Consigli Construction’s Bill Seery on the Importance of Long-Term Partnerships in Construction

In this episode of Buildings 2.0, Jose speaks with Bill Seery, Prefabrication Director at Consigli Construction, to explore how prefabrication is shaping the future of the construction industry. Bill discusses the transformative potential of industrialized construction, including saving time spent — and sometimes wasted — on waiting for delivery or making various adjustments. 

 

He highlights how modern technologies like AI, drones, and video capture can significantly enhance safety and productivity on construction sites. Bill also emphasizes the critical role of long-term partnerships and collaboration between general contractors and subcontractors for sustainable success. 

 

Topics discussed:

• The shift towards industrialized construction and its potential to revolutionize efficiency and quality in the building industry.
• The integration of technologies like AI, drones, and video capture to enhance safety, efficiency, and productivity on construction sites.
• The importance of fostering long-term partnerships and collaboration between general contractors and subcontractors for sustainable project success.
• The advantages of prefabrication in construction, including reduced on-site labor, improved quality control, and faster project timelines.
• Transitioning from traditional project-based methods to a productization mindset to streamline construction processes and improve outcomes.
• Comparing traditional economic models with those suggested for industrialized construction to highlight potential cost savings and efficiency gains.
• Addressing the challenges of skilled labor shortages and how industrialized construction can mitigate these issues.
• Considering the regulatory, social, and economic impacts of adopting industrialized construction practices in the industry.
• The future of housing, especially in urban areas like New York, and how industrialized construction can meet growing demands efficiently.