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Research Reports
Q3 2024 Venture Report: State of Built World Venture Markets
Table of Contents Introduction Macro Narrative: U.S. Construction Data Overarching Built Environment Venture Trends Investment Trends by Stage Average Round Size Investment Trends by Country Investment Trends by Technology Category Infrastructure Tech Building Tech Construction Tech AI/ML Institutional Activity Fund Launches M&A/Exits Summary Introduction Venture activity across the built environment […]
2024 AI/ML Preparedness Introductory Research Report
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Preparedness INTRODUCTION Innovations surrounding artificial intelligence and machine learning can propel the construction industry forward. But all too often, stakeholders are overwhelmed with options and don’t know where to begin on their AI journey. The BuiltWorlds’ AI/ML research track aims to provide an industry overview […]
2024 Annual Offsite Construction Benchmarking Report
Summary BuiltWorlds’ Benchmarking program offers Engineering, Construction, and Real Estate Company members an opportunity to gauge their technology adoption against their peers so they can identify and prioritize the gaps in their technology stack they need to address to be a leading firm in terms of digitization and innovation. Since […]
Annual Tools, Equipment, and Robotics Benchmarking Report
Summary The Benchmarking program offers BuiltWorld’s Engineering, Construction, and Real Estate Company members an opportunity to gauge their technology adoption against their peers so they can identify and prioritize the gaps in their technology stack they need to address to be a leading firm in terms of digitization. Since its […]
Q2 2024 Venture Report: State of Built World Venture Markets
Table of Contents Introduction Investment Trends by Stage Average Round Size Investment Trends by Country Investment Trends by Technology Category Infrastructure Tech Building Tech Construction Tech AI/ML Institutional Activity Fund Launches M&A/Exits Summary Introduction If built world venture capital markets proved one thing in Q2 2024, it’s that we are […]
Annual Field Solutions Benchmarking Report
Summary The Benchmarking program offers BuiltWorld’s Engineering, Construction, and Real Estate Company members an opportunity to gauge their technology adoption against their peers so they can identify and prioritize the gaps in their technology stack they need to address to be a leading firm in terms of digitization. Since its […]
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Top Lists
2024 Global Innovators List (New)
Welcome to the fifth annual 2024 Global Innovators 75! A lot has changed in five years… Initiatives to unlock innovation within large companies, such as Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) arms, […]
2024 Top 50 Adoption Leaders List
The BuiltWorlds Adoption Leaders Top 50 List recognizes members who actively engage in the BuiltWorlds member network. These individuals exhibit a high level of interest in learning and participating in […]
2024 BuiltWorlds’ Top 50 Venture Investors
Welcome to the 2024 Venture Investors 50! Since 2017, BuiltWorlds has tracked venture deals in the global construction and broader real estate ecosystem, annually spotlighting the 50 most active venture […]
2024 Offsite Construction Top 50
Welcome to the 2024 Offsite Construction Top 50! This list was derived from a combination of the 2024 Offsite Construction Survey data, direct industry research, member conversations & feedback, and […]
2024 Infrastructure Top 50
Welcome to the 2024 Infrastructure Top 50! The Infrastructure 50 List was derived from a combination of the 2024 benchmarking survey data, direct industry research, member conversations & feedback, and […]
2024 Tools & Equipment Top 50
Welcome to the 2024 Tools and Equipment Top 50! This list was derived from a combination of the 2024 Tools, Equipment, and Robotics Survey data, direct industry research, member conversations […]
From 2018 to Today: Three Phases in the Explosive Growth of Built World Venture
When we hosted our first BuiltWorlds Venture Conference at DLA’s offices in Chicago in the spring of 2018, to our knowledge it was the first full conference dedicated to learning about the impact of venture capital investment in technology in the Built World. We wanted to meet the people forming […]
Around The Network: Aquicore Launches the First-Ever Comprehensive Solution for Real Estate Managers to Collect Accurate Energy Data from Triple-Net Leased Properties
BuiltWorlds member Aquicore, a leading ESG data and analytics platform for real estate, recently announced the release of AQ Benchmarking, a first-of-its kind product offering aimed at solving a key challenge for commercial real estate portfolio owners. Aquicore will now provide the first-ever comprehensive solution to owners of triple-net leased […]
Around The Network: Eyrus Secures $12 Million in Series A Funding From Spring Mountain Capital and Autodesk to Transform Workforce Visibility
BuiltWorlds member Eyrus, the leading jobsite intelligence platform for the construction and oil and gas industries, recently announced that it has closed $12 million in Series A funding. The round was led by Spring Mountain Capital. Fellow BuiltWorlds member Autodesk also joined as a strategic investor, extending the strong partnership […]
Who We’ll Meet at Venture West 2022? Lessons from the last Ten Years with Darren Bechtel, Jeffey Berman, Jeff Herriman, and Eric Lamb
We are very pleased to announce that Darren Bechtel, Managing Director of San Francisco – based Brick & Mortar Ventures will be joining our Thursday afternoon look back at how the Built World Tech Sector has matured over the past decade and where it may go from here. Thanks again to Jeff Herriman of Ascentage Group, […]
Around The Network: Navitas Capital Closes Its Third Early-Stage Proptech Fund to Drive Innovation in the Built World
BuiltWorlds Member Navitas Capital, a premier early-stage venture capital firm at the forefront of transformative real estate and construction technologies, recently announced the closing of its third fund with $160 million – 60% above initial commitment target. Founded in 2009, Navitas provides foundational capital, domain expertise and market access to world-class […]
Around The Network: StructionSite Adds $10 Million to Bring Builders to the Leading Edge of Construction Tech
BuiltWorlds member StructionSite recently announced $10 million in funding that includes new institutional capital from 500 Global, who led the round, as well as strategic investments from PCL Construction and fellow BuiltWorlds member GS Futures and strong participation from other existing investors. After using StructionSite in the field, these construction leaders […]
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Tim Swanson from Inherent Homes’ Keynote at our December Future Workforce Meeting
At our 2024 event, we tackled one of the industry’s most pressing challenges: the shrinking workforce. The day began with an inspiring keynote from Tim Swanson, CEO and Founder of Inherent Homes, a nonprofit dedicated to providing affordable housing. Swanson urged the audience to embrace creative, outside-the-box thinking when searching […]
ConTech Talks: Alan Espinoza, Solution Architect, Graitec
At this year’s Construction Tech Conference we had the pleasure of sitting with Alan Espinoza, Solution Architect from Graitec to talk about some of the exciting things happening at the software company and what Alan sees as some of the key pieces of technology that will come into play in […]
Demo Drop: Pathways
Pathways is a forward-thinking construction technology company that focuses on streamlining workflows, enhancing productivity, and improving decision-making across the construction industry. By leveraging innovative digital solutions, Pathways aims to address the unique challenges faced by contractors, builders, and project managers in today’s dynamic and fast-paced construction environment.
What Our Customers Say
As 2024 winds down, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the incredible feedback we’ve received from our community throughout the year. Your insights and experiences with BuiltWorlds have fueled our passion to deliver even more in 2025. With a lineup of exciting new events alongside beloved classics, we’re gearing […]
Demo Drop: PVFARM
PVFARM is a web-based platform that streamlines the design and optimization of utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) projects. Founded in 2021 and based in Newport Beach, California, the company focuses on automating the layout and grading processes for large-scale solar installations, enabling engineers and contractors to make informed decisions and […]
Demo Drop: Building Swell
Building Swell is a forward-thinking modular construction company redefining how spaces are built. Specializing in innovative, sustainable, and efficient building solutions, Building Swell delivers high-quality modular structures designed to meet the unique needs of businesses and communities. By leveraging advanced manufacturing techniques and streamlined processes, they provide cost-effective and customizable […]