ON DEMAND UNTIL MARCH 23, 2022
Abstract:
Today, many GCs are still doing manual progress tracking, which is time-consuming and unreliable. Even those who use software for progress tracking are still spending a lot of time on it and getting poor results. That’s why automated progress tracking is the future of construction. With new AI technology based on 360° photo capture, teams can now see how much work gets done every day, on each floor, across a variety of trades. Suddenly, scheduling and verifying pay apps becomes a simple, reliable process. With automated progress tracking, your teams can see the percent complete for all trades, including:
- Framing
- Drywall installation
- Electrical
- And more!
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Speakers
 Brian Garcia Principle RG Construction Brian Garcea is a seasoned construction industry leader who has managed multi-million dollar projects throughout the Chicago metropolitan area. He has 20 years of experience in construction management, with notable expertise in financial performance, insurance, safety programs, and client engagement. He has been chosen numerous times as a project executive on a wide range of projects, including university research facilities, office buildings, and residential buildings. He holds an MBA from Kellogg Graduate School of Management and is a Certified Public Accountant.
 Jeevan Kalanithi CEO & Co-Founder OpenSpace Jeevan Kalanithi sold his first company, Sifteo, to 3D Robotics, where he eventually became the President. 3DR, a 200+ person company, launched a drone which made $45M in its first year. 3DR partnered with Autodesk to launch Site Scan, a tool for documenting and analyzing jobsites. Jeevan was most recently an Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Lux Capital.
He holds a BS from Stanford and an MS from MIT, where he was a National Science Foundation Graduate Fellow.
 Jess Lam Product OpenSpace Jess has been building technology products across healthcare, education, and construction for the last 10 years. Prior to OpenSpace Jess was the Director of Product at 3D Robotics where he helped grow Site Scan into an enterprise drone mapping platform that was acquired by Esri in 2019. Originally from a farm in Oklahoma, Jess moved west to earn a BS and MS from Stanford.
 Javier Varela Superintendent Suffolk Javier is a hardworking and detail-oriented Superintendent, responsible for overseeing and
managing all day-to-day jobsite activities, including compliance with safety and quality
standards, project team performance, and effective trade partner management. Javier
proactively addresses challenges on each project he is involved with while also ensuring that all aspects of construction are transparent and consistent with the contracted scope of work.
During his six years at Suffolk, Javier has served as Superintendent on various complex
projects, including MiamiCentral. The $518 million project included two residential towers, an office building, and the MiamiCentral Station. Currently, Javier is completing the $550 million Estates at Acqualina, which includes construction of a 55-story north and 52-story south
tower with a total of 246 luxurious residences. On all of his projects, Javier is committed
to achieving owners’ schedule and budget objectives, prioritizing safety and quality, and
streamlining the construction process with Suffolk’s innovative technologies.
Javier received his Bachelor of Science in Construction Management from the University of
Florida and is Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30-hour certified.
 Javier Contreras Project Engineer Suffolk Javier supports project teams with implementing safety, budget and schedule certainty, and
the quality control process. Javier is an innovative, collaborative, and hardworking individual,
assisting with critical aspects of project coordination and documentation. Javier joined
Career Start, Suffolk’s two-year rotational program for recent college graduates, in July 2020.
Through this program, Javier has gained knowledge in estimating, project management, and
field operations. Once he completes this program, Javier will be able to match his skills and
interests with a long-term career opportunity at Suffolk.
Currently, Javier is completing the $550 million Estates at Acqualina, which includes
construction of a 55-story north and 52-story south tower with a total of 246 luxurious
residences. As Project Engineer, Javier is supporting façade work and construction of the
towers’ amenities, including an ice skating rink, bowling alleys, restaurant space, two bars,
night club, and health club.
Javier received his Bachelor of Science in Construction Engineering Technology and
Management from Lawrence Technological University.
 Blake Pearce Vice President Provident General Contractors Blake has been with Provident GC for over 6 years and oversees all operational activities of construction and administration including; resource evaluation and planning; systems and procedure implementation and improvements; as well as ensuring smooth, consistent day-to-day running of projects and the organization. He has been a part of over 2,500 units completed during his time at Provident GC. Prior to his role in operations, Blake worked as a project manager completing mid-rise, wrap and garden style multifamily projects. He started his career in civil construction completing 3 projects totaling over $250MM in work.
B. Engineer (Civil/Structural), University of New South Wales, 2011
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