Ben Evelsizer, Senior Preconstruction Manager at Poettker Construction, joined Gareth McGlynn for a conversation recorded at Advancing Preconstruction 2025 in San Diego. Ben shares his perspective on several core aspects of preconstruction, from logistics planning to engaging trade partners.

Discussion Highlights:

• Site Logistics in Estimating: How much attention it requires during preconstruction.

• Project Focus: K-12, municipality, and federal government construction.

• Historical Data: Why it’s a major passion of Ben’s and how Poettker is using it.

• Artificial Intelligence: Views on its role in preconstruction.

• Trade Partner Engagement: Why bringing them in too early can actually frustrate the process.

For further questions, you can connect with Ben via his Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-evelsizer-262a6267/

Our host, Gareth McGlynn, sat down with Ben Neff, Director of Preconstruction at Motz, during Advancing Preconstruction 2025 in San Diego. Together, they discussed the complexities behind creating world-class sports turf systems.

Discussion Highlights:

• Beginnings in Construction: From studying business at the University of Kentucky to a pivot into construction management and early hands-on fieldwork.

• Joining Motz: Transitioning from vertical construction to leading preconstruction at Motz.

• About Motz: A 100% employee-owned specialty contractor building natural grass and synthetic sports fields.

• Turf Systems: What it really takes to deliver a professional-quality field.

• Mechanics & Maintenance: The engineering and upkeep involved in maintaining top-level surfaces.

• Recent Project: Insights from Motz’s work on the Oakland A’s minor league ballpark.

You can connect with Ben via his Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-neff-14043214/

Gareth McGlynn catches up with Andrew Zukoski, CEO & Co-Founder of JOIN, at Advancing Preconstruction 2025 in San Diego.

Andrew returns to The Preconstruction Podcast to share updates on JOIN’s progress since his last appearance, with discussion around:

• New features and market momentum
• Feedback from general contractors
• Future vision for JOIN
• His passion project book - his book Not All Builders Drive 'Dozers

You can connect with Andrew via his Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewzukoski

Gareth McGlynn speaks with Matt Boeggeman, Senior Preconstruction Manager at Holder Construction, during Advancing Preconstruction 2025 in San Diego.

Discussion Highlights:

• Early career experience in HVAC and its value in data center projects

• Holder’s role as one of the largest data center builders in the U.S.

• Key challenges: inflation, supply chain, electrical demands, land, power, and scheduling

• Using historical data to improve project efficiency

• Integrating AI into the preconstruction process

If you have questions for Matt, connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-boeggeman-53277513/

Gareth McGlynn speaks with Matt Boeggeman, Senior Preconstruction Manager at Holder Construction, during Advancing Preconstruction 2025 in San Diego.

Discussion Highlights:

• Early career experience in HVAC and its value in data center projects

• Holder’s role as one of the largest data center builders in the U.S.

• Key challenges: inflation, supply chain, electrical demands, land, power, and scheduling

• Using historical data to improve project efficiency

• Integrating AI into the preconstruction process

If you have questions for Matt, connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-boeggeman-53277513/

Gareth McGlynn sits down with Paul Christen, Preconstruction Director at McCarthy Building Companies in Los Angeles, for a live conversation recorded at Advancing Preconstruction in San Diego.

This episode centres on culture and middle management -two areas that play a key role in building strong preconstruction teams.

Discussion Highlights:

• The importance of middle management in selling preconstruction services, building successful teams and driving technology adoption.

• How company culture influences team performance.

• Personality assessments and DISC profiling.

• The onboarding process and its impact on culture.

For any follow-up questions, connect with Paul on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-christen-59245a1a/

Bid leveling is handled differently in nearly every company, with plenty of confusion and no clear standard across the industry. After a recent pre-con roundtable webinar on the topic, Gareth McGlynn sat down with Dan Shaw, CEO & Co-Founder at Bridgeline, at Advancing Preconstruction in San Diego to get straight answers on how technology can simplify this essential step.

Discussion Highlights:

• Automating Bid Leveling: How Bridgeline handles the data movement so teams can spot scope gaps faster.
• Real-World Impact: What Bridgeline’s traction at APC 2025 reveals about industry demand.
• AI Features: Where artificial intelligence fits into the process.
• Value for Owners and Subs: The benefits beyond just GCs.
• Looking Ahead: What's next for Bridgeline in preconstruction tech.

To connect with Dan Shaw, You can check out his Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danshaw1/

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Sean Boyer, VP of Preconstruction at Pomerleau, joins Gareth McGlynn for a conversation recorded live at Advancing Preconstruction 2025 in San Diego. As the only GC to present on AI at the conference, Sean brings a unique perspective on how artificial intelligence is actively reshaping the preconstruction process.

He shares:

• What it meant to be the only GC presenting about AI at the event
• His team’s preconstruction tech stack and the journey into AI adoption
• How they’re focused on developing internal intelligence and actively leveraging it
• The ways AI is reshaping preconstruction - making it more efficient, data-driven, and transforming roles from technical to analytical
• The development of an internal AI roadmap designed to enhance decision-making, boost estimate accuracy, and increase team capacity

For follow-ups on the topics discussed, connect with him on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-boyer-eng-pqs-8552a617/

Gareth McGlynn sits down with Geoff Devlin, EVP – Head of Growth at SUSA International, to discuss how sustainability is becoming a strategic advantage in preconstruction.

SUSA International may be new - just three years in - but they’re already making an impact. Specialising in sustainability, they step in during the decommissioning phase of a project to recycle materials and resell them, helping companies turn what’s usually a cost into a profit.

Discussion Highlights:

• The business model behind SUSA International and how they generate revenue from recycled materials.
• Career Journey: From carpenter to estimator to executive - Geoff’s path through the industry.
• What it means to be at the forefront of sustainability in construction.

A great conversation with someone who’s seen the industry from every angle.

You can connect with Geoff via Linkedin.

Prama Kumar, VP of Preconstruction at Hill & Wilkinson, joins the podcast for a conversation recorded live at Advancing Preconstruction 2025 in San Diego. Co-hosted by Ciara McGlynn, this episode dives into Prama’s 20-year journey in the industry and the lessons she’s learned along the way.

Discussion Highlights:

• Career Progression: From Estimator to VP - what Prama has learned over two decades at Hill & Wilkinson.

• AI in Preconstruction: How emerging tech is shaping processes and decision-making.

• Women in Construction: Prama shares her perspective on visibility, opportunity, and change in the industry.

Connect with Prama via her Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pramakumar/