Constructing Tomorrow

Constructing Tomorrow

By Siddhant MehtaBusinessManagement
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Constructing Tomorrow episodes

  • The 7 Archetypes Every Project Manager Should Know in 2025

    In this episode we discuss the 7 archetypes every project manager needs to master in 2025 to become a leader, influencer, and success in the ever-evolving world of project management. In this episode, we dive into all 7 archetypes along with examples and actionable tips and tricks that can be used in daily life.


    7 Archetypes:

    1) The Communicator

    2) The Enforcer

    3) The Builder

    4) The Leader

    5) The Attorney

    6) The Accountant

    7) The Business Developer


    Time Stamps:

    0:00 Trailer

    0:50 Kyle's Introduction

    1:20 Agenda

    2:14 What are the 7 Archetypes ?

    3:47 The Communicator

    8:01 The Enforcer

    13:18 The Builder

    16:38 The Leader

    21:52 The Attorney

    26:00 The Accountant

    28:08 The Business Developer

    31:03 Outro

    32 min
  • 4 Powerful Productivity Frameworks You’ve Never Tried (But Should!)

    In this episode we discuss the 4 Productivity Frameworks that will help you organize your personal life and your professional career. We also discuss these frameworks along with examples and actionable tips and tricks that can be readily applied in your life.4 Productivity Frameworks:1) PARA Framework by Tiago Forte (Projects, Areas, Resources, Archive)2) The Eisenhower's Matrix of Prioritization3) The DISC Personality Test (Dominance, Influence, Steadiness, Conscientiousness)4) The R-Factor Mindset (Event + Response = Outcome)Where to find Kyle NitchenLinkedIn - linkedin.com/kylenitchen  Newsletter Link - https://kylenitchen.substack.com/Where to find Siddhant Mehta:LinkedIn - linkedin.com/sidhant-mehta  Time Stamps:0:00 Trailer1:12 Kyle's Introduction1:45 Agenda3:20 How to Manage Your Time5:37 PARA Framework9:55 The Eisenhower's Matrix of Prioritization16:30 The DISC Personality Test26:05 The R-Factor Mindset28:10 Rapid Fire 35:19 OutroVideo Related KeywordsProductivity HacksProductivity FrameworkHow to be more productive

    36 min
  • The Path to DECARBONIZING the Construction Industry - Strategies, Plans and Policies.

    "Decarbonization in construction" is at the forefront of the industry’s future. In this exclusive podcast episode, we sit down with Brittany Harris, CEO and Co-Founder of QFlow, to dive deep into sustainable practices reshaping the construction industry. We discuss innovative ways to implement decarbonization and the power of real-time carbon tracking in workflows.

    In our conversation, we discuss about:
    1) Decarbonization in Construction and different ways to implement it
    2) How does real-time carbon tracking help make informed decisions
    3) Carbon tracking in construction workflows and its integration with Building Certifications
    4) How Developers can gain higher property value by selecting sustainable materials
    5) Carbon offsetting and Carbon Taxes
    6) Regulations and Policies introduced to push decarbonization
    Where to find Brittany Harris
    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanydharris/
    Where to find Siddhant Mehta:
    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidhant-mehta/
    Time Stamps:
    0:00 Trailer
    1:41 Brittany's Introduction
    2:38 What is Decarbonization in Construction
    7:12 Barriers to Carbon Reduction
    12:09 What is Qflow?
    14:40 Real-time Data Tracking
    21:45 Material Passports
    26:41 Building Certifications
    29:56 ROI & High Cost of Sustainable Materials
    33:50 Property Value Increase
    38:33 Decarbonization Regulations
    41:56 Carbon Offsetting
    44:45 Carbon Taxes
    42:30 Part Z Regulation
    48:16 Lessons Learned (2018 to 2024)
    53:33 Final Thoughts
    54:25 Rapid Fire
    59:22 Outro
    Video Related Keywords
    Decarbonization
    Sustainability in Construction
    Decarbonization in Construction
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    #decarbonization #sustainableconstruction #greenbuilding #sustainablity

    1 hr
  • Every Construction Project should do this! | Reality Capture to convert Site into a Digital Twin

    Reality capture technology is transforming the construction industry, and in this episode, we sit down with Dr. Felix Reinshagen, CEO and Co-Founder of  @NavVis-tech  to explore how tools like LiDAR and SLAM technology are helping to increase efficiency with indoor mapping. We discuss the future of reality capture, its applications in construction, and the challenges of adoption. Tune in to hear how  @NavVis-tech  is leading the charge in digital transformation and discover insights into the world of advanced reality capture systems!

    In our conversation, we discuss about:
    1) What is Reality Capture, LiDAR, and SLAM Technology
    2) Use Cases of Reality Capture Scanners on Construction Projects
    3) Workflow of using these handheld scanners, file types, and processing times
    4) Accuracy comparisons between on-the-go scanning and static scanning
    5) High up-front investment and how to measure the ROI
    6) Future of Reality Capture
    Where to find Felix Reinshagen:
    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/felix-reinshagen-527ab97a/
    Where to find Siddhant Mehta:
    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidhant-mehta/
    Time Stamps:
    0:00 Trailer
    1:20 Felix's Introduction
    2:11 What is Reality Capture
    4:30 LiDAR and SLAM technology
    9:20 Use-Cases in Pre-Construction, Construction and Post-Construction
    15:45 Workflow of using the scanners
    18:06 Scanning a missed room
    18:29 File Types
    20:40 Processing Times
    26:07 Accuracy - On-The-Go Scanning vs Static Scanning
    32:02 Cost Investment and ROI
    36:33 Strategies for ROI
    39:30 Barriers to using Reality Capture
    42:30 Learnings from 2013 to 2024
    46:39 Consumer Behavior Patterns
    48:45 Future of Reality Capture
    50:20 Rapid Fire
    53:22 Outro
    Video Related Keywords
    Reality Capture in Construction
    Laser Scanning
    LiDAR and SLAM
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    54 min
  • How India's Construction Tech Startups Became Unicorns: Big opportunity in Indian Construction Space

    In this episode, we explore the exciting Construction Tech Revolution in the Indian market with Shubhankar Bhattacharya, General Partner from Foundamental, a global VC firm specializing in construction technology investments.

    We dive deep into the rapidly evolving construction tech landscape in India, the factors fueling the rise of ConTech unicorns, and the strategies that have made these startups successful.
    In our conversation, we discuss about:
    1) Construction tech Landscape in India
    2) Construction Unicorns and aspects behind their success
    3) Why is the Marketplace Business model successful in India
    4) How is investing in India different as compared to other countries
    5) Barriers for big tech companies in western countries to break into India
    6) Next big opportunity in Indian Construction Space
    Where to find Shubhankar Bhattacharya:
    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shubhankar-bhattacharya-a1063a3/
    Where to find Siddhant Mehta:
    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidhant-mehta/
    Time Stamps:
    0:00 Trailer
    0:58 Shub's Introduction
    1:45 Current Status of Indian ConTech Space
    2:50 ConTech unicorns around the world
    7:29 5 Unicorns in ConTech in India
    10:14 Marketplace Business model by these Unicorns
    13:56 Unlearn and Relearn when Investing in India
    16:14 Barriers to entry for big tech companies
    18:00 Next big opportunity in Indian Construction Space
    20:28 Rapid Fire
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    23 min
  • Venture Capital and Construction Technology: A Deep Dive into the VC Investment World

    In this episode, we explore the exciting Construction Tech Revolution with Shubhankar Bhattacharya, General Partner from Foundamental, a global VC firm specializing in construction technology investments. We dive deep into the future of construction, uncovering the latest trends in tech innovation, VC funding, and the transformative opportunities reshaping the industry.

    This episode offers an insider’s look at how venture capital is driving growth in the construction sector.


    In our conversation, we discuss about:

    1) What is VC and how it operates

    2) Fundraising as a VC and as a ConTech company

    3) Funding strategies and Differences between SEED rounds and Series A

    4) Disruptive Companies vs Incremental Progress Companies

    5) Exit Strategies - Merger, Acquisitions and IPO.

    6) How to make strategic decisions.


    Where to find Shubhankar Bhattacharya:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shubhankar-bhattacharya-a1063a3/


    Where to find Siddhant Mehta:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidhant-mehta/


    Time Stamps:

    0:00 Trailer

    1:19 Shub's Introduction

    2:18 Top 3 Pivotal Moments in Shub's journey

    4:51 Venture Capital 101

    6:04 How VC's raise money?

    8:13 Pushbacks from LPs

    9:35 Investing in ConTech - Parameters

    12:48 Early Stage Investing

    13:15 Differences in Investing b/w fundraising stages

    15:10 Disruptive vs Incremental Progress Companies

    17:20 AI Companies and Product Market Fit

    20:19 Exit Strategies

    22:25 VC's are from Venus, Entrepreneurs are from Mars

    24:07 Biggest Learnings as Investor

    26:47 Making Strategic Decision

    30:26 Day in life of a VC

    32:07 How to get into VC?

    34:19 Strategic Money Deployment

    35:17 PART 2



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    36 min
  • Mastering Construction Scheduling - Key Metrics, Future Tech, Communication and Career Growth

    Micah Piippo is an ex-  @Google  Project Controls Technology Lead and now works at  @Intel  Fab Project as a Scheduling Manager. He leads diverse teams, driving initiatives that enhance construction planning and scheduling practices. At Google, he developed the Datacenter Delivery and Execution scheduling program for them, and also Co-Founded the Computer Vision in Construction Team. He also runs a Planning and Scheduling Podcast called  @BeyondDeadlines .


    In our conversation, we discuss about:

    1) Differences in Core Construction vs Tech Company

    2) Key Metrics for Reviewing Schedules

    3) Articulating and Communicating effectively with schedule updates

    4) Current Scheduling Technology - Visual Progress and Advanced Analytics

    5) Potential of Computer Vision in Construction

    6) Developing a Career Progression Plan


    Where to find Micah Piippo:LinkedIn -


    Where to find Siddhant Mehta:LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidhant-mehta/


    Time Stamps:

    0:00 Trailer

    1:35 Micah's Introduction

    2:25 Planning vs Scheduling

    4:53 Core Construction vs Tech Company

    6:11 Benefits for working with Owner

    8:37 Reviewing General Contractor's Schedules

    11:11 Schedule Updates - Project Team

    13:52 Schedule Updates - Senior Leadership

    17:24 Current Scheduling Technology

    21:30 Computer Vision at Google Construction

    23:59 Benefits of Scheduling Technology

    25:57 Tips for Students and Young Professions

    31:18 Career Progression



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    Video Related Keywords

    Construction Scheduling

    Construction Scheduling and Planning Construction Scheduling Software

    Construction Scheduling 101

    Construction Project Scheduling

    Construction Schedule Template

    Primavera P6

    Construction Technology


    #scheduling #planning #construction

    37 min
  • Impact of VR in CONSTRUCTION: The What, Why & How Behind Using VR Tech in Construction | BIM Reviews

    Angel Say - Co-Founder and CEO of @ResolveBIM  shares insights about using VR technology in construction for BIM collaboration and review processes. This podcast covers several topics around Virtual Reality (VR), and Augmented Reality (AR), in construction, along with a live demo session of using VR headsets and walking in a Navisworks Model.


    In our conversation, we discuss about:

    1) What is VR, AR, MR and XR

    2) Barriers to the adoption of VR Tech on Construction Projects

    3) The What, Why, and How behind using VR tech

    4) How to measure the Return on Investment for VR tech

    5) Live demo session of using VR headsets and walking in a Navisworks Model

    6) Future of XR Tech in Construction


    Where to find Angel Say:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sayangel/


    Where to find Siddhant Mehta:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidhant-mehta/


    Time Stamps:

    0:00 Trailer

    1:07 Angel's Introduction

    2:30 Difference between AR, VR and MR

    5:38 How long has VR used in Construction

    10:09 General use cases of VR

    13:10 Barriers to entry for VR headsets

    18:20 Misconceptions about VR | Use by PMs and Supers

    22:19 ROI on VR Technology

    25:18 Pre-requisite Data Capture

    30:16 Size Limitations of Model

    32:26 Demo - Using VR to walk in Navisworks Model

    45:23 Future of XR tech

    50:38 Outro



    Link to  @ResolveBIM  website : https://www.resolvebim.com/


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    #virtualreality #vr #construction #constructiontechnology

    51 min
  • The Next BIG Opportunity in Construction | Construction Tech in Different Continents.

    Bhragan talks about the construction technology landscape around the world. The discussion also covers topics about startups, government regulations, insurance technology, space construction, and its possibility in the near future.
    Bhragan is an innovative civil engineer at AECOM, currently embedded as an Innovation Advisor for Hive, Australia's first innovation incubator within a major construction program—the Level Crossing Removal Project.
    His latest project, Last Week in ConTech, is a newsletter dedicated to advancing the awareness and adoption of new solutions in the construction industry. This newsletter provides executives with high-quality, actionable information on macroeconomic and technology trends shaping the future of the industry.
    In our conversation, we discuss about:
    1) Startups and the importance of accelerators
    2) Government regulations pertaining to ConTech
    3) Importance of energy with the increase in AI demand
    4) Insurance Tech as the next big opportunity in ConTech
    5) Construction Tech landscape around different continents
    6) Is Space Construction possible in the near future
    Where to find Bhragan Paramanantham:
    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bhraganparamanantham/
    Where to find Siddhant Mehta:
    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidhant-mehta/
    Time Stamps:
    0:00 Trailer
    1:14 Bhragan's Introduction
    2:00 Last Week in ConTech
    4:44 Are there a lot of solutions?
    7:07 Common Pain points
    11:12 Government Regulation Impacts
    13:37 Life Cycle of Startups
    15:43 Formwork Labs
    18:29 Next Opportunity in Construction Tech
    25:22 Construction Landscape in US, EU, India, LatAM, Aus
    28:34 Prediction in next 5-10 years
    32:57 Tips when starting something new
    34:53 Outro
    Link to Bhragan's Newsletter -
    https://contechroundup.substack.com/
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    #constructiontechnology #construction #startups #india #usa #europianunion #australia #insurance #technlogy

    36 min
  • Entrepreneurship in Construction Tech | Improving Construction Productivity | Scrum in Construction

    Elijah is a Stanford University graduate who founded Roger, a construction collaboration software focused on improving construction productivity. He shares insights about his learnings from attending Stanford, how to start a construction tech company, how to improve productivity in construction, what is scrum and applications of scrum in construction, how to select a co-founder and tips for aspiring entrepreneurs.
    Where to find Elijah Zenger:
    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/elijah-zenger/
    Where to find Siddhant Mehta:
    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidhant-mehta/
    Time Stamps:
    0:00 Trailer
    0:57 Elijah's Introduction
    1:39 Stanford Background
    2:57 Learnings at Stanford
    4:26 How did he find his Co-Founder
    5:27 Starting in the Construction Industry
    6:52 Pain Points in Construction
    8:44 Successful Business Model
    12:41 What is Scrum?
    13:39 To-Do List vs Scrum
    16:04 Scrum Applications in Construction
    20:08 Before getting into Entrepreneurship
    24:13 How to select a Co-founder
    25:21 Decisions during conflicts
    26:48 Tips for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
    28:44 Views on Construction Tech?
    29:24 Sid's viewpoint
    31:35 Outro
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    32 min

About Constructing Tomorrow

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Welcome to the Constructing Tomorrow Podcast, your go-to destination for all things construction-related! Hosted by Siddhant Mehta, a dynamic young construction professional with a passion for the industry, this podcast brings you exclusive interviews and discussions with leading experts, innovators, and success stories within the construction realm.