The Preconstruction Podcast
#161 Ale Macias
October 20, 2025
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Summary
In this episode, Gareth McGlynn sits down with Ale Macias of Ryan Companies during Precon World 2025 to discuss the growing influence of AI and technology in preconstruction and how teams are adapting to new ways of working.
Key Takeaways:
- AI and Preconstruction Technology: How innovation is shaping today’s estimating and planning workflows.
- Career Journey: From ballet to construction and becoming a key part of Ryan’s preconstruction group.
- Collaboration and Openness: Her interest in collaboration and perspective on the day-to-day challenges faced by preconstruction professionals.
- Precon Round Table: An initiative of like-minded companies working together to improve processes and reach solutions faster, which Ale is part of.
Connect with Ale Macias on LinkedIn.
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