodesk working to shape that future? Straight from Autodesk University 2024,...

How to Create a Circular Economy of Water

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Having access to clean, potable water is a basic human right—so how do we bridge the gap and make water more accessible on the job site? Join Todd a...

Training the Future Workforce of Construction

26 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How important is it to prioritize a positive company culture? When it comes training to the new workforce, it can make the difference between a compan...

The Role of Leadership in Mental Health Support

18 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Breaking the stigma around mental health issues in construction is crucial and often overlooked. In this episode, Todd and guest Elizabeth Crowley of ...

How to Address the Barriers Around Construction Jobs

11 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The labor shortage is an ongoing issue—but what are the most realistic reasons behind it? In this episode, Tatanisia Lumley joins the podcast to dis...

It’s Crucial to Prioritize Preventative Maintenance

04 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You’re probably familiar with building assessments and forensic engineering, but what’s the essential role they play in long-lasting infrastructur...

Navigating Change is a Delicate Balance

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In construction, what gives a particular tech or process the ability to “stick around”? Should we lean into change, stick to tradition, or reconci...

What is Intelligence Augmentation?

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are revisiting a recent favorite episode this week…Construction: is it only slow to innovate due to tradition, or is there another conversation t...

How to Build the Las Vegas Sphere

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are revisiting a recent favorite episode this week…What are the “limits” of design software—and why push those limits? What makes Las Vegas...

The Power in Having Integrity and Courage

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to build a lasting legacy in an industry that never sleeps? Peter Lehrer, a legendary name in construction, joins us in our latest e...

Cultivating an Innovative Mindset in Construction

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How interconnected are the ideas of innovation and storytelling? In our latest episode, Danielle O’Connell of Skanska joins the podcast to shed some...

How to Bring STEM into Construction

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What’s the connection between STEM education and the trades? When it comes to recruiting the new generation, that connection may actually be crucial...

How to “Make It Your Own” in the Industry

26 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There are many ways to get involved and carve out your ideal career in the AEC industry. Where do you begin? In our latest episode, Chris Ryan of Ryan...

A Day in the Life of Precon

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a common misconception that precon is solely a numbers-and-computers industry. How do we get the word out that in reality, it’s far more comp...

The Importance of Acknowledging Mistakes

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is failure something to be avoided at all costs—or is it vital to growth? In this episode, recorded live at Advancing Preconstruction 2024, Manasi P...

There’s No “Quick Fix” to Develop New Skills

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What’s the key to achieving a relevant, active, and connected career in the industry? The answer lies in your own level of commitment. Live from Adv...

The Difference Between Information and Data

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We’re in a new era of construction—does that imply a new era of data management, as well? Live at Advancing Preconstruction 2024, Darrell Torres o...

AI is What BIM Used to Be

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What does it mean when a new tech sweeps the industry? Times are changing, but the way we interact with technology on a wider scale seems to be simila...

Break Down Data Siloes by Future-Proofing

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How can we be sure we’re collecting “the right” data to drive future success? The secret lies in when (and how) we gather that data in the first...

Estimating and Preconstruction Aren’t Synonyms

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Live from Advancing Preconstruction 2024, Steve Dell’Orto of ConCntric joins the podcast to discuss some of the most common misconceptions surroundi...

You Can “Trip and Fall” Your Way into the Industry

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The younger generation may be full of people who would shine as construction professionals—what if they just don’t know it yet? When it comes to c...

What is Intelligence Augmentation?

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Construction: is it only slow to innovate due to tradition, or is there another conversation to be had? In this episode, Sarah Buchner joins the podca...

Rome Wasn’t Built in a Day

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What’s the best process of leveraging your software to its fullest potential? How do stakeholder communication and project transformations fit in? I...

The World is in 3D, Not 2D

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If the world is in 3 dimensions, and we think in 3 dimensions, why would we work in only 2? Join Todd and guest Jonathan Jasinski as they unpack the i...

The World is in 3D, Not 2D

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If the world is in 3 dimensions, and we think in 3 dimensions, why would we work in only 2? Join Todd and guest Jonathan Jasinski as they unpack the i...

From Concrete to Code

17 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Technology stacks are transforming the construction industry. In the years to come, what benefits in decision-making and project efficiency might we s...

AI Should be Field-First

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As AR and AI continue to sweep the construction industry, what are some of the best and most proven ways to leverage this enigmatic technology? Could ...

Salting the Horse

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Where do most training programs fall short? The answer may lie in the way we’ve been approaching the subject of training at large. Straight from GRA...

Build in Time to Learn

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Now that prefabrication is taking off, we’re looking for ways to make it a seamless process. Is there yet a “perfect software” that has everythi...

Prefab's Critical Trifecta

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Prefab has demonstrated itself to be a valuable addition to the construction industry, but there’s still some pushback against it. When we’re cert...

Innovation Isn't Just Hardware and Software

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The productization of prefab will be a tricky and incremental process. Can we still bring our creativity to the table when there are so many unknowns?...

Bringing Certainty to the Project Team

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Depending on how you look at them, AI and prefabrication in construction can be time-saving game changers or tools of disruption. Paul Sweeney joined ...

Clear the Air About Your Team’s Pain Points

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A solid management team is foundational to the success of your company. When you come to management with a request or idea, whether they listen or not...

The Importance of Reliable Methods

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Transparency is often key to the success of a project. When you bring in something newer, like prefabrication, harmony and communication between teams...

It's Too Easy to Make Money Playing Video Games

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The great Dave Cooper joined us at Advancing Prefab 2024. He brought plenty of energy and hard facts about the industry. Namely, there is a cool-facto...

Every Project is a Unique Snowflake

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Each and every building is indeed one of a kind, but in truth, not everything needs to be that special. UMC's Ryan Hoggatt worked on a project one tim...

Everyone is Reaching for a Better Way to Work

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode from Advancing Prefab 2024, we see how often buildings are simply means to an end for bog companies. A pharmaceutical company makes mo...

How to Practice Continuous Improvement

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Work shouldn't be wasteful and work shouldn't be burdensome. Robert Penney says that anyone who has stopped liking their work can find joy in it again...

How To Have A Shot At Prefab

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Offsite facilities are opening up everywhere. Everyone wants a shot at getting prefab 'right' and growing the industry into the massive potential that...

Prefab Sees a Boost from AI

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Back again from Advancing Prefab comes Amr Raafat and Stuart Meurer. Each year, these two take a longitudinal look at how the field of prefab has chan...

How to Build the Las Vegas Sphere

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you build something that's never been tried before? How do you model something that's never been modeled before? If you're looking for the answ...

AI Makes Its Construction Debut

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

AI has already become integral in society. How is it affecting the construction industry—and what do we see as its long-term effects? Join host Todd...

Do Cyborgs Take Sick Days?

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Perhaps we will soon find out. Workers who use smart powered suits like those made by German Bionics often have a better quality of life. People who o...

"We've Always Done It This Way"

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to become fully carbon-neutral in this industry? What are some practical steps we can take in that direction? Join host Todd and gue...