The Off Site Podcast

Should Contractors Embrace VC-Backed Construction Tech?


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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:

πŸ”— 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.

πŸ’° 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.

πŸ† League Table Shake-Up: Acciona tops the UK contractor league table for the first time with a Β£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

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The Off Site PodcastBy Carlos Carvalho & Jason Lancini