The CADDle Call

Procore's Field COO Kris Lengieza joins The CADDle Call to talk about how AI is actually changing construction work right now, not someday. We cover the new Procore AI agent builder, why field workers have been left out of most tech rollouts, and how firms are running more projects without adding headcount. We also address the fear of losing institutional knowledge to AI and what separates the...

In this episode of The CADDle Call Podcast, we sit down with Tim Yarris - Senior Product Manager for Civil 3D at Autodesk - to break down everything you need to know about the 2027 release. From AI-powered design tools to brand-new civil engineering features, Tim walks us through what his team has built to make your workflow faster and smarter. We dig into Autodesk's exciting Technology Previe...

In this episode of the CADDle Call Podcast, we sit down with Ramesh Sridharan - Director of Reality Solutions for ABI at Autodesk - to break down everything new in Autodesk ReCap Pro 2027. We explore how reality capture is evolving in the AEC industry and what the latest ReCap release means for professionals working in BIM, construction, and civil design workflows. Whether you're a contractor,...

Construction sites are among the most demanding and dangerous work environments on the planet and keeping everyone safe takes more than good intentions. In this episode of the CADDle Call podcast, we sit down with Adrian Salcedo, a member of the Safety Committee for the Associated Builders and Contractors of New Jersey, to talk all things construction site safety. We'll dig into why safety documen...

Geotechnical and subsurface work has long been one of the most challenging areas for civil engineers working in tools like Civil 3D, but that's changing fast. In this episode of the CADDle Call podcast, we talk with Michael Davidson from Esri and Devrez Karabacak, head of the GeoDin product team, to explore how these platforms are making underground data management and subsurface analysis more...

In this episode of the CADDle Call Podcast, Eric DeLeon, President of AUGI, shares what’s new for 2026 - including updates to the AUGI community, AUGIWORLD magazine, the podcast, and AUGI CON. If you’re in the AEC industry this is your inside look at where the industry’s leading user community is headed next.

In this episode of The CADDle Call Podcast, Jim and Rocco break down the free construction and AEC technology resources ZenTek Consultants has built to help firms work smarter, not harder. They explore ZenTek’s Resource Center, industry blog, software tips & tricks, training events, and extensive YouTube library, all designed to help construction, engineering, and design-build teams improve wo...

We're kicking off Season 7 with a hot topic! In this episode of The CADDle Call Podcast, Jim and Rocco discuss why blindly trusting AI tools like ChatGPT, Grok, and Copilot is creating real risks in the construction and AEC industries. From biased data and paid results to the lack of accountability and human oversight, they explain why AI should be treated as a tool, and not a decision-maker,...

As we wrap up Season 6 of The CADDle Call Podcast, we are joined by Tim Yarris, Senior Product Manager for Civil 3D at Autodesk, to discuss how Autodesk Assistant and AI are shaping real-world CAD and BIM workflows. We break down what Autodesk Assistant can do today, how AI fits directly inside tools like Civil 3D, and why these features are designed to support engineers, not replace them. A pract...

In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Harvey from SiteDocs to reveal how construction teams are ditching paper, reducing risk, and staying audit-ready with smarter Health, Safety & Compliance (HSC) workflows. From custom digital forms to real-time dashboards and field-to-office connectivity, learn how SiteDocs helps contractors stay on top of safety documentation, before it becomes a liabilit...

Discover why the construction industry is facing one of the most significant workforce challenges in decades. In this episode of The CADDle Call podcast, we sit down with Steve Hathaway, founder of Construction Software Solutions, to discuss why skilled workers are retiring faster than companies can replace them, how technology and AI can help fill the gap, and what construction firms can do right...

In this episode of The CADDle Call Podcast, we’re talking with Corey Watson, Head Estimator at A.S. Jones & Co., about his real-world experience using ZenTek’s ZenBidTracker — the simple, powerful tool designed to help contractors and estimators manage bids, track wins and losses, and improve profitability. We sit down with Corey to uncover how ZenBidTracker has changed his estimating process,...

We sit down with returning guest Todd Rogers, Senior Associate with Walter P. Moore, to discuss how engineering teams are using Bluebeam Revu for more than just markups. Learn how Bluebeam streamlines collaboration, integrates with Autodesk tools, and even replaces costly CAD seats. Discover real-world tips for improving design reviews, workflows, and communication across construction and engineer...

Ever wonder what it takes to build a construction-focused app from the ground up? In this episode, we sit down with ZenTek’s Senior Technical Specialist, Dan Coppinger, the mastermind behind ZenBidTracker , to talk about the magic behind software development in the construction world. From idea to interface, Dan shares how AI tools, workflow design, and real-world testing shaped this powerful new...

In this episode of The CADDle Call , hosts Jim and Rocco sit down once again with Michael Davidson, Product Manager for BIM/CAD Integrations at ESRI, to explore how GIS integration can transform civil and transportation design workflows. From the strategic partnership between Autodesk and ESRI to the latest tools connecting ArcGIS, Civil 3D, and AutoCAD, we dig into the real-world benefits enginee...

In this episode, we sit down with Eric DeLeon, President of AUGI , to talk about the exciting changes and future direction of one of the most influential user communities in the CAD/BIM world. From AUGI’s evolution beyond its AutoCAD roots to its new focus on software-agnostic education, collaboration, and innovation, Eric shares insights into how AUGI is supporting design professionals in a rapid...

In this episode of The CADDle Call podcast, Sam Lytle, founder of Beyond CAD, joins us to discuss how tools like Beyond Typicals and Civil Engine are making 3D visualization easier and more impactful for infrastructure projects. From improving communication to streamlining design, this episode explores why 3D visualization is becoming a game-changer in the civil industry.

Dan Whitcombe, Manager of Product Management for AutoCAD Desktop Products at Autodesk, is here to discuss the current landscape and future trajectory of AutoCAD. We tackle the misconception that AutoCAD is becoming obsolete in the wake of more industry-specific tools like Revit and Civil 3D, and explain how AutoCAD will continue adapting to serve both traditional and modern workflows in engineerin...

Dave Knowles, Founder and CEO of TopBuilder, joins us to discuss an under-utilized process in the construction world - Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems - and how they help you grow and nurture your business in the modern world.

Steve Hathaway, Founder of Construction Software Solutions, joins us to discuss using ERP systems in the Construction industry. We'll talk about what ERP is, what it can do, and which systems bring the best benefits to the construction space.

Harlan Brumm, Director of Product Management, Revit Core Capabilities and Collaboration Services for Autodesk, join us on this episode. We'll discuss the cool new tools in Revit 2026 and how to best implement them, as well as the overall focus Autodesk has taken with this rollout of Revit.

Ramesh Sridharan, Director of Reality Solutions for ABI at Autodesk, joins us to discuss the new tools and features in ReCap Pro 2026. We'll also take a peek under the hood to see where Ramesh is leading his team for the next update.

Tim Yarris, Senior Product Manager for Civil 3D at Autodesk, is back to help us delve into the details of the Civil 3D 2026 release.

Rob Herrington, VP of Strategic Partnerships and Market Development at TopBuilder Solutions, joins us as we delve into the concepts of controlling and understanding construction data via Business Intelligence. Specifically we'll discuss Contractor BI and how its business and data intelligence is really changing the way senior construction management is addressing and controlling all the inform...

Tim Yarris, Senior Product Manager for Civil 3D, and Ramesh Sridharan, Director of AEC-Building & Infrastructure Design, at Autodesk join us to discuss the latest release of Civil 3D. They'll tell us about the new design tools in Civil 3D 2026, as well as the improvements to existing tools and processes. Listen to The CADDle Call podcast on these platforms:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Anchor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ,  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple...