The ConTechCrew

In this episode, hosts Jeff Sample and Nathan Hood sit down with Brian Tracy, Director of Construction Management at Ausonio Incorporated , to explore a more sustainable approach to construction technology: people first, process second, product third. Brian shares lessons from his career in construction management, technology strategy, teaching, and training, including the ideas behind Managing Co...

Construction runs on communication. Superintendents, foremen, subcontractors, suppliers, and project teams make countless decisions through phone calls and conversations every day. The problem is that those decisions don’t always make it into project documentation and a seemingly small missed detail can lead to expensive rework. In this episode of The ConTech Crew, Jeff Sample sits down with Karly...

Trade contractors operate at the center of some of construction’s most complex workflows; estimating, procurement, scheduling, fabrication, field execution, change management, and closeout, yet their critical project data often lives across disconnected systems. In this episode, the crew previews Trimble Dimensions 2026 and sits down with Yael Hanan , co-founder and CEO of Pelles AI , to explore h...

Construction is facing a growing labor shortage while jobsite safety and productivity remain major challenges. In this episode, host Jeff Sample is joined by Shamoon Siddiqui, founder of Human Friendly Robotics, who explains why the future of construction automation isn't humanoid robots. It’s purpose-built robots designed to solve specific, repetitive tasks. From robotic tile installation to...

What does it take to launch and grow a successful commercial construction company in today's market? In this episode, host Jeff Sample invites Melissa Drew to share her journey from spending two decades with a national contractor to building a nimble construction management firm focused on large-scale government projects. The conversation explores how smaller contractors can compete with indus...

What does it take to transform MEP engineering with generative AI? In this episode, host Jeff Sample sits down with Niklas Lindgren to explore how Endra is building a new AI-powered workplace for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineers. The conversation covers Niklas’s path from law school to founding and exiting a global design-build security company, assembling a world-class technical tea...

The construction industry is facing an unprecedented wave of complexity. Mega-projects, data center expansions, labor shortages, and increasingly interconnected project teams are creating more risk and information overload than ever before. In this episode, host Jeff Sample sits down with the team behind Primepoint AI to discuss how artificial intelligence, knowledge graphs, and connected project...

In this episode, hosts Jeff Sample and Nathan Wood sit down with Cameron Page, Founder and CEO of Clearstory, to discuss one of construction's most misunderstood and critical processes: change orders. The conversation explores how change orders impact every stakeholder on a project, why transparency matters more than ever, and how AI is beginning to transform construction workflows. The episod...

In this episode, hosts Jeff Sample and Nathan Wood sit down with Bryan Guess to explore one of the most overlooked challenges in construction, technology, and business operations: mistaking symptoms for root causes. Drawing from his experience, Bryan explains why organizations often jump straight to solutions without first understanding the real problem they're trying to solve. The conversatio...

In this episode, hosts Jeff Sample and Nathan Wood look into the evolving role of AI in construction technology with Colin Whitlatch, CTO of Kahua. Colin discusses how Kahua's platform leverages AI to enhance construction project management, the importance of security and compliance (especially in the context of FedRAMP), and how the human element remains vital even as AI becomes more prevalen...

In this episode of The ConTech Crew, we hear from Josh Levy , CEO of Document Crunch , as he shares the journey of his company's growth and transformation. From the early days of starting up with limited resources to the strategic partnership with Trimble , Josh offers insight into the challenges and successes that have shaped his entrepreneurial path. The conversation touches on the culture o...

In this episode, hosts Jeff Sample and Nathan Wood talk with Alex Schickling about how DeWalt is transforming the construction industry by using robotics to address major workforce challenges. Alex explains how robotics is tackling the most physically demanding and repetitive tasks, allowing skilled workers to focus on higher-value activities. From drilling in data centers to revolutionizing const...

In this episode, host Jeff Sample sits down with three leading experts in the construction and insurance sectors: Cutler Knupp from The Haskell Company , Damon Ranieri from AXA XL , and Chris Greene from American Global . Together, they explore the intersection of risk management, technology, and innovation in the construction industry. The discussion delves into how businesses are adapting to cha...

In this episode, host Jeff Sample sits down with Jennifer Hohman , Chief Information and Technology Officer at Baker Construction , for a practical conversation on how technology is shaping modern construction. Jennifer shares her path into the industry and brings a grounded perspective on aligning innovation with real-world project delivery. The discussion focuses on how construction teams can ad...

In this episode, hosts Nathan Wood and Jeff Sample sit down with Rob Sloyer , Vice President of Innovation & Strategic Services at Kast Construction , for an insightful conversation about the role of technology in construction, the evolution of digital tools, and the industry's ongoing challenges and opportunities. Rob shares his journey from the early days of fax machines to the digital t...

In this episode of The ConTech Crew , host Jeff Sample explores the “Wild Wild West” of construction engineering with Jasper Calcara of D.H. Charles Engineering . From Olympic downhill inspections to life-threatening trench collapses and sheared structural columns, Jasper shares what it means to be the “sheriff” in an industry where seconds matter and safety is everything. Construction engineering...

In this episode of The ConTech Crew , host Jeff Sample is joined by Jonathan Marsh and Travis Voss . They discuss the latest trends in construction technology, including the growing role of AI, its implications on the workforce, and its potential to change the construction industry. They also cover the importance of hands-on skill development, share insights from the MVP Innovation Conference, and...

In this episode of The ConTech Crew , the conversation moves into one of the least flashy but most critical areas of construction: accounting. host Jeff Sample is joined by construction accounting expert Bryce Wisan to unpack why construction accounting is fundamentally different from other industries, why profitable contractors still fail, and how cash flow, not margin, is often the real killer....

In this episode of The ConTech Crew , host Jeff Sample looks into the real-world application of AI in construction with industry leaders from Quantum Rise. While AI is generating excitement across industries, construction companies often struggle with where to start, what to automate, and how to ensure meaningful ROI. This conversation breaks down the path from curiosity to implementation, showing...

In this episode of The ConTech Crew , host Jeff Sample sits down with Colin Piper to discuss the rapid adoption of AI in the construction industry. They explore Build Ops’ latest report on AI in commercial contracting, highlighting key trends and challenges faced by trade contractors. The episode discusses how AI is transforming workflows, tackling burnout and labor shortages, and increasing effic...

In this special year-end episode of The ConTech Crew , host Jeff Sample gathers the crew Jonathan Marsh , Travis Voss , and Nathan Wood . Together, they reflect on the events, challenges, and advancements in the construction technology industry throughout 2025. From AI's growing dominance to the evolution of prefab construction, the team discusses key trends, frustrations, and the industry&#39...

Disclaimer: This episode is a rerun of a previously aired conversation, but the insights on AI and technology’s role in construction remain timely and incredibly relevant. In this exciting episode of The ConTech Crew , host Jeff Sample is joined by Usman Shuja , CEO of Bluebeam, to explore how AI and technology are transforming the construction industry. With extensive experience in AI development...

Disclaimer: This episode is a rerun of a previously aired conversation, but the insights remain as relevant and powerful as ever. Enjoy this timeless discussion on the evolution of construction and the role of technology in shaping its future. In this episode of The ConTech Crew , host Jeff Sample sits down with Tooey Courtemanche , CEO of Procore Technologies, for an enlightening discussion on th...

In this holiday special of The ConTech Crew , host Jeff Sample returns with the construction dorks for a hosts-only episode to share their favorite tech and wellness gift ideas for the construction dorks in your life. From wearables and recovery tools to retro gaming consoles and DIY robot arms, this fun-filled episode looks into a wide range of geeky, practical, and wellness-focused gifts that bl...

In this episode of The ConTech Crew , host Jeff Sample sits down with industry experts Ross Helleberg and Alex Belkofer from McCarthy Building Company. They discuss how their teams are pushing the boundaries of scheduling, planning, and virtual design and construction (VDC). They also explore the integration of advanced scheduling methodologies like Takt and Last Planner, the value of visual plann...