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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From Aspirational to Operational: How Sustainability Is Evolving in Construction
Sustainability in construction has long been a topic of discussion—but the nature of that conversation is changing. In this episode, host Eric Thomas sits down with Joe Speicher, Chief Sustainability Officer at Autodesk, and Allison Scott, Director of Sustainability Growth and Engagement, to explore how the industry is shifting from aspirational goals to operational strategies.Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025 in Nashville, this conversation dives into how firms are turning sustainability promises into measurable outcomes, and the role technology plays in enabling that transformation.We discuss:How sustainability has become a data problem—and why that’s a good thingThe importance of connected construction and digital threadsThe environmental impact of AI and how to deploy it responsiblyWhy data centers are at the heart of the sustainability conversationHow Autodesk is helping customers operationalize sustainability across the built environmentAssets mentioned during the episode:A Guide to Alignment in the Built EnvironmentDigital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.
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AU2025 Recap and A Retrospective on Over 130+ Episodes of Digital Builder
Join our host Eric Thomas live from Nashville, Tennessee, as he reflects on hosting over 130 episodes of Autodesk's Digital Builder podcast. Eric covers 5 key takeaways from his discussions with industry leaders and reflects on some of the biggest announcements from Autodesk University this year.
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The Change Order Revolution: Efficiency, Challenges, and Solutions
Change orders have long been a necessary evil plaguing every construction project, but they often cause mountains of paperwork, hours of lost productivity, and millions in lost revenue. Cameron Page, Founder & CEO at Clearstory, believes that change orders may not be going anywhere, but the chaos around them can be fixed. We sat down with Cameron in San Francisco to learn about his unconventional career journey, his perspective on innovation in the AEC space, advice to would-be founders, and how Clearstory is evolving the narrative around change orders. We discuss: Common misconceptions with change orders How innovation is affecting change order frequency Types of change orders and where they go wrong How better change order processes strengthen subcontractor relationships The need for new approaches to change orders Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.
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A Straightforward Approach to AEC Data Integrations
Without a strong data management workflow bolstered by clean data, quick assessment and good decision making can quickly become a game of chance.This means potentially losing millions of dollars through inaccurate records, inconsistent data management, and data lost across multiple platforms. That’s why we sat down with Tom Reno, the co-founder of Agave, a customizable platform helping AEC contractors integrate their project management data and accounting data. We discuss: Misconceptions about integrations Best practices for cleaning data The risks of keeping unreliable data What to look for in data integrations vendors How to create a strong vendor partnership Digital Builder is hosted by Eric Thomas of Autodesk.
The Digital Builder podcast is for construction professionals working on the forefront of construction. If you are looking for conversations centered on where the industry is headed, this podcast is for you!
Each episode features an interview with top construction professionals discussing themes related to connected construction and the future of the construction industry.
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