Épisodes

  • Controlling Health Safety and Compliance in Construction
    Dec 3 2025

    In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Harvey from SiteDocs to reveal how construction teams are ditching paper, reducing risk, and staying audit-ready with smarter Health, Safety & Compliance (HSC) workflows.

    From custom digital forms to real-time dashboards and field-to-office connectivity, learn how SiteDocs helps contractors stay on top of safety documentation, before it becomes a liability.

    If your jobsite struggles with overdue forms, outdated processes, or inconsistent reporting, this episode shows how to fix it fast.

    Tune in to learn:

    • How SiteDocs streamlines safety paperwork

    • Why real-time reporting transforms decision-making

    • Scalable tools for contractors of any size

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    56 min
  • Aging Out the Construction Workforce
    Nov 19 2025

    Discover why the construction industry is facing one of the most significant workforce challenges in decades. In this episode of The CADDle Call podcast, we sit down with Steve Hathaway, founder of Construction Software Solutions, to discuss why skilled workers are retiring faster than companies can replace them, how technology and AI can help fill the gap, and what construction firms can do right now to build resilience for the next decade.

    Packed with practical insights on workforce planning, digital tools, and industry-wide trends, this episode is a must-listen for contractors, project managers, and construction leaders looking to navigate the future of labor in the built environment.

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    33 min
  • Real Contractor Results Using Bid Tracking Software
    Nov 5 2025

    In this episode of The CADDle Call Podcast, we’re talking with Corey Watson, Head Estimator at A.S. Jones & Co., about his real-world experience using ZenTek’s ZenBidTracker — the simple, powerful tool designed to help contractors and estimators manage bids, track wins and losses, and improve profitability.

    We sit down with Corey to uncover how ZenBidTracker has changed his estimating process, reduced time spent managing bid data, and even boosted win rates. You’ll hear:

    • The biggest challenges contractors face when tracking bids manually
    • How ZenBidTracker simplifies estimating and bid management
    • The key features that deliver the most day-to-day value
    • Honest feedback from a real user — the good and the bad
    • Advice for contractors still relying on spreadsheets or manual tracking


    If you’re a small to mid-size contractor, estimator, or project manager looking to streamline pre-construction workflows, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.

    Learn more about ZenBidTracker at https://zentekconsultants.net/zenbidtracker/.


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    30 min
  • Making Effective Use of Bluebeam
    Oct 22 2025

    We sit down with returning guest Todd Rogers, Senior Associate with Walter P. Moore, to discuss how engineering teams are using Bluebeam Revu for more than just markups. Learn how Bluebeam streamlines collaboration, integrates with Autodesk tools, and even replaces costly CAD seats. Discover real-world tips for improving design reviews, workflows, and communication across construction and engineering projects.

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    34 min
  • Behind the Build: What it Takes to Develop a Construction App
    Oct 8 2025

    Ever wonder what it takes to build a construction-focused app from the ground up? In this episode, we sit down with ZenTek’s Senior Technical Specialist, Dan Coppinger, the mastermind behind ZenBidTracker, to talk about the magic behind software development in the construction world. From idea to interface, Dan shares how AI tools, workflow design, and real-world testing shaped this powerful new pre-construction tracking tool.

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    31 min
  • Add Value to Civil Designs with GIS
    Sep 24 2025

    In this episode of The CADDle Call, hosts Jim and Rocco sit down once again with Michael Davidson, Product Manager for BIM/CAD Integrations at ESRI, to explore how GIS integration can transform civil and transportation design workflows. From the strategic partnership between Autodesk and ESRI to the latest tools connecting ArcGIS, Civil 3D, and AutoCAD, we dig into the real-world benefits engineers, designers, and AEC professionals can gain today.

    Michael shares insights on the future of CAD/BIM/GIS collaboration, upcoming releases from ESRI, and how firms can streamline data management across platforms. Whether you’re new to GIS or looking to get more out of your design tools, this conversation highlights how GIS data adds value, saves time, and improves project outcomes.

    Tune in for practical tips, industry insights, and a glimpse into the future of civil design technology.

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    39 min
  • The New AUGI
    Sep 10 2025

    In this episode, we sit down with Eric DeLeon, President of AUGI, to talk about the exciting changes and future direction of one of the most influential user communities in the CAD/BIM world. From AUGI’s evolution beyond its AutoCAD roots to its new focus on software-agnostic education, collaboration, and innovation, Eric shares insights into how AUGI is supporting design professionals in a rapidly changing industry.

    Whether you’re a long-time AUGI member or just curious about where the industry is headed, this conversation is packed with valuable insights, real-world perspective, and a few laughs along the way.

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    39 min
  • 3D Visualization for Infrastructure
    Aug 27 2025

    In this episode of The CADDle Call podcast, Sam Lytle, founder of Beyond CAD, joins us to discuss how tools like Beyond Typicals and Civil Engine are making 3D visualization easier and more impactful for infrastructure projects. From improving communication to streamlining design, this episode explores why 3D visualization is becoming a game-changer in the civil industry.

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    42 min