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In this week's episode of the Off Site Podcast, Carlos returns from paternity leave to join Jason as they talk to Steve White, General Manager of Civillo, a construction management solution in the GIS space.

The trio delve into the current state of geospatial data in construction, define the people that benefit most from geospatial products in construction as well as look to the future of what geospatial data can offer construction.

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What Does The Future of Geospatial Data Look Like?

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How Do You Coordinate Multi-Discipline Design Teams? 36:43

6 days ago36:43

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Join Jason and Carlos in this episode of The Offsite Podcast as they tackle three fresh topics from the world of construction: 🎯 Design Management Best Practices: Explore the persistent challenges of scheduling and coordinating design in construction projects. Discover why design delays plague major projects and examine effective strategies for managing complex design workflows, resource constraints, and multi-disciplinary coordination. ⚖️ Oracle Licensing Controversy: Dive into the contentious terms of service surrounding Oracle's Primavera P6 software. Uncover the implications of data ownership policies and licensing requirements that are sparking industry-wide debate about customer rights and software vendor practices. 🤝 Who Should Own The Project's Tech: Analyse a LinkedIn discussion about who should drive technology decisions on construction projects. Examine the pros and cons of clients, contractors, or supply chain partners taking the lead on software selection and implementation. Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction & Autonomous Highway Construction 03:22 - Design Management Deep Dive 16:41 - Oracle Licensing Terms Analysis 29:36 - Who Should Own The Project's Tech Check out the Off Site newsletter here Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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What's the Difference Between a General Contractor and a Delivery Partner? 41:44

13 days ago41:44

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Join Jason and Carlos in episode 95 of The Offsite Podcast as they tackle three complex topics shaping modern construction delivery: 🏗️ Construction Roles Decoded: Jason and Carlos break down the confusing world of mega project delivery roles - from general contractors to delivery partners and managing contractors. They explore when you'd use each role and how risk flows through these contractual relationships. 📋 Framework Projects Deep Dive: The duo discuss the rising trend of framework-style project delivery that's reshaping infrastructure. They examine why clients choose frameworks over traditional delivery and the unique challenges of managing geographically dispersed work. 🚢 Tanzania's $10 Billion Port Gamble: The pair analyses the on-again, off-again mega port project backed by China's Belt and Road Initiative. They discuss the trade-offs countries face with international infrastructure funding and 99-year lease agreements. Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction & Bridge Design Disasters 03:09 - Construction Delivery Roles Analysi 20:17 - Framework Projects Discussion 37:26 - Tanzania Port Project Update Check out the Off Site newsletter here Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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Why Big Contractors Are Building AI Tools In-House 38:43

20 days ago38:43

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Join Jason and Carlos in Episode 94 of The Offsite Podcast as they explore three major developments shaping the construction industry: 🛣️ Abidjan-Lagos Corridor: They dive into the $15 billion, 1,000-kilometre coastal highway connecting five West African nations. The duo explores funding challenges and potential contractors for this transformative infrastructure project serving 300 million people. 🤖 Contractor AI-Powered Tools: They explore how contractors like Skanska and Granite Construction are using AI to build custom solutions like "Asphalt Guru" and "Safety Sidekick." Does this fundamentally change the build-versus-buy equation for construction technology? 💰 Outcomes as a Service in Construction: They analyse the emerging pricing model where companies pay for results rather than software access. The hosts examine the benefits and complexities of this approach, from risk allocation to outcome measurement challenges. Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 01:42 - West African Highway Project 07:58 - AI Development in Construction Companies 24:23 - Outcomes-as-a-Service Deep Dive Check out the Off Site newsletter here Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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Should Contractors Embrace VC-Backed Construction Tech? 33:02

27 days ago33:02

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Join Jason and Carlos in Episode 93 of The Off Site podcast as they explore three topics shaping the construction industry: 🔗 The First End-to-End Tendering Platform: Dive into the merger between Australian platform E1 and UK-based C-Link, creating the industry's first connected solution from quote to contract. Discover why the gap between pre-contract estimating and post-award procurement has persisted for so long. 💰 The VC Money Rush: Analysis of the record-breaking $3-4 billion flowing into construction tech startups in early 2025. Explore whether this venture capital influx actually benefits contractors, including the hidden costs of VC-backed software and how investor expectations shape products. 🏆 League Table Shake-Up: Acciona tops the UK contractor league table for the first time with a £400 million waterworks win. What does this mean for competition and international contractors in the UK market? Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction & German Bunker News 05:08 - E1 and C-Link Merger Analysis 19:51 - Construction Tech VC Investment Discussion 30:50 - Acciona's League Table Win Check out the Off Site newsletter here Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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Can Poland Build Europe's Biggest Transport Hub by 2032? 35:37

5 weeks ago35:37

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Join Jason and Carlos as they dive into three compelling construction topics: 🚄 Poland's €30 Billion Transport Hub: Poland's most ambitious infrastructure project, combining a new airport with 2,000km of high-speed rail - can they deliver by 2032? 🏗️ Motif vs Autodesk: Former Autodesk CEO launches cloud-based design platform to challenge the industry giant's dominance in construction software. 👷 The Strategic Corporal: How individual site leaders can make or break technology adoption on construction projects, plus the key personas that shape change. Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction & 3D Printed Bridge Discussion 03:41 - Poland's Central Communications Port Project 12:06 - Motif vs Autodesk: The Design Software Battle 24:20 - Construction Project Personas & Tech Adoption Check out the Off Site newsletter here Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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Japan's Maglev: 250km of Tunnel Through Earthquake Country 35:55

6 weeks ago35:55

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Join Jason and Carlos as they explore three major infrastructure and technology developments: 🚄 Japan's $60 Billion Maglev Project: Explore Japan's ambitious $60 billion Chuo Shinkansen Maglev project connecting Tokyo to Nagoya in 40 minutes. Discover the engineering challenges of building 250 kilometres of tunnel through earthquake-prone terrain and fault lines deep underground. 💰 Germany's €500 Billion Bet: Germany announces a massive infrastructure fund to transform its roads, railways, and digital networks. Learn how this fiscally conservative nation plans to double its infrastructure spending over the next decade. 🏗️ Construction Tech Headlines Test: Jason, Carlos, and producer Olu examine whether construction technology companies communicate their services through a guessing game, analysing real website headlines to see if they can identify what each company does. Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction & AI Blackmail Discussion 04:58 - Japan's Maglev Project Deep Dive 11:52 - Germany's €500 Billion Infrastructure Fund 22:01 - Construction Tech Headline Challenge Check out the Off Site newsletter here Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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How Will the EU–UK Trade Agreement Reshape Construction in Britain? 31:16

7 weeks ago31:16

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Join Jason and Carlos for episode 90 of The Off Site podcast as they explore three industry topics: ⚡ Germany's Largest Offshore Wind Farm**: Examining a massive 960-megawatt project in the German North Sea and what it means to work on entirely privately-funded infrastructure versus government-backed projects. 🇬🇧 UK-EU Trade Deal Reset**: Breaking down the new trade agreement's potential impact on construction costs, material imports, and workforce mobility across British building sites. 💼 Construction vs Sales Background Hiring**: Discussing the ongoing debate around whether construction tech companies should prioritise industry experience or traditional sales expertise when building their teams. Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 04:05 - German Wind Project 13:20 - UK-EU Trade Deal 24:05 - Industry Hiring Discussion Check out the Off Site newsletter here Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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Why Are Construction Events So Bad? (And How to Fix Them) 36:55

8 weeks ago36:55

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Join Jason and Carlos on The Off Site Podcast as they explore three major developments shaping the construction technology landscape: 💰 WakeCap's $28M Series A: The Saudi-based construction tech company secures major funding for smart hard hat workforce tracking. Explore the competitive landscape of labour productivity tracking, privacy concerns, and the technology debate between wearables, apps, and camera-based solutions. 🎪 The State of Construction Events: A candid discussion about the current conference landscape in construction - what's working, what's not, and creative ideas for making industry gatherings more valuable for attendees who sacrifice site time to attend. 🎯 Market Strategy Debate: Examining a thought-provoking LinkedIn post about go-to-market approaches in construction tech. Should startups focus on niche markets or aim broadly? The hosts debate the merits of different growth strategies in a fragmented industry. Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction & Autodesk's controversial ad 05:32 - WakeCap's funding and workforce tracking 21:20 - Construction events discussion 33:22 - Market strategy debate Check out the Off Site newsletter here Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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Empire Wind's Sudden Halt: What Happens When Megaprojects Get Paused? 41:54

10 weeks ago41:54

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Join Jason and Carlos as they explore three key topics shaping the construction landscape: ⚡ Empire Wind Project Suspension: A look at New York's $5 billion offshore wind farm recently halted by a federal stop work order, and what project suspensions mean for construction teams. 🤖 AI Liability in Construction: Who's responsible when AI tools provide inaccurate information? The hosts examine the complex relationship between users, technology providers, and legal frameworks. 🏗️ The Long Tail of Construction: Should construction tech companies focus on the ENR 400 or the thousands of smaller firms? The hosts debate the merits of both approaches. Follow The Offsite Podcast for weekly insights into construction and infrastructure. 00:00 - Intro 03:10 - Empire Wind Farm 15:15 - AI Liability in Construction 30:40 - The Long Tail of Construction Check out the Off Site newsletter here Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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Are Your Planning Routines Helping or Hurting Your Project? 39:24

11 weeks ago39:24

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Join Jason and Carlos as they explore three topics in construction and technology: 💰 Contractors as Tech Investors: Examine the trend of major contractors like Turner launching venture capital arms to invest in construction technology, questioning whether this strategy delivers real value or creates conflicts of interest. 📋 Effective Planning Routines: Dissect a viral LinkedIn post on seven key planning habits for construction projects, evaluating which practices actually keep projects on schedule versus creating unnecessary administrative burden. 🔍 ConTech's Missing Pieces: Discover the untapped opportunities in construction technology, from comprehensive commercial forecasting tools to integrated field data capture systems that could bridge critical gaps in project delivery. Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro & Weekend Recap 03:45 - Contractors as Tech Investors 18:37 - Planning Habits Analysis 32:27 - ConTech Opportunities Check out the Off Site newsletter here Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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Oracle's Fragmented Construction Technology Empire 33:45

12 weeks ago33:45

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Join Jason and Carlos in this in-studio episode of The Offsite Podcast as they explore three hot topics in construction technology: 🏗️ Data Centre Construction Trends: Is Microsoft's recent cancellation of select data centre projects a sign of market slowdown, or just a blip in an industry experiencing explosive growth? The hosts dive into surprising statistics about global data centre construction and what's driving this massive infrastructure boom. 🧩 Oracle's Construction Tech Strategy: What's happening with Oracle's collection of construction software products, such as Primavera P6 and Aconex? Jason and Carlos debate whether Oracle has a cohesive strategy in the construction tech space as competitors like Procore and Autodesk continue to evolve their unified platforms. 💻 The ConTech Vaporware Question: The hosts tackle a provocative LinkedIn post claiming that most construction technology solutions are overrated. They explore the challenges of building truly valuable construction software and the potential impact of new AI development tools on the industry. Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction & Random Construction News 03:43 - Data Centre Construction Market 10:41 - Oracle's Position in Construction Tech 22:42 - ConTech Value Proposition Debate Check out the Off Site newsletter here Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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Why Every Engineer Should Get Their Hands Dirty First 40:05

13 weeks ago40:05

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Join Jason and Carlos as they welcome special guest Kelvin Kumangai to explore three industry topics: 🔧 Career Advice for New Engineers: Kelvin shares essential guidance for those entering construction today, drawing from his extensive industry experience. 🤖 Construction Hardware Innovations: The team examines non-software technologies revolutionising job sites, from automated brick-laying to advanced rigging systems. 🌍 EU's Warning on International Contractor Underbidding: Explore the growing tensions between domestic and international contractors competing for major infrastructure projects. Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 04:26 - Career Advice for New Engineers 20:26 - Construction Hardware Innovations 30:37 - International Contractor Underbidding Check out the Off Site newsletter here Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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Canada's Hydroelectric Ambitions: The Site C Project Examined 37:25

14 weeks ago37:25

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Join Jason and Carlos in this episode of The Offsite Podcast as they dive into: ⚡ Canada's Site C Dam: This massive hydroelectric project's engineering challenges and environmental trade-offs. 🛠️ Procore's Growth Strategy: Analysing the construction tech giant's new product announcements and what they signal for the industry. 🎸 Construction Sites as Cultural Spaces: When a French band films in the Toulouse Metro tunnel, is it an opportunity or a disruption? Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro & Universal Studios UK 03:19 - Site C Dam discussion 09:57 - Procore's Groundbreak event 30:38 - Bouyge's underground concert Check out the Off Site newsletter here Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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America's Most Urgent Infrastructure: Inside the Hudson Tunnel Project 36:17

15 weeks ago36:17

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Join Jason and Carlos in this episode of The Off Site podcast as they explore three key construction industry topics: 🚇 Hudson Tunnel Project: Examining America's most urgent infrastructure project - the $16 billion connection between New Jersey and New York, and the engineering challenges of building beneath the Hudson River. 💰 Tech Vendor Pricing: Debating whether contractors should be wary of construction technology vendors offering suspiciously low prices, and the trade-offs between innovation and stability. 🏟️ Brisbane Olympics 2032: Analyzing Queensland's newly unveiled Olympic delivery plan and the decision to spread venues across multiple cities throughout the state. Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 03:58 - Hudson Tunnel Project 15:06 - Construction Tech Pricing 28:54 - Brisbane Olympics 2032 Check out the Off Site newsletter here Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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HS2's Candid March Update: Building Trust Through Transparency 34:05

16 weeks ago34:05

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Join Jason and Carlos in this special in-person London recording as they tackle three hot topics in construction and infrastructure: 🚄 HS2 Reset Strategy: Examine the significant changes coming to the UK's ambitious high-speed rail project under new leadership. With Mark Wild stepping in as CEO following his Crossrail success, discover what this means for Britain's largest infrastructure project and the future of its delivery. 📦 The Package Size Debate: Does size matter in infrastructure contracts? Explore the fascinating dilemma facing mega-project planners when deciding between large consolidated packages versus smaller, specialized contracts, and the ripple effects these choices have on project outcomes. 🏙️ Bradfield City Center: Critical analysis of Australia's newly announced "first city in 150 years" adjacent to Western Sydney's new international airport. Is this truly a city-scale development or something else entirely? Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction & Episode Overview 02:55 - HS2 Project Discussion 16:05 - Package Size in Infrastructure Projects 28:30 - Bradfield City Center Development Check out the Off Site newsletter here Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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Thin Margins, High Risk: Lessons from Roberts Co's Victoria Collapse 38:34

17 weeks ago38:34

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Join Jason and guest host Sam Hanisch as they examine three noteworthy construction and infrastructure topics: 🚄 Lyon-Turin High-Speed Rail: The hosts analyze the Lyon-Turin high-speed rail's timeline challenges and what makes this Alpine project significant despite obstacles. 🏗️ Major Australian Builder's Collapse: Jason and Sam explore Robert's Co Victorian Arm entering administration and what this reveals about construction's precarious business model. ⚖️ $14M Legal Fees for $5M Victory: The duo examines a revealing Colorado highway dispute, using it to explore construction's litigation culture and industry priorities. #Construction #Infrastructure #ConstructionRisk Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 06:42 - Lyon-Turin High Speed Rail Project 14:31 - Roberts Co Victorian Arm Collapse 26:50 - Legal Costs in Construction Disputes Check out the Off Site newsletter here **Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex **…

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The $8 Trillion Megacity: Inside NEOM's Massive Budget Blowout 43:22

18 weeks ago43:22

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Join Jason and guest host Sam Hanisch as they explore three hot topics in construction and technology: 🏙️ NEOM Project Developments: Shocking revelations about Saudi Arabia's ambitious megacity project, including a staggering cost blowout from $500B to $8.8T, and the challenges of mega-project management. 🚇 Stockholm Metro Expansion: Stockholm's innovative approach to underground transit infrastructure, comparing construction methodologies and highlighting the benefits of strategic infrastructure planning. 👨‍💼 Leadership Transition at Procore: A significant leadership change at construction technology giant Procore and its implications for the industry amid rapid technological transformation. Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 04:03 - NEOM discussion 20:35 - Stockholm Metro 30:49 - Procore leadership changes Check out the Off Site newsletter here Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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Tunnel Engineering Breakthroughs: Inside Toulouse's Metro Line C Expansion 32:46

19 weeks ago32:46

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Join Jason and Carlos in this episode of The Off Site Podcast as they explore three new topics from the world of construction: 🚇 Toulouse Metro Line C Expansion: A €3.4 billion project using innovative variable density tunnel boring machines to create a 27km line with 21 stations, combining underground tunnels and elevated viaduct sections scheduled for completion by 2028. 💻 Autodesk's Restructuring: The tech giant lays off 1,350 employees (9%) as it shifts from a sales-led approach to a self-serve model, focusing on cloud, AI and core software in response to increasing market competition. 🏗️ Software and Competitive Advantage: The hosts debate whether construction software provides real competitive advantage when widely adopted across the industry, or if it simply becomes a necessary "tax" for staying in the game. Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 03:20 - Toulouse Metro Project 14:30 - Autodesk Restructuring 24:32 - Software & Competitive Advantage Check out the Off Site newsletter here Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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The Grand Paris Express: Building the World's Longest Orbital Metro 34:38

20 weeks ago34:38

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Join Jason and Carlos in this episode of The Off Site Podcast as they explore three topics from the world of construction: 🚇 Grand Paris Metro: Europe's most extensive metro project - a €40 billion transformation with 200km of new lines, 68 stations, and a 75km orbital line. This project aims to create multiple business hubs across Paris, reduce central congestion, and serve 7 million daily riders by 2030 using driverless trains and innovative single-bore tunnel designs. 📉 Boom-Bust Cycles in Construction: Examine the pattern of boom-bust cycles that severely impact construction. From initial surges triggered by low interest rates to labor shortages, cost inflation, and eventual downturns when funding dries up. With data center spending doubling in 2024 and $300 billion planned for 2025, is this sustainable growth or the next bubble? 🏢 Manhattan's New Prison Complex: Tudor Perini's $3.8 billion project replacing Rikers Island with a modern 1,000-inmate facility in Manhattan. Scheduled for completion in 2032, this represents New York City's shift toward more rehabilitation-focused correctional facilities despite the premium cost of prime Manhattan real estate. Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 03:06 - Grand Paris Metro Project 13:03 - Boom-Bust Cycle Discussion 27:56 - Manhattan Prison Complex Check out the B1M's Video here Check out the Off Site newsletter here Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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Floating Bridges & Submerged Tunnels: Norway's Ambitious E39 Highway Project 40:02

21 weeks ago40:02

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From floating bridges to billion-dollar tech partnerships, Jason and Carlos explore three recent developments from the world of construction: 🏔️ Discover Norway's audacious E39 Highway project replacing ferry crossings along 1,000km of fjord-lined coastline with groundbreaking engineering solutions. Norway is building the world's longest subsea tunnel (27km), a 5km floating bridge, and potentially the world's first submerged floating tunnel, cutting travel time by 11 hours. 💻 Jason and Carlos analyze the recently announced $1 billion partnership between Microsoft and engineering giant WSP. Microsoft aims to accelerate data center construction to support AI initiatives, while WSP secures a steady stream of work in one of construction's fastest-growing sectors. 🏠 The duo examines HiArc's impressive technology that converts simple 2D sketches into fully-formed 3D models with real-time cost estimates. Currently focused on residential buildings, this innovation could revolutionize design meetings, field changes, and subcontractor engagement. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 05:52 - Norway's E39 Highway project 20:44 - Microsoft-WSP $1 billion partnership 31:44 - HiArc's 2D to 3D design conversion technology Check out the Off Site newsletter here Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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Power, Podiums & Processing: Nuclear Learning Curves, Brisbane's Olympic Push & France's AI Gambit 39:37

22 weeks ago39:37

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Join Jason and Carlos in this episode of The Off Site Podcast as they explore three major developments reshaping the global infrastructure landscape: ⚛️ Nuclear Power's Learning Curve: Dive into the UK's nuclear ambitions through Sizewell C and Hinkley Point C projects. Discover how Hinkley's budget grew from £18 billion to £46 billion, the challenges of replicating designs, and what this means as 31 countries plan to triple their nuclear capacity by 2050. 🏅 Brisbane Olympics 2032 Infrastructure Challenge: An in-depth analysis of the $50 billion infrastructure pipeline needed for the games, including the demand for 10,000+ workers, 14,000 hotel rooms, and multiple transport projects. Compare this with London 2012's successful legacy and explore the risks of concentrated construction activity in Southeast Queensland. 🤖 Project France AI: Explore France's ambitious €109 billion AI infrastructure investment, including Europe's largest data center development. Understand how this positions France against the US's Project Stargate and examine different national approaches to AI infrastructure development. Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 04:33 - Nuclear Power Discussion 16:44 - Brisbane Olympics Infrastructure Analysis 29:25 - French AI Investment Plans Check out the Off Site newsletter here Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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How Engineers Can Use AI Right Now: Five Workflows Worth Trying! 38:34

23 weeks ago38:34

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Join Jason and Carlos as they unpack another three topics from the world of construction: 🚂 Canada's High-Speed Rail Ambitions: Deep dive into the proposed Toronto-Quebec City connection, examining how the project shifted from high-frequency to high-speed designation, the staggering $50-100 billion price tag, and why a journey that was faster in 1970 now needs such massive investment. 🤖 Practical AI Applications in Construction: Live demonstrations of five game-changing AI implementations anyone can use today - from automating concrete pour analysis and cost tracking to streamlining subcontractor pricing negotiations, and building an automated early warning system using site WhatsApp messages. 😊 Construction Happiness Insights: Analysis of the first Construction Happiness Barometer survey of 300 professionals, revealing why colleague relationships trump salary for job satisfaction, and what this means for project leadership and team retention. Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 06:02 - Canadian High-Speed Rail Project 12:07 - AI Uses In Construction Right Now 37:32 - Construction Happiness Barometer Check out the Off Site newsletter here Follow The Offsite Podcast for weekly insights into the biggest stories in construction and infrastructure.…

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Big Bets & Bigger Numbers: $500B AI Infrastructure, High-Speed Rail, and Industry Shake-ups 36:13

24 weeks ago36:13

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Join Jason and Carlos for the first episode of 2025 as they explore three major developments shaping the construction and infrastructure industry: 🏗️ California High-Speed Rail's Ongoing Challenges: Dive into the latest analysis of America's most expensive railway project, examining how a $33 billion estimate ballooned to $120 billion, and the complex web of technical, political, and land acquisition challenges that continue to impact its progress. 💻 Project Stargate: A deep dive into the newly announced $500 billion AI infrastructure initiative backed by tech giants including OpenAI, Microsoft, and SoftBank. Explore what this massive investment in data centres means for the construction industry and the potential challenges of delivering this ambitious project in just four years. 🤝 Industry Consolidation: Analysis of two significant industry moves - Strabag's strategic acquisition of Australian contractor Georgiou and Lendlease's sale of its UK division, marking the potential return of the Bovis brand. What does this mean for the future of tier-two contractors and international expansion? Key Timestamps: 00:30 - Introduction & UK Infrastructure Update 04:42 - California High-Speed Rail Analysis 14:00 - Project Stargate Discussion 28:32 - Contractor Consolidation Trends Check out the Off Site Newsletter…

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Construction in 2024: The Highs, Lows, and Lessons Learned 41:28

32 weeks ago41:28

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As this week's episode is the final one of the year, Jason, Carlos and Sam take a look back at 2024 and have a conversation about: 1. The most impactful construction and contech stories of the year. 2. Their predictions for what will happen in 2025. Finally, the trio take part in a traditional quiz to end the year off! Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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The Alleged Human Cost of Progress in Saudi Arabia 41:55

33 weeks ago41:55

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This week, Jason and Carlos tackle the serious topic of the human cost of construction, citing the ITV documentary Kingdom Uncovered, which alleges that 21,000 workers have lost their lives on various Saudi projects. To help them understand this situation better, they have enlisted the help of an engineer with experience on those projects to shed more light.…

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Are We Seeing the Beginning of a New Era in Construction Planning? 34:04

35 weeks ago34:04

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This week, Jason and Carlos welcome Sam Hanisch back to the podcast, to get his experience and insight on the following topics: 1. Scheduling and planning software Outbuild, and its place in the rising wave of investment in planning tools. 2. American contractor Tutor Perini's strategic shift to limit project bids to $500 million, and whether that's a sound strategy in today's climate. 3. The unique Antwerp Port House, detailing the challenges of building a new structure over a heritage-protected building. Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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Reaching for the Stars: Building the World's Largest Telescope in the Desert 38:29

36 weeks ago38:29

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This week on the Off Site Podcast, Jason and Carlos have three big topics to get stuck into, starting with: 1. The Construction of the world's largest telescope being built in Chile's Atacama desert. 2. Present the construction tech tools they think are ones to watch in the future. 3. Discussing Webuild and Bouygues being awarded work on the Suburban Rail Loop and the impact of international contractors operating in Australia. Check out the tools Jason and Carlos mentioned here: https://www.dustyrobotics.com/ https://trunktools.com/ https://skrap.co.uk/home https://civillo.com/ Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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Did Procore Take Critical Secrets? Oracle's Bold Accusations Explained 36:37

37 weeks ago36:37

36:37

This week on the Off Site Podcast, Carlos returns from holiday to join Jason in tackling three pretty sizeable topics: 1. Oracle's lawsuit alleging an ex-employee gave trade secrets to Procore when joining them. 2. Ex-Autodesk CEO Amar Hanspal's 12 lesson for developing products from his recent appearance on the Bricks And Bytes podcast. 3. FM Conway's acquisition by Vinci and whether this continued conglomeration of contractors is a good thing. Check out the article from Bricks And Bytes here. OR Listen to the episode here. Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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The UK's Budget Bombshell: A Massive £1.3 Billion in Infrastructure Scrapped 39:56

38 weeks ago39:56

39:56

This week on the Off Site Podcast, Jason is joined by Sam Hanisch, who is filling in for Carlos while he's away at a wedding in South Africa. Together the duo have some big topics to discuss: The UK's recent budget announcement, and the construction project cancellations that have come with it. The challenges and importance of tracking production rates, even on those more complex construction projects. The recent competition to design the rebuild of war torn Kharkiv in Ukraine. Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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Can New Tools Outshine Primavera P6? 1:05:35

39 weeks ago1:05:35

1:05:35

This week on the Off Site Podcast, Greg Lawton returns for the second part of the AI conversation cut short at the end of Greg's last appearance. Alongside that, Jason and Carlos also tackle: 1. The Borumba Pumped Hydro project that's being planned in Queensland. 2. Some of the assumptions technology companies make about the construction industry and whether they're accurate.…

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Document Crunch CEO Shares Top Construction Contract Insights 50:51

40 weeks ago50:51

50:51

This week Jason and Carlos are joined by the CEO of Document Crunch, Josh Levy to talk about contracts in construction and his vision for the company. Before that conversation, the duo: 1. Celebrate the Thames Tideway tunnel beginning operation. 2. Discuss whether there is a solution to the current business model in construction off the back of ISG's collapse. Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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CEO of Nodes & Links Reveals How AI Will Revolutionize the SaaS Industry 34:55

41 weeks ago34:55

34:55

This week Greg Lawton, CEO of AI project management software, Nodes & Links, joins Carlos and Jason to provide insights on: The Belt and Road Initiative that is coming out of China. The two prevailing views on how planning should work on major projects. Whether the advancement of AI will lead to the downfall of SaaS businesses in the long run. Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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Nuclear Power's Comeback: Energizing Data Centers with SMRs 40:17

42 weeks ago40:17

40:17

Sam returns to cohost with Jason & Carlos this week on the podcast. The trio start off discussing Nialli, a construction planning software looking to modernise the last planner system. They tackle the resurgence of nuclear power off the back of Microsoft's Three Mile Island announcement, before finishing on some of the lesser-known underground metro construction projects happening worldwide.…

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Who's Winning in 2024? UK Contractor League Table Shakeups 38:41

43 weeks ago38:41

38:41

This week on the podcast, Jason and Carlos are eagerly joined by Ed Curbison, part of the UK team at Aphex. The trio sit down to cover the news of a potential alternative to the scrapped second phase of HS2. Next, they tackle the newly released 2024 contractor league table and whether their predictions from last year were accurate. Finally, they weigh in on Doxel, a reality capture solution promising to automate progress tracking completely. Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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Will Saudi Arabia's Massive Mega-Airport Gamble Really Pay Off? 32:00

44 weeks ago32:00

32:00

In this week’s episode, Jason and Carlos have three more pieces of construction and tech news to dig into. The duo begin with the recent news of Mace’s accepted bid to develop Riyadh’s upcoming King Salman Airport; then they weigh in on a brand new subcontractor rating software named Trestle. Finally, they finish by discussing one of Europe’s biggest ongoing projects, the Lyon to Turin High-Speed Rail. Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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Is Indonesia's New Capital a Recipe for Disaster or The Right Move? 35:17

45 weeks ago35:17

35:17

This week Jason & Carlos are joined by Mike, for the first in-person episode since the start of the podcast! The trio sit down to discuss Indonesia’s plans to build a new capital city in the jungle to replace Jakarta, they then talk through an emerging alternative to P6 in the CPM planning space called Planera, before finally celebrating the Viking wind farm’s connection to the UK grid and what it means for the country. Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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India's Highly Ambitious $268 Billion Highway scheme! 25:46

46 weeks ago25:46

25:46

This week, with Jason overseas in Asia, Sam is back in the hosting seat alongside Carlos to cover some huge schemes across the world. The two cover the truly gargantuan road & Highway scheme coming out of India, the recent government approval of a plan to send Australian made power to Singapore, and then finish on Ukraine's focus on renewable energy to bolster its energy infrastructure.…

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The Sydney Metro Opens, DocumentCrunch raises $9M, and Honolulu's $1.6Bn rail 30:48

47 weeks ago30:48

30:48

Jason and Carlos have another 3 topics to run through this week on the podcast! The duo celebrate the opening of the newest section of the Sydney Metro network, and then talk about the most promising new AI tool they've seen called DocumentCrunch, before finally touching on Hawaii's $1.6 Billion plans for a new Metro in Honolulu.…

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Ambitious Renewable Energy Projects, Moving From Construction to Tech, and WakeCap's New Acquisition 37:34

48 weeks ago37:34

37:34

This week on the podcast, Jason & Carlos are joined by returning guest and team member, Sam Hanisch, as another 3 topics are up for discussion. The trio talk through some of the most ambitious renewable energy projects that have gone under the radar, then discuss why more people should consider the construction technology space as a career option, before ending on the recent news of the acquisition of Crews By Core by Saudi company WakeCap. Top 10 Energy Infrastructure Projects: https://constructiondigital.com/top10/top-10-energy-infrastructure-projects Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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Turner buys Dornan, The Worst Cities to Build In, and Contractors' Software DIY. 30:19

49 weeks ago30:19

30:19

This week in a totally purposeful bid to switch things up, Jason & Carlos are sinking their teeth into three different topics. The duo speculate on American construction giant Turner's recent acquisition of Irish firm Dornan before weighing in on the most expensive cities to build in globally, and finally shedding light on the emergence of contractors building software tools in-house. Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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How Generative Scheduling is Accelerating Construction Planning 30:58

50 weeks ago30:58

30:58

This week, Jason & Carlos speak with Georgia Stillwell, Director of Client Solutions at Alice Technologies, an A.I. driven construction scheduling tool. The trio delve into the unique approach Alice takes to A.I. scheduling, the difficulties of existing legacy tools, and how much further A.I. can be applied to construction scheduling. Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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When Mega Projects Go Wrong: 10 of The World's Unluckiest Construction Projects 25:24

51 weeks ago25:24

25:24

This week, Jason & Carlos dust off the history books to discover mega projects around the world that suffered through unfortunate circumstances amidst delivery. The duo talk through unique situations ranging from a project that's 100+ years old and still going, to one who's faults were hidden from the public, as well as what learnings can drawn these 'unlucky' projects. Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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7 New Stations, 870 km: Europe's hidden rail scheme! 21:34

52 weeks ago21:34

21:34

This week, Jason and Carlos set their sights on the Rail Baltica scheme based in northern Europe, spanning the baltic states, Latvia, Estonia & Lithuania. The two delve into the reasons driving this part of Europe's wider rail network upgrade, why schemes like this aren't so widely known about in the UK and Australia, and just how good value the project's price tag is. Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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How Reality Capture is Revolutionising Construction 38:01

1 year ago38:01

38:01

This week, Jason and Carlos get to grips with reality capture and it's emergence in construction. To do this they've enlisted the expertise of Marco Bonelli, VP of Innovation at Sektor.build. Together they define reality capture's place in construction, talk who the big players in the space are, and establish how useful it is for infrastructure projects. Enjoying the podcast and want to have a say in what we talk about? Then complete this super quick survey and you'll be in with a chance of being shouted out if we pick your topic! Follow Carlos on Linkedin | Follow Jason on Linkedin | Check out Aphex…

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5 Huge projects that you definitely haven't heard of 29:06

1 year ago29:06