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SDJ PodcastCandid Chat with Ruchika Mehta (Editor, Hello! India)Ruchika Mehta is the Editor of Hello! India magazine, a leading luxury and lifestyle publication known for its exclusive celebrity features and high-society coverage. With over two decades in media, she has shaped the magazine’s voice through her refined storytelling and deep understanding of India’s elite and creative circles. Her work reflects a perfect blend of sophistication, cultural insight, and journalistic integrity, making her a key figure in the country’s luxury media landscape.
2025-10-2720 min
Construction BrothersThe Tin Hat ClubToday we’re in conversation with Siddhant Mehta, Project Manager at Skanska, to explore how AI is transforming construction. From choosing the right tools to critiquing SaaS pricing models, Sid shares insights on tech adoption, AI coding, and the future of project management.00:46 – Sid’s Journey AbroadSid Mehta shares his story from Mumbai to the U.S., managing multimillion-dollar projects and finding his place in construction management.02:03 – Building Tech NetworksHow Skanska leverages emerging tech groups, vendor evaluations, and peer networks to spread innovation across teams.03:55 – Tech Adoption RealitiesSid challenges...
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Constructing TomorrowThe 7 Archetypes Every Project Manager Should Know in 2025In this episode we discuss the 7 archetypes every project manager needs to master in 2025 to become a leader, influencer, and success in the ever-evolving world of project management. In this episode, we dive into all 7 archetypes along with examples and actionable tips and tricks that can be used in daily life.7 Archetypes:1) The Communicator2) The Enforcer3) The Builder4) The Leader5) The Attorney6) The Accountant7) The Business DeveloperTime Stamps:0:00 Trailer0:50 Kyle's...
2025-04-0531 minConstructing Tomorrow4 Powerful Productivity Frameworks You’ve Never Tried (But Should!)In this episode we discuss the 4 Productivity Frameworks that will help you organize your personal life and your professional career. We also discuss these frameworks along with examples and actionable tips and tricks that can be readily applied in your life.4 Productivity Frameworks:1) PARA Framework by Tiago Forte (Projects, Areas, Resources, Archive)2) The Eisenhower's Matrix of Prioritization3) The DISC Personality Test (Dominance, Influence, Steadiness, Conscientiousness)4) The R-Factor Mindset (Event + Response = Outcome)Where to find Kyle NitchenLinkedIn - linkedin.com/kylenitchen Newsletter Link - https://kylenitchen.substack.com/Where to find Siddhant Mehta:LinkedIn - linkedin.com/sidhant-mehta Time Stamps:0:00 Trai...
2025-04-0535 minConstructing TomorrowThe Path to DECARBONIZING the Construction Industry - Strategies, Plans and Policies."Decarbonization in construction" is at the forefront of the industry’s future. In this exclusive podcast episode, we sit down with Brittany Harris, CEO and Co-Founder of QFlow, to dive deep into sustainable practices reshaping the construction industry. We discuss innovative ways to implement decarbonization and the power of real-time carbon tracking in workflows.
In our conversation, we discuss about:
1) Decarbonization in Construction and different ways to implement it
2) How does real-time carbon tracking help make informed decisions
3) Carbon tracking in construction workflows and its integration with Building Certifications
4) How Developers can gain higher property value by selecting sustainable ma...
2024-12-1959 minConstructing TomorrowEvery Construction Project should do this! | Reality Capture to convert Site into a Digital TwinReality capture technology is transforming the construction industry, and in this episode, we sit down with Dr. Felix Reinshagen, CEO and Co-Founder of @NavVis-tech to explore how tools like LiDAR and SLAM technology are helping to increase efficiency with indoor mapping. We discuss the future of reality capture, its applications in construction, and the challenges of adoption. Tune in to hear how @NavVis-tech is leading the charge in digital transformation and discover insights into the world of advanced reality capture systems!
In our conversation, we discuss about:
1) What is Reality Capture, LiDAR, and SLAM Technology
2) Use Cases of Reality Capt...
2024-12-0553 min
Swift Package Indexing52: In the next episode we'll fix the NPM ecosystemJoin us as we talk about the Python package ecosystem, the prospective vision to improve the approachability of data-race safety, and give our usual package recommendations.NewsConstraints are Good: Python's Metadata DilemmaProspective Vision: Improving the approachability of data-race safetyAnnouncement post on MastodonThe forum thread and Tim Condon’s commentPackagesSocial media post about LMDBSwift Package Index search for LMDBQuickLMDBRapidLMDBSwiftLMDBEmpireFuzi fork by DimensionDevFuzi by Ce ZhengOrb by Siddhant MehtaSoulverCore by Zac CohanQueue by Matt Massicotte
2024-12-0546 minConstructing TomorrowHow India's Construction Tech Startups Became Unicorns: Big opportunity in Indian Construction SpaceIn this episode, we explore the exciting Construction Tech Revolution in the Indian market with Shubhankar Bhattacharya, General Partner from Foundamental, a global VC firm specializing in construction technology investments.
We dive deep into the rapidly evolving construction tech landscape in India, the factors fueling the rise of ConTech unicorns, and the strategies that have made these startups successful.
In our conversation, we discuss about:
1) Construction tech Landscape in India
2) Construction Unicorns and aspects behind their success
3) Why is the Marketplace Business model successful in India
4) How is investing in India different as compared to other countries
5) Barriers for...
2024-11-0622 minConstructing TomorrowVenture Capital and Construction Technology: A Deep Dive into the VC Investment WorldIn this episode, we explore the exciting Construction Tech Revolution with Shubhankar Bhattacharya, General Partner from Foundamental, a global VC firm specializing in construction technology investments. We dive deep into the future of construction, uncovering the latest trends in tech innovation, VC funding, and the transformative opportunities reshaping the industry. This episode offers an insider’s look at how venture capital is driving growth in the construction sector.In our conversation, we discuss about:1) What is VC and how it operates2) Fundraising as a VC and as a Co...
2024-10-2235 minConstructing TomorrowMastering Construction Scheduling - Key Metrics, Future Tech, Communication and Career GrowthMicah Piippo is an ex- @Google Project Controls Technology Lead and now works at @Intel Fab Project as a Scheduling Manager. He leads diverse teams, driving initiatives that enhance construction planning and scheduling practices. At Google, he developed the Datacenter Delivery and Execution scheduling program for them, and also Co-Founded the Computer Vision in Construction Team. He also runs a Planning and Scheduling Podcast called @BeyondDeadlines .In our conversation, we discuss about:1) Differences in Core Construction vs Tech Company2) Key Metrics for Reviewing Schedules3) Articulating and Communicating effectively with s...
2024-09-1836 minConstructing TomorrowImpact of VR in CONSTRUCTION: The What, Why & How Behind Using VR Tech in Construction | BIM ReviewsAngel Say - Co-Founder and CEO of @ResolveBIM shares insights about using VR technology in construction for BIM collaboration and review processes. This podcast covers several topics around Virtual Reality (VR), and Augmented Reality (AR), in construction, along with a live demo session of using VR headsets and walking in a Navisworks Model.In our conversation, we discuss about:1) What is VR, AR, MR and XR 2) Barriers to the adoption of VR Tech on Construction Projects 3) The What, Why, and How behind using VR tech4) How to...
2024-09-0650 minConstructing TomorrowThe Next BIG Opportunity in Construction | Construction Tech in Different Continents.
Bhragan talks about the construction technology landscape around the world. The discussion also covers topics about startups, government regulations, insurance technology, space construction, and its possibility in the near future.
Bhragan is an innovative civil engineer at AECOM, currently embedded as an Innovation Advisor for Hive, Australia's first innovation incubator within a major construction program—the Level Crossing Removal Project.
His latest project, Last Week in ConTech, is a newsletter dedicated to advancing the awareness and adoption of new solutions in the construction industry. This newsletter provides executives with high-quality, actionable information on macroeconomic and technology trends shaping the fu...
2024-08-0735 minConstructing TomorrowEntrepreneurship in Construction Tech | Improving Construction Productivity | Scrum in Construction
Elijah is a Stanford University graduate who founded Roger, a construction collaboration software focused on improving construction productivity. He shares insights about his learnings from attending Stanford, how to start a construction tech company, how to improve productivity in construction, what is scrum and applications of scrum in construction, how to select a co-founder and tips for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Where to find Elijah Zenger:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/elijah-zenger/
Where to find Siddhant Mehta:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidhant-mehta/
Time Stamps:
0:00 Trailer
0:57 Elijah's Introduction
1:39 Stanford Background
2:57 Learnings at Stanford
4:26 How did he find...
2024-07-2431 minConstructing TomorrowTransition from Civil to Construction Tech | Career Pivot | Resume, LinkedIn, and Interview Tips
Stefanie Reichman is a professional civil engineer licensee (PE) from the state of Nevada. Previously she worked as an APM and as a VDC Manager for General Contractors, before transitioning to Bluebeam as a Customer Success Manager.
In our conversation, we discuss about:
1) Things to consider when switching roles or jobs
2) How to overcome imposter syndrome
3) Working in Construction vs ConTech
4) Roles in Construction Technology
5) LinkedIn, Resume, and Interview Tips
6) Advice for Students and Young Professionals
Where to find Stefanie Reichman:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefanie-reichman/
Where to find Siddhant Mehta:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin...
2024-07-0934 minConstructing TomorrowConstruction Contracts and Law with Greg Holness | Conflict Resolution | Constructing TomorrowGreg is an Operations Director at Arcadis with more than three decades of experience in construction and construction disputes, working as both an attorney and an engineer. His previous work at a department of transportation, two design-build curtainwall subcontractors, and several law firms, has given him multiple perspectives to draw upon when developing a successful strategy for resolving disagreements. He has developed, analyzed, and resolved hundreds of claims related to schedule delay/acceleration/disruption, loss of productivity, and contract/specification interpretation on public and private projects. As a claims & scheduling expert, he now advises attorneys on the technical aspects...
2024-06-1856 minConstructing TomorrowIntegration of Construction Scheduling & Planning - Insights from an Executive from Outbuild, Formerly with Procore and Bluebeam - EP #3 - Constructing TomorrowCollin Creach is a Senior Account Executive at Outbuild, which is a construction scheduling and planning software. Before Outbuild, Collin has spent the last 12 years working in the construction industry, mostly in construction tech. Collin started out in the industry with Barton Malow, a large general contractor when he graduated college, then moved on to Bluebeam where he spent 7 years, and was also a Sales Leader with Procore. Collin is passionate about working with people in the construction industry to help solve problems and improve processes with the help of technology.
In our conversation, we discuss about:
1) Construction Technology...
2024-05-1946 minConstructing TomorrowEP #2 - Empowering Workers and Elevating Industry - Solving Construction Labor Competency Using AIIn this episode, Siddhant talks with Martin Kalamees, Co-Founder and CEO of Werk about the labor shortage, how to identify the competency of workers using AI, how to build a construction start-up, and future use case scenarios for AI. Some of the topics discussed are as below.
a) What is Werk
b) Martin's Journey with starting Werk
c) Labor Shortage
d) Werk's solution for the competency of skilled workers
e) What to expect while building a start-up
f) How to raise funding for start-ups
g) Future use case scenarios for AI
h) Construction in Europe, and the UK
Time...
2024-05-0831 minConstructing TomorrowEP #1 - GC and Owner's Rep - Unfiltered take from a Project Manager / Constructing TomorrowIn this episode, Antonio Oliveria, Project Manager at Skanska, talks about his journey into the world of construction and his career path to becoming a Project Manager. Some of the other topics discussed were as follows:
a) Difference in working style between GCs and Owner's Rep
b) Tips for managing time wisely and prioritizing tasks
c) Role of mentorship in career progression
d) Advice for young professionals getting into the industry.
Let me know your thoughts and what you resonated with. Drop a review for any...
2024-04-2721 minConstructing TomorrowEP #0 - The What & Why - Constructing Tomorrow Podcast by Siddhant Mehta
Welcome to the Constructing Tomorrow Podcast, hosted by Siddhant Mehta, a young construction professional with a passion for the industry. In this episode I explain the WHAT and WHY for starting this podcast.
This podcast will provide a platform for learning, networking, and staying ahead of the curve in this ever-evolving industry. I have a couple of guests lined up, so stay tuned for the episodes.
Tune in to Constructing Tomorrow and join the conversation today
2024-04-1302 min
iReach, the ConstructReach Podcast with Host Paul RobinsonEpisode 26: Siddhant Mehta the Project Engineer at Skanska | iReach, the ConstructReach Podcast with Host Paul Robinson
Episode 26: Siddhant Mehta the Project Engineer at Skanska | iReach, the ConstructReach Podcast with Host Paul Robinson
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As a workforce development initiative that builds reachable opportunities through construction, ConstructReach increases the visibility of the construction industry by educating students about car...
2023-05-0234 min
Geek Fruit PodcastEp. 334: Sid's Anime WorldWe're joined once again by erstwile Geek Fruit producer and nerdfather Siddhant Mehta as he guides noobs Jishnu and Tejas through the Anime world and why it's larger effect on the world of pop culture is just getting started.Follow us @GeekFruitHQ on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and contactgeekfruit@gmail.com for any queries.You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app.You can check out our website at http...
2020-06-1538 min
Siddhant Raj MehtaI don’t want to realise..m4aAn old poem composed way back in college. Hope you guys like it. Do make it a point to leave your comments.
2020-05-2201 min
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Siddhant Raj MehtaTryst With DestinyAt the stroke of the midnight hour, when the world sleeps, India will awake..
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Geek Fruit PodcastEp. 294: Wake Up Sid, it's 2020 alreadyGeek Fruit’s producer circa 2016-ish Siddhant Mehta is back to join Jishnu for a special roundup of the greatest hits of 2019. Listen in for a speed run through the year in television, film and some news/not news for good measure Follow us @GeekFruitHQ on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and contactgeekfruit@gmail.com for any queries. You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website a...
2019-12-1656 min
2017-09-1002 min
Siddhant Raj MehtaAaj Jaane Ki Zid Na Karo (Cover teaser)A personal favourite and a tribute to Farida Khanum Ji.
2017-09-1001 min
Geek Fruit PodcastEp. 61: Old Man LoganTejas and Geek Fruit editor Siddhant Mehta and producer Navin Noronha discuss the epic finale to the Wolverine saga. We discuss Hugh Jackman's role in the X-Men as well as Patrick Stewart and try to find a future for the the franchise. The Geek Fruit podcast is also available on iTunes: https://goo.gl/jVHe5l You can find us on Audioboom: https://goo.gl/QeE1WE Or generally, on just about any app you use to get your podcasts; Stitcher, Overcast, Beyond Pod, PodYatra (that is not real, but don't you wish it was?) ...
2017-03-0957 min
Geek Fruit PodcastEp. 36: Spidey SensibilitiesOn this episode, Tejas, Dinkar and special guest Siddhant Mehta discuss a big question for any spidey fan: Whatever happened to the web head? From being the coolest superhero to being rebooted twice, is Peter Parker relevant anymore in a world full of Rocket Racoons and Deadpools? Follow Geek Fruit on Facebook: https://goo.gl/1eXcpR You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcast App on Android: https://goo.gl/tGYdU1 or iOS: https://goo.gl/sZSTU5 You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts...
2016-09-1554 min
Cyrus Says CleanEp. 18 - feat. Adventure Drinkers Siddhant Mehta, Karan Agarwal and Suyash BarveOn this episode of Cyrus Says: Talk about Dive bars Bars in Sion that dont serve women The formication of Bars Ponzi schemes & Scams Nitish & Laloo sitting in a tree Victoria's being banned in Mumbai Cyrus answers listener questions Our guests are Siddhant Mehta, Karan Agarwal and Suyash Barve from the Adventures of cheap beer podcast which can be found at: https://soundcloud.com/adventuresofcheapbeerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2015-06-1858 min