Digital Builder

• A Closer Look at Design & Make with Autodesk’s Dara Treseder

  In this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas sits down with Autodesk's Chief Marketing Officer Dara Treseder to unpack the latest insights from the annual State of Design & Make Report. Recorded live at Autodesk University in Nashville, the conversation explores what the data says about digital maturity across the Design and Make industries—and how construction teams can turn those findings into action.From the industry’s ambition to go fully cloud-based to practical strategies for closing the skills gap, Dara shares how leaders are building resilient, efficient organizations that deliver faster, on budget, and with stronger stakeholder trust.Download the Spotlight on Construction here: https://construction.autodesk.com/go/design-and-make-construction-spotlight-reportDownload the full report here: https://www.autodesk.com/design-make/research/state-of-design-and-make-2025We discuss:Key findings from the 2025 State of Design & Make ReportThe cloud adoption gap—and why it’s a massive opportunity for constructionHow improved data access and collaboration drive accuracy and efficiencyPractical strategies for attracting, training, and upskilling talentWhere sustainability gains are showing up across project lifecyclesDigital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

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• What Makes Design-Build Different? A Deep Dive With DBIA

  Design-build is gaining momentum across the construction industry, and for good reason: it delivers projects faster, fosters collaboration, and reduces risk. But what really sets design-build apart from traditional delivery methods—and how does technology amplify its benefits?In this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas sits down with Brian Skripac, Director of Virtual Design and Construction at the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA), to unpack the fundamentals of design-build, bust common myths, and explore how digital tools are transforming project delivery. Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025 in Nashville, this conversation dives into why design-build is more than a contract—it’s a cultural shift toward transparency, trust, and innovation.We discuss:What makes design-build different from design-bid-build (DBB) and construction manager at risk (CMAR)Common misconceptions about design-build—and the truth behind themHow technology and shared models break down silos and improve coordinationWhy early collaboration leads to better outcomes and fewer surprisesPractical advice for teams looking to adopt design-build successfullyDigital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

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• How Firms, Educators, and Tech Are Closing the Construction Skills Gap Together

  The construction industry faces a growing talent shortage—but innovative partnerships are paving the way forward. In this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas sits down with Nick Otto, Chief Technology Officer at Kimley-Horn, and Beth Ihnatolya, Program Director of Civil Engineering and Geomatics Technology at Wake Technical Community College, to explore how collaboration between firms, educators, and technology providers is creating a job-ready pipeline.Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025 in Nashville, this conversation dives into why these partnerships matter, how they’re reshaping education, and what it takes to prepare the next generation of construction professionals.We discuss:Why firms, colleges, and tech providers must work together to close the skills gapHow internships and apprenticeships go beyond “coffee runs” to deliver real-world experienceThe role of advisory boards in aligning curriculum with industry needsHow Autodesk, Kimley-Horn, and Wake Tech are redesigning courses with hands-on toolsPractical steps for attracting talent and changing construction’s perceptionDigital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

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• Construction Professionals Should Know THIS About Model Context Protocols (MCPs)

  Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we work—but until recently, its capabilities were limited by context. Enter Model Context Protocol (MCP), a new standard that’s changing the game by enabling AI agents to connect directly with external tools and data sources.In this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas sits down with Ben Cochran, Vice President of Engineering at Autodesk, to demystify MCPs and explore what they mean for construction workflows. Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025 in Nashville, this conversation dives into why MCPs are generating so much buzz and how they’re unlocking new levels of efficiency across the industry.We discuss:What MCPs are and how they differ from traditional APIsWhy MCPs are accelerating AI adoption across connected ecosystemsPractical use cases for MCPs in construction, from BIM validation to design optimizationHow MCPs reduce repetitive tasks and enable outcome-based workflowsWhere to start if you’re curious about MCPs and agentic toolsDigital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

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• Why the Future of Preconstruction is Brighter Than Ever

  Preconstruction is evolving faster than ever—and it’s changing what it means to plan and price projects. In this episode of Digital Builder, host Eric Thomas sits down with Jose Gudiño, Manager of Construction Technology at Swinerton, and Jeff Gerardi, Director of Preconstruction Strategy at Autodesk, to explore how technology, data, and AI are reshaping the preconstruction landscape.Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025 in Nashville, this conversation dives into the challenges of fragmented workflows, the rise of connected platforms, and what the next generation of preconstruction professionals can expect.We discuss:How preconstruction workflows have shifted from spreadsheets to integrated, data-driven systemsWhy tool overload is an industry-wide problem—and how to solve itThe growing role of AI in takeoffs, cost analysis, and constructability reviewsHow mentorship and technology are redefining career paths in preconstructionWhat the estimator’s role will look like in 5–10 yearsDigital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.

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