The annual Construction Tech Conference, BuiltWorlds' largest event, brings together industry leadership and field and operations teams from around the globe to explore the trends and trajectories of innovation and emerging technologies involved in the construction of buildings and infrastructure. Touching on a wide breadth of topics including AI, automation and robotics, data management, business strategy, preconstruction, and field operations, discussions from our flagship event encourage collaboration and innovation across the industry.
"I've learned that there is no right or wrong way to do ConTech, and everyone is on a journey. BuiltWorlds helps bring us together to share ideas on numerous topics across the ConTech spectrum. The quote 'A rising tide lifts all ships' comes to mind."
- Corey Forte, Senior Construction Technology & Innovation Consultant, Burns & McDonnell
Before we reconvene for this year's Construction Tech Conference, happening July 15-16, 2026, in Chicago's historic Willis Tower, catch up on recordings from last year's event—including the keynote presentation, winning Demo Day pitch, industry presentations, case studies, and panel discussions—in one convenient place.
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2025 Recordings
Keynote Presentation
Disrupting Ourselves: Rethinking How We Deliver
The 2025 Construction Tech Conference kicked off with a forward-thinking keynote delivered by Burns & McDonnell Chief Innovation Officer Matt Olson. The presentation drove home the importance of unlocking the untapped potential of technology within the construction industry.
Emphasizing the value of innovative and impactful action, Olson reiterated that “ideas are cheap” while “action is tough,” and encouraged industry leaders to find where bold disruption can drive the most progress in their organizations.
Speaker: Matt Olson, chief innovation officer, Burns & McDonnell
Demo Day Winner
Drawer AI
Drawer AI Co-Founder and CEO Den Lavrik impressed the judges at the BuiltWorlds signature Demo Day Competition, taking home the top prize for an AI-powered solution that aims to revolutionize electrical estimating.
Drawer AI generates fully automated conduit routing in minutes, designed specifically to handle the electrical scope of work. Using only PDF drawings as input, the platform streamlines complex workflows, eliminates manual takeoff, and drives profitability.
Speaker: Den Lavrik, co-founder and CEO, Drawer AI
Member-only Content
Expanding on themes from the conference's keynote address, this panel focused on translating visionary ideas into practical, people-centered impact, exploring how emerging technologies are beginning to reshape day-to-day operations in construction. Innovation leaders from top general contractors and tech companies shared how they are deploying tools, ranging from intelligent software to robotics, to streamline processes and augment the capabilities of every individual on the jobsite.
Speakers: Dylan VanAvery (Mortenson), Luther Lampkin (RG Construction), Reid Senescu (Doxel), and Ashley Saidi (EllisDon)
In today’s fast-paced construction landscape, project management is more complex than ever, requiring seamless coordination, real-time insights and data-driven decision-making. This panel explored cutting-edge technologies and strategies that enhance project precision—from AI-driven scheduling and risk management to integrated collaboration platforms and advanced tracking solutions. Panelists shared real-world applications and actionable insights on leveraging the latest tools to streamline workflows, mitigate risks, optimize resource allocation and drive smarter project execution.
Speakers: Jamey Tesler (Mass Mobility Hub), Saravana Vennelakanti (Donald Borg Construction), Paul Hedgepath (MJ Harris Construction Services), Andrew Cameron (Hensel Phelps), and Philippe Rival (Enlaye)
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As AI and automation continue to reshape the construction landscape, our industry faces a pivotal shift in how equipment is operated, managed, and integrated into jobsite workflows. This panel explored the latest advancements in AI-powered equipment, autonomous machinery, and data-driven decision-making. Panelists discussed the impact of automation on productivity, safety, and workforce dynamics, as well as the challenges of implementation and adoption, through insights into real-world applications, emerging trends, and what the future holds for AI-driven jobsite operations.
Speakers: Yannick Montagano (Kubota Canada), Dick Zhang (Bluelight Machines), and Ryan Luke Johns (Gravis Robotics)
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As construction technology continues to evolve, true success isn’t just about adopting new tools; it’s about understanding the people and processes that drive them. This industry presentation offered real-world insights and proven frameworks, exploring best practices for evaluating, implementing, and optimizing technology in a way that aligns with organizational workflows and team dynamics.
Speakers: Brian Tracy (Ausonio) and Vincent Testa (Procon Consulting)
Automation-as-a-Service (AaaS) is emerging as a scalable model for technology adoption in construction, addressing persistent challenges in productivity, labor, and quality. In this sponsored session, Xpanner shared its approach to forward-deployed automation, while two of the most tech-forward experts in the industry—NoBull Energy and Mortenson Construction—offered field-level insights on how automation is being adopted and scaled on active jobsites.
Speakers: Henri Lee (Xpanner), Summer Park (Xpanner), David Watts (NoBull Energy), and Trent Mostaert (Mortenson)
This panel focused on how Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) is driving smarter, more connected and resilient construction projects by reshaping collaboration, optimizing workflows, and enhancing decision-making with digital modeling, simulation, and real-time data integration. Panelists shared insights on the latest advancements in BIM, reality capture, and digital twin technology, highlighting the impact these innovations have on project efficiency, cost control, and sustainability.
Speakers: Stuart Drahota (DPR Construction), Shane Saltzgiver (VEC), and Neil Chauhan (EllisDon)
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This session, highlighting two robotics case studies, offered a behind-the-scenes look at how leading robotics providers and their contractor partners are implementing robotic solutions on active construction sites. The first case study focused on Hilti’s Jaibot robotic drilling system, while the second looked at Dusty Robotics’ FieldPrinter layout automation tool that replaces manual chalk lines with precise digital layouts. Speakers shared real-world insights from planning to deployment, highlighting productivity gains, field crew feedback, and how these technologies are being integrated into daily workflows.
Speakers: Craig Maiwald (Hilti), Justin Moriarty (Hensel Phelps), Zachary Reiss-Davis (Dusty Robotics), and Luther Lampkin (RG Construction)
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This session explored how emerging risk management and insurance tech solutions are aiming to reshape risk management in construction, creating powerful incentives for innovation across the AEC industry. Panelists discussed how forward-thinking contractors are leveraging technology to unlock insurance advantages and gain a competitive edge in an increasingly complex project environment.
Speakers: Patrick Duggan (Power Construction Company), Wilson Ortiz-Vega (Gallagher), Bret Bush (Insight Risk Technologies), and Justin Levine (Shepherd)
Construction projects generate massive amounts of schedule data—most of which has gone unused until it’s too late to make a difference. Advances in automation are changing that by helping teams spot patterns, risks, and gaps early enough to respond. This panel, sponsored by SmartPM, explored how automated schedule analysis supports better decisions in the field and office, moving teams from reactive firefighting to proactive control that protects both timelines and margins.
Speakers: Aaron Toppston (GS Futures), Michael Pink (SmartPM Technologies), Seth Jeffrey (Satterfield & Pontikes Construction), and Travis Kirby (Satterfield & Pontikes Construction)
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Tech solution providers and general contractors explored how innovative jobsite technologies are transforming field management. The panel dug into strategies for overcoming challenges and seizing opportunities related to mobile solutions, real-time data, and workflow automations, all of which are enhancing team communication, productivity, and decision-making on the go.
Speakers: Colleen Cahill Poling (Fieldwire by Hilti), Donald McMurtrey (Granite Construction), Caner Dolas (GAMMA AR), and Leah Royalty (Haskell)
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A successful construction project starts long before ground is broken. This discussion explored the essential steps of preconstruction, examining how early collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and innovative tools to optimize workflows, control costs, and improve project outcomes. Industry experts provided real-world examples of and insights into best practices across all aspects of preconstruction, ensuring a seamless transition from concept to construction.
Speakers: Blake MacGregor (Bulley & Andrews), Kelsey Ellis (Glenn Rieder), and Michael Ho (Bespoke Metrics)
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