Bridging the Gap: Insights & Innovations in Construction
Episodes
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...
Innovation is Our Livelihood
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is there a way to balance innovation and tradition? The answer is yes, but it takes mindfulness and strategy. Join host Todd and guest Chris Tatge as ...
Implementing Tech The Right Way
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New cost management tech is taking the world by storm. How can you identify which software is best for you? Join host Todd and guest Brad Buckles as t...
Mycelium Paves the Way for 2030
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is the future of construction mycelium-based? That’s what Thomas van Haren asks in sustainable building initiative. Join host Todd and guest Thomas ...
Your Brand is a Hiring Make or Break
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does it mean to successfully rebrand a company? Why is it so essential to have a brand “story”? Join host Todd and guests John Lenker and Ass...
The Product Platform Approach
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Designers and engineers are under a lot of pressure to design all of our future infrastructure. In fact, it may be an impossible task right now. KOPE'...
Experience Fuels Our Organizations
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why is experience and wisdom a key for organizations? The wise fuel knowledge. We have to leverage experience so we avoid repeating the past and avoid...
Function Over Flash
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What if saving an hour a day could revolutionize the construction industry? DPR's Kyle Knauer explores this provocative idea. Discover how simple tech...
The Changing Purpose of Construction Sites
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Has traditional construction changed for good? Industrialized construction and productization are creeping in. We're moving away from the old ways and...
The Rapid Adoption of Industrialized Construction
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is the future of construction being built in the cloud? Listen in to find out. Brandon Ionata, a senior solution director at Graitec StrucSoft, discus...
The Critical Role of GIS in Construction
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Could deeper GIS integration simplify or complicate your projects? Are you overlooking potential efficiencies by not incorporating GIS data? Mortenson...
AI Needs to Solve Practical Pain Points
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The phrase "walk before you run" echoes throughout the industry right now. Autodesk's Senior Director of Global Customer Success Brandon LaCourciere s...
Align Your Strategies Early On
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this enlightening episode, we're joined by Hannu Lindberg from DPR Construction, a top U.S. general contractor known for its hands-on building appr...
The State of Design and Make
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is the current state of design and make? Stephanie Losee and team have the data and the answers. In this episode we discuss the novel Design and ...
Give Thanks and Keep Innovating
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As families gather to celebrate Thanksgiving, we invite you to reflect on your blessings. While we're taking a brief hiatus this week, we wanted you t...
You Won’t Get Anywhere Without Proactivity
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Smith, founder of Sonar, highlights the criticality of operations teams being proactive, advocating for creativity and critical thinking in probl...
Soft Skills Take on New Importance
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When you think of “soft skills,” what do you imagine? Do you think of them as having a tangible effect on the construction industry? Join host Tod...
Should Automation Solve the Skills Gap?
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What key lessons can construction take from manufacturing? What do advents like machine learning, AI, IoT, and industrialization mean for manufacturin...
A Model for Giving Back in Construction
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What are your key values? What makes you hold true to them in the long run? Join host Todd and guest Cole Porter as they discuss the essential nature ...
Reaching Construction’s Next Generation
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does the concept of “mentorship” mean to the future of construction? How do we ensure that the younger generation is provided with the tools ...
Structural Engineers Need a Seat at the Table
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do construction and structural engineering work together? What are some ways that we can encourage this meeting of the minds? Join host Todd and g...
Augmented Realities are Shaping Skylines
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Of all the most recent advents in construction technology, what are the most useful? What’s the biggest hurdle in adoption when it comes to AR and V...
The Profitable Path to Sustainability
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What are the smartest ways to prioritize sustainable efforts and profits—especially if your company is less established? Join host Todd and guest Aa...
Autonomy is Your New Secret Weapon
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does a successful technological transformation look like in our industry? What are the biggest challenges facing that successful transformation? ...
Accidental Collaboration
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What are the best ways to create a culture of innovation in construction? Join host Todd and guest Todd Grossweiler as they discuss adopting an entrep...
The Labor Shortage is Driving Innovation
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How will AI and data analytics shape the future of construction? What are some ways we’re already seeing shifts in our workforce? Join host Todd and...
Changing Everyone’s Mind About the Trades
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does the path from journeyman to executive look like? What should young workers expect to find in the industry today? Join host Todd and guest Ja...
Construction in the Age of AI
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Delve into the game-changing potential of AI in construction. In this episode we uncover how AI serves as a research assistant, accelerating problem-s...
FinTech in Construction
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How has financial reporting in construction changed over time? Does new tech allow us to increase accuracy and transparency—and what are some pitfal...
Grit Leads to Greatness
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How can we successfully contextualize the construction industry for the new generation? What role does technology play—and what about creative conce...
Construction Will Become Manufacturing
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As technology advances in construction, what impacts have we seen overall on sustainability, safety, and equipment quality? Join host Todd and guest J...
Sustainability is a Business Strategy
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does it really mean to “go green?” It’s more complex than you might think. Join host Todd and guest Tommy Linstroth as they discuss the ups...
Value is in the Flow of Information
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What are some ways for BIM to positively affect the electrical engineering industry? How do we get more people on board with BIM adoption across the t...
Construction’s Golden Thread of Information
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is “connected construction,” and how does it change the layout of our industry? Join host Todd and guest Rob Norton as they discuss the poten...
Invest, Invent and Innovate
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When change can sometimes lead to failure, how do we embrace those lessons to champion the value of innovation? Join host Todd and guest Hamzah Shanba...
Construction’s Alter Ego Effect
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What are some surprising similarities between the sports and business worlds? What is the “Alter Ego Effect”? Join host Todd Weyandt and guest Tod...
Branding Your Company for Greatness
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’re happy to welcome back Tyler Campbell, host of Construction Brothers Podcast, for today’s episode! Join Todd and Tyler as they discuss the ch...
The Platinum Rule
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do we break free of “the way things have always been done”? How can you tell in the hiring process whether you’ll be working for a collabora...
Construction Data and a Unified Platform
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How would you describe your attitude towards change in the construction industry? How do our expectations of technology change as the tech itself evol...
How to Get Work Done Right
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's a podcast mashup! Work Done Right Podcast host Wes Edmiston joins us to talk about the important trends and topics in construction. In this we co...
200 Episodes of Innovation
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What have you learned over the past four years? We've learned a lot. Construction has changed and overcome major obstacles to adapt to a newly digitiz...
Can AR Make Tech Adoption Easier?
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What do you picture when you hear about augmented reality? What are some misconceptions we might have in the industry around AR? Join host Todd and gu...
The Gen Z Workforce Will Soon Double
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What are the top issues we face when recruiting Gen Z into the construction industry? What are some ways we can use our experiences to resonate with y...
The Changing of the Guard
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How can we carry our enthusiasm for prefabrication into the jobsite? How do we recruit the younger generation? What are some indicators that productiz...
Have Pride in Process Improvement
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to the conversation around prefab, what are the biggest hurdles facing electrical workers today? How does effective communication betwee...
Construction’s Most Valuable Asset
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do we tackle the issue of inefficient communication in construction, and how does “having an open mind” come into play? Join host Todd and gue...
AI Shapes the Future of Hiring
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is the “human side” of construction? What is “human capital” and how does it relate to employee retention? Join host Todd and guest Katie...
Practical Tech Adoption in Action
24 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does it look like when a firm truly has an open mind? CEO of Windover Construction Stuart Meurer had a great story to tell about that 'aha moment...
Put Your Effort Into Only One Design
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What barriers exist between design and construction, and how can we mindfully tackle them? How can we promote communication and camaraderie across the...
Your Next Role Doesn’t Exist Yet
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A lot can change in ten years, especially in the construction industry. What will productivity, jobs, and tech adoption look like a decade from now? J...
Questioning the Tried and True
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How has social media influenced what the world knows about the trades? How do we tackle the subject of miscommunication about—and within—the indus...
The Changing Role of the Owner
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
At Advancing Prefab 2023 we interviewed Ray Boff about the current trends and best practices in modular and prefab and the conversation focused in on ...
The Long-Term Vision of Modular
07 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are modular and prefab going to immediately bring you profits? Probably not, and that's okay. Implementing new processes and technologies won't give y...
Does Construction Have A Silver Bullet?
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is operational efficiency, and what are some ways that we can achieve it? How do we bring up to the “technology conversation” to slower adopt...
Facing the Worker Deficit Head On
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What do we do as an industry facing a 600,000 worker deficit? At some point we will need to rely on prefab and modular just to get projects done. We m...
Productization is Critical for the Future
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We interviewed a dozen industry leaders Advancing Prefab 2023 about the most important and pressing themes in the industry today. You'll hear about pr...
How to Make Change Management Easier
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What’s the best way to transition from a 2D workflow to a digital one? How do you gain a holistic and competitive advantage with your BIM workflows?...
The Biggest Mistake that Leaders Make
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does good and effective leadership look like? How do we know when we’re being an effective leader? Join host Todd and guest Major General Karl ...
The Journey to Sustainability is Speeding Up
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How is sustainability changing the way we approach data, reporting, and design? What changes are we seeing already? Join host Todd and guest Anthony Z...
The Shared Pains of Interoperability | Reflections on the CPC AEC Innovation Summit
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A great friend of the show Nathan Wood joined us for a special episode to recap the Construction Progress Coalition's 2023 AEC Integration Summit. The...
Risk Being Replaced
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does the art of negotiation have to do with construction, and what are some tactics to avoid? Additionally, what should we do about AI? Join host...
Interoperability Isn’t a Threat
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do we accomplish interoperability in our industry, and what does that look like on a practical level? Join host Todd and guest Tom Reno as they di...
Sharing Trade Secrets
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The need for more skilled tradesmen is one of the biggest issues facing construction. How do we attract—and retain—new talent? Join host Todd and ...
It’s a Data Problem, Not a Technology Problem
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Where is the construction industry right now on the road to tech adoption? What steps do we need to take to guarantee successful technology implementa...
Sustainability is Now in the Spotlight
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join host Todd and guest Britta Teller as they discuss the intersection of ecology, statistics, and construction, how we can contextualize sustainabil...
Collaboration Requires Cooperation
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to the many different facets of our industry, what are some ways we could collaborate more effectively? What are some misconceptions tha...
How to Supercharge Construction Productivity
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join host Todd and guest Aviv Leibovici as they discuss an outside perspective on the issues faced by the industry, how technology can fundamentally c...
How to Market Your Construction Company
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Top-level marketers specializing in construction weigh in on the best way to market your construction business. This special episode is in an audioboo...
A Guide to Construction Innovation
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Every week on Bridging the Gap, I end the show by asking my guest “what does innovation mean to you?”. I have been fascinated with the wide-rangin...
How to Use Technology for Business Outcomes
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What’s the biggest hurdle stopping the industry from adopting tech as a whole? How do we address that hurdle and jump over it? Join host Todd and gu...
How to Combat Quiet Quitting
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How can you know that you’re growing in the right direction? What’s your company’s next big step? Join host Todd and guest Matt DiBara as they d...
Amy Marks on Productization and Expected Experience
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is a special episode of Bridging the Gap. This is our final live recording from the 5th annual MEP Force. During the Day 1 General Session, we sa...
MEP Force: Peers and Experts Weigh in on Change Management
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The hottest topic in construction right now is Change Management. We set up a live podcasting booth at MEP Force 2022 and asked your peers and industr...
MEP Force 2022: Why We Are Stronger Together
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're coming at you LIVE from MEP Force 2022 in San Antonio, TX. Our great friends of the show, Nathan Wood and Travis Voss joined us for this exclusi...
Carbon Capture and the Circular Economy
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is a circular economy? What does it have to do with Contech, green construction, and “Big Data”? Join host Todd and guest Alfredo Carrato as ...
The Most Important Factor in Successful Projects
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are many different cultures within the construction industry. How do we navigate them—and communicate with each other—successfully? Join hos...
How the Built Environment is Going to Change
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What can you learn from building an awareness of failure? How do you encourage people to input good data to leverage across the project lifecycle? Joi...
Why Buildings Are So Expensive
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are we beginning to make the move to sustainable construction overall? Join host Todd and guest Andrew Staniforth as they discuss the benefits of dist...
Powering Up Your Projects
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As someone in the AEC industry, what does your job look like on the daily? Does it involve many repetitive, time-consuming tasks on top of your import...
A New Way to Enter the Trades
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In academic settings, why are the trades considered “less than?” What can we do to change that social stamp of disapproval? Join host Todd and gue...
35% of Your Day is Wasted
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel “heard” on the jobsite? In your experience, have efforts at collaboration been effective? Join host Todd and guest Ron Nussbaum as the...
Team Equals Tenure
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is it possible to guarantee success? If so, what building blocks do you need to implement? Join host Todd and guest Bryson Reaume as they discuss buil...
The Marketing Problem in Construction Continues
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As someone in the construction industry, how do you begin to tell your story? Join host Todd and guest Katlyn Slocum as they discuss best strategies f...
The Old Trades are Gone
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We all have a story to tell—what’s yours? Join host Todd and guest Jessica Bannister as they discuss the growing audience that comes with globaliz...
Our Modular Future
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When you think of modular and preconstruction, what comes to mind? Are there some misconceptions around the implications of these building styles, and...