Episode 24 - Matthew Mackey - Why Construction Keeps Repeating the Same Mistakes

“We’re still fundamentally building in the same way we were 30 years ago.” – Matthew MackeyIn this episode of Building Stories - The Podcast, powered by Deep Space, we sit down with Matthew Mackey, National Service Lead for Cost and Commercial Management at Arcadis. With over 25 years in the industry, Matthew reflects on the repeated mistakes construction keeps making and what must change to build better, faster, and smarter.We discuss:Why construction has been stuck in the same cycle for decadesThe real barriers to tech adoption, and why Excel still dominates the industryHow change management is just as important as the tech itselfThe long-term vision construction needs to break free from short-term thinkingWhat smaller contractors can do to improve cost control and survive in tough marketsMatthew shares his experience leading internal innovation at Arcadis, highlighting the challenges of driving change in an industry built on habit.‍Key Sections:Matthew’s Path into Construction and Arcadis – 02:24Why Construction Struggles to Change – 09:00The Hidden Challenge of Internal Tech Development – 12:00How to Drive Change in a Resistant Industry – 19:30What the Future Holds for Construction Tech and AI – 26:30The Critical Role of Government Leadership in Innovation – 32:00Advice for Small Contractors Facing Financial Struggles – 34:50Building Stories is powered by Deep Space – Mission Critical Construction AI.‍

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