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April 2-3, 2025

In-Person Event
(Austin, TX)
Free to attend

Commons Conference Centre @ University of Texas
10100 Burnet Rd Building 137,
Austin, TX 78758,
USA

Pricing

Event Pricing (All Prices in USD)
Plus applicable fees

Main Session — $650
Exhibitor Pass — $850

Add-ons:
- Site Tours — $125
- Executive Dinner — $180

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About the Event

A propos de l'événement

The Future of Design and Construction is a premier event uniting visionary leaders in architecture, engineering, and construction to explore the evolving synergy between design and constructibility. This immersive experience will showcase how cutting-edge information systems are revolutionizing planning, estimating, and coordination, with a spotlight on robotics, reality capture, and AI-driven solutions. Attendees will gain deep insights into the transformative power of artificial intelligence in the AEC industry, uncovering how these innovations are redefining workflows, enhancing efficiency, and shaping the future of the built environment.

Attendees of The Future of Design and Construction conference will gain the following insights:

  • Practical strategies for integrating design for constructibility into architectural and engineering projects.
  • Advanced methods for leveraging information technology in planning, estimating, and coordination across AEC disciplines.
  • Deep understanding of how robotics and automation are revolutionizing construction workflows and on-site efficiency.
  • Insights into reality capture technologies and their role in enhancing project accuracy and reducing rework.
  • Actionable knowledge on the application of AI in AEC, including its current uses and future potential for project optimization.
  • Collaborative approaches to bridging the gap between design and construction teams for more seamless project delivery.

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Commanditaires de l'événement

In-Person

DAY One

April 2, 2025

Pick Up Location
9:20 AM
Hyatt Place Austin Arboretum
Hyatt Place Austin Arboretum

3612 Tudor Boulevard, Austin, TX 78759, USA

Please Note: PPE is required for all site walks. Attendees must bring their own:

  • Hardhat
  • Safety vest
  • Safety glasses
  • Gloves
  • Closed-toe, hard-soled shoes
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    Site Walk 1
    9:30–11:00 AM
    Tour 1: Waterline Project - DPR Construction
    Tour 1: Waterline Project - DPR Construction

    As an established tower contractor in downtown Austin, TX, DPR’s toolbelt for constructing some of the tallest, highest quality and most unique structural giants in the city is built on expertise and experience. And it because of that trusted expertise and commercial market prowess, they are on track to build Waterline, which will be the tallest tower in Texas: a 74-story mixed-use residential, office, hotel and retail skyscraper aptly named Waterline in homage to its proximity to downtown Austin’s Lady Bird Lake.

    Building a project of this magnitude takes a lot more than expertise though. One key factor to achieving success is approaching the construction journey with an unwavering commitment to efficiency, which DPR sees as the only way to scale the quality that must go into every floor. During the tour, the audience will learn how DPR uses innovative technologies to plan for these logistical challenges.

    Emory Sweeny
    Superintendent - DPR Construction
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    Doug Nettles
    Concrete VDC Manager - DPR Construction
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    Site Walk 2
    11:30 AM–1:00 PM
    Tour 2 - The Waterloo Greenway Project by Jay-Reese Contractors, Inc.
    Tour 2 - The Waterloo Greenway Project by Jay-Reese Contractors, Inc.

    Construction industry professionals are invited to explore the Waterloo Greenway projects on this site walk. Following the successful reconstruction and community opening of Waterloo Park in 2021, the next milestone is breaking ground on Phase II: The Confluence in 2023. Join us to learn more about Waterloo Greenway and its vision for a 1.5-mile vibrant park system—connecting Waterloo Park at 15th Street to Lady Bird Lake with community gathering spaces, gardens, and trails surrounding a restored Waller Creek.

    Isaac Lewis
    Project Manager - Jay-Reese Contractors, Inc.
    (Moderator)
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    Site Walk 3
    2:00–3:30 PM
    Tour 3 - ICON: Intelligent Machines Building Humanity's Future
    Tour 3 - ICON: Intelligent Machines Building Humanity's Future

    ICON is an advanced construction technologies startup developing hardware, software, and advanced materials to improve the way we build. The visit will consist of a briefing at ICON, followed by a walking tour of the Factory where we manufacture construction-scale 3D printers and conduct advanced R&D.

    Andrew Rothgaber
    Senior Director - ICON
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    Drop Off Location
    3:45-4:00 PM
    Hyatt Place Austin Arboretum
    Hyatt Place Austin Arboretum

    3612 Tudor Boulevard, Austin, TX 78759, USA

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    Networking
    5:00–7:00 PM
    Opening Reception
    Opening Reception

    Join us for an opening reception at the Commons Conference Centre at the University of Texas. This cocktail-style networking event will provide an opportunity to connect with fellow attendees while enjoying drinks and light snacks. As we gather, we'll set the stage for a full day of conference presentations to follow. All attendees, presenters, and technology exhibitors are welcome.

    Location: 10100 Burnet Rd, Building 137, Austin, TX 78758, USA

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    Meet the Exhibitors

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    In-Person

    DAY Two

    April 3, 2025

    Technology Exhibition
    7:30–5:00 PM
    Technology Exhibition
    Technology Exhibition
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    Registration
    7:30–8:30 AM
    Registration
    Registration
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    Opening Address
    8:30–8:45 AM
    Opening Address
    Opening Address
    Nzinga White
    Executive Director - Building Transformations
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    Brandon Searle
    Director, Innovation and Operations - UNB Off-site Construction Research Centre
    Hannu Lindberg
    Construction Technology Corporate Services - DPR Construction
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    Executive Keynote
    8:45–9:30 AM
    Industry Disruptors - What Will The Next 10 Years of Design and Construction Technology look like? Where are we headed?
    Industry Disruptors - What Will The Next 10 Years of Design and Construction Technology look like? Where are we headed?
    Atul Khanzode
    CTO - DPR Construction
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    Executive Presentation
    9:30–10:15 AM
    Strategic Investments in the Age of AI
    Strategic Investments in the Age of AI
    Alice Leung
    Principal - Brick & Mortar Ventures
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    Thai Nguyen
    Director of Innovation - Diverge/Hensel Phelps
    Aaron Toppston
    Managing Partner - GS Futures
    Kaushal Diwan
    Corporate Director, Strategic Investments and Partnerships - DPR Construction
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    Break
    10:15–10:40 AM
    Break/Technology Exhibition
    Break/Technology Exhibition
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    Industry Presentation
    10:45–11:30 AM
    The Origin, Evolution, and Future of Ohio State’s BIM Project Delivery Standard
    The Origin, Evolution, and Future of Ohio State’s BIM Project Delivery Standard
    Joe Porostosky
    Director, Facilities Information and Technology Services - The Ohio State University
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    Leadership Panel
    11:30–12:10 PM
    Driving Industry Collaboration and Organizational Change in the Digital Age
    Driving Industry Collaboration and Organizational Change in the Digital Age
    Lina Stinnett
    Senior Integrated Construction Technology Manager - PCL
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    Alex Belkofer
    SVP of VDC - McCarthy
    Lindsey Rem
    Senior VP of Digital Transformation - Barton Malow
    Jad Chalhoub
    Director of Business Analytics - Rosendin
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    Lunch
    12:15PM-12:35PM
    Tech Talk: The State of Construction Technology
    Tech Talk: The State of Construction Technology
    Hammad Chaudhry
    Vice-President of Market Development and Partnerships - Timescapes
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    Lunch
    12:35–12:55 PM
    Tech Talk: Elevating Your Tech Stack and Tech Staff: A Design Thinking Approach to Digital Transformation
    Tech Talk: Elevating Your Tech Stack and Tech Staff: A Design Thinking Approach to Digital Transformation
    Tyler Turek
    eTraining Strategist - Global eTraining
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    1:30–2:15 PM
    Stream 1
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    Industry Presentation
    1A - Room: Big Tex
    Leveraging Automation for Design Analysis and Optimization
    Leveraging Automation for Design Analysis and Optimization
    Jon Berkoe
    Associate Principal, Digital Delivery Lead - Arup
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    Mike Lawless
    Director of Innovation - IMEG Corp
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    Industry Presentation
    1B - Room: Lil' Tex
    Cost Modeling - A Contractor Perspective to Design Cost Validation
    Cost Modeling - A Contractor Perspective to Design Cost Validation
    Andy Leek
    Head of Product - ConCntric
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    Taimoor Khan
    Vice President, Preconstruction - Satterfield and Pontikes
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    2:20–3:05 PM
    Stream 2
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    Industry Presentation
    2A - Room: Big Tex
    Design to Build Perspective - Optimizing Engineering for Modular Construction and Constructability
    Design to Build Perspective - Optimizing Engineering for Modular Construction and Constructability
    Josh Carney
    President - GPLA
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    Industry Presentation
    1B - Room: Lil' Tex
    Leveraging Data Driven Scheduling and Maximizing Schedule Performance
    Leveraging Data Driven Scheduling and Maximizing Schedule Performance
    Roy Malcolm
    Central Region VDC Leader - DPR Construction
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    Rayya Karaa
    Senior Project Manager, VDC - DPR Construction
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    Break
    3:05–3:30 PM
    Break/Technology Exhibition
    Break/Technology Exhibition
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    3:30–4:15 PM
    Stream 3
    Stream 3
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    Industry Presentation
    3A - Room: Big Tex
    Building Smarter: Owner-Centric Strategies for Utilizing Building Information and Technology on Capital Projects
    Building Smarter: Owner-Centric Strategies for Utilizing Building Information and Technology on Capital Projects
    Mark Cichy
    Principal, Director of Design Technology
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    Robert Brown
    Sr. Project Controls System Manager - DFW
    Brian Barth
    Deputy Executive Director, Program Delivery - Texas Department of Transportation
    Fanny Angeles
    BIM Manager - Intel Corporation
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    Industry Presentation
    3B - Room: Lil' Tex
    How is AI Disrupting the AEC Workplace and How We Deliver Projects in the Future?
    How is AI Disrupting the AEC Workplace and How We Deliver Projects in the Future?
    Francesco Iorio
    CEO - Augmenta
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    Kyle Sponseller
    Owner - KTS Engineering and C&R Electric
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    Executive Panel
    4:15–4:55 PM
    Harnessing the Power of Industry Research and Collaboration
    Harnessing the Power of Industry Research and Collaboration
    Dr. Johnny Fortune
    AECO Digital Technologies SME
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    Brian Skripac
    Director, Virtual Design and Construction - DBIA
    Brandon Searle
    Director of Innovation and Operations - UNB Off-site Construction Research Centre
    Chris Rausch
    Assistant Professor - University of Texas at Austin
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    Closing Remarks
    4:55–5:00 PM
    Closing Remarks
    Closing Remarks
    Nzinga White
    Executive Director - Building Transformations
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    Hannu Lindberg
    Construction Technology Corporate Services - DPR Construction
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    Executive Dinner
    6:30–9:00 PM
    Meets & Eats Dinner
    Meets & Eats Dinner

    (Dinner Ticket Holders Only) Join us for an exclusive Executive Dinner at Iron Cactus, where industry leaders, speakers, and select attendees will gather for an evening of high-level networking and meaningful discussions. Enjoy a thoughtfully curated buffet, dessert, and two drink tickets in a relaxed setting designed to foster connections and collaboration.

    Iron Cactus, 606 Trinity Street, Austin, TX 78701


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