Construex
Seed Round in 2023
Construex operates a B2B SaaS construction marketplace in Latin America. It connects suppliers and users of construction supplies and services, facilitating digital commerce in an industry traditionally reliant on legacy methods.
Trunk Tools
Seed Round in 2023
Trunk Tools is a company that provides an AI-driven platform aimed at automating workflows specific to the construction industry. By focusing on enhancing team efficiency, Trunk Tools supports various users, including superintendents and project managers, in streamlining operations at job sites. The platform is designed to manage construction data effectively, offering real-time data accessibility and seamless integration. With features that promote workplace security and safety, Trunk Tools enables construction teams to reduce waste, improve efficiency, minimize rework, and mitigate delays, ultimately leading to more productive project execution.
Constrafor
Venture Round in 2023
Constrafor is a technology company focused on the construction sector, providing a cloud-based platform designed to enhance productivity and financial management for general contractors and subcontractors. The platform simplifies and standardizes essential back-office tasks, such as subcontractor procurement, contract management, invoice processing, and diversity procurement, all within a single interface. For general contractors, Constrafor facilitates efficient interactions with subcontractors by managing bids, deadlines, and communication with suppliers. Subcontractors benefit from features like fast receivables financing through an Early Pay Program, which accelerates payment cycles and improves cash flow, enabling them to take on additional projects. By integrating these functionalities, Constrafor aims to revolutionize the construction industry's procurement processes.
KEWAZO develops autonomous robotics systems for construction sites. Its primary product is LIFTBOT, a robotic material hoist that safely transports scaffolding parts during assembly, reducing labor costs by up to 44%, addressing labor shortages, and enhancing safety. Additionally, Kewazo collects operational data from its robots on-site, providing customers with a data analytics platform for proactive project management.
Assembly OSM
Series A in 2022
Assembly OSM designs and constructs high-rise buildings using innovative building systems. Founded in 2020, the company delivers architecturally distinctive structures that are efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective. Assembly OSM's approach significantly reduces construction time and improves cost certainty compared to conventional methods.
Pulley is a specialized platform focused on streamlining the construction permitting process. It offers tailored workflows and localized requirements, enabling developers, contractors, and architects to obtain permits more efficiently. By providing a comprehensive overview of the permitting process and tracking review times, Pulley helps users meet deadlines and reduces delays that can hinder construction projects. Trusted by leading builders, the platform supports a range of projects, from single-family homes to complex commercial developments, effectively addressing a significant bottleneck in the construction industry.
Built Robotics
Series C in 2022
Built Robotics develops automation technology for the construction industry by turning heavy equipment into autonomous robots with AI-guided software that integrates sensors such as GPS, cameras, and Lidar. The systems retrofit onto earthmoving equipment to enable autonomous operation on job sites, supporting projects such as wind farms, oil and gas pipelines, mining, and housing developments, and they are used to automate repetitive tasks in solar projects to accelerate the transition to clean energy.
Cottage is a company focused on addressing housing affordability through a managed marketplace specifically for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). It operates a software platform that connects homeowners with contractors to facilitate the planning, financing, construction, and rental of ADUs. By enabling homeowners to design and manage their ADU projects online, Cottage streamlines the process and ensures quality delivery through a curated network of contractors. This approach aims to simplify the development of additional housing options while enhancing the accessibility of affordable living spaces.
Brimstone
Series A in 2022
Brimstone develops a carbon-negative process for producing ordinary portland cement and supplementary cementitious material. Its technology uses calcium silicate rock instead of limestone, delivering identical products at scale while significantly reducing CO2 emissions.
Veev Inc., founded in 2017 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a building technology company that transforms the home construction and living experience. By utilizing its innovative home operating system, Veev provides clients with room-specific control over lighting, shading, and climate while enhancing security against intrusions and cyber threats. The company's construction approach incorporates modular systems featuring light gauge steel for framing, high-performance acrylic for surfaces, and advanced climate control technologies. Veev focuses on high-performance multifamily housing and accessory dwelling units, boasting a development pipeline of over 230 units, equating to 620,000 gross building square feet. Through comprehensive services that encompass design, permitting, modular construction, and a digital infrastructure, Veev empowers homeowners with enhanced control over their living environments.
Homebound
Series C in 2022
Homebound is a tech-enabled custom homebuilder that manages the entire construction process for homeowners, from insurance negotiations and architecture to permitting, construction and move-in. Born out of the 2017 Northern California wildfires and based in Santa Rosa, California, the company focuses on rebuilding homes after disasters and uses technology and a network of vetted building professionals to simplify the process and support homeowners at every step.
RenoRun Inc. is a construction materials delivery company that caters to the needs of the construction industry. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, the company offers a wide range of products, including beams, bricks, and concrete mixes. RenoRun has developed a mobile-friendly platform that allows general contractors to place orders easily, streamlining the process of procuring materials. This innovative service minimizes wasted time and effort for contractors by providing efficient delivery directly to job sites, with trained runners ensuring timely collection and drop-off of materials. In addition to its Montreal headquarters, RenoRun operates in Toronto, Canada, and Austin, Texas, positioning itself as a significant player in the construction supply market.
Assignar
Secondary Market in 2021
Assignar is a cloud-based construction operations management platform designed specifically for infrastructure-focused subcontractors and self-performing contractors. The platform enhances productivity, profitability, safety, and quality by streamlining key operational components such as production tracking, labor and equipment management, resource-loaded scheduling, and field data collection. Assignar provides clients with improved visibility into field operations and project schedules, offering tools for workforce and asset scheduling, project planning, compliance management, and field communication. This allows users to access real-time information regarding the status of workers and equipment, thereby facilitating more efficient project execution.
Built Technologies
Series D in 2021
Built Technologies develops a cloud-based platform for managing construction loans. Its software streamlines draw management processes, reduces risk, enhances customer experience, and facilitates collaboration among lenders, borrowers, builders, and inspectors.
ICON is a construction technologies company that focuses on revolutionizing homebuilding through the use of 3D printing, robotics, software, and advanced materials. The company specializes in constructing single-story, mid-size homes, particularly in developing countries, allowing for faster and more cost-effective building compared to traditional methods. By leveraging innovative technologies, ICON aims to address the housing needs of underserved communities, streamlining the construction process for engineers and builders alike.
Cobli is a Brazilian company that specializes in fleet management technology, offering innovative solutions to enhance fleet efficiency across various industries, including telecommunications, transportation, energy, e-commerce, and construction. Founded by Parker Treacy and Rodrigo Mourad, Cobli has experienced rapid growth, achieving over 100% year-over-year expansion and employing more than 400 individuals. The company's platform leverages advanced technologies such as IoT, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, and video telemetry to provide tools for vehicle tracking, dynamic routing, driver identification, and fraud monitoring. By analyzing data collected from solar-powered trackers, Cobli helps fleet owners reduce costs, improve productivity, enhance driver safety, ensure operational compliance, and elevate the overall customer experience. With a strong presence throughout Brazil, the company serves thousands of customers and continues to innovate in the fleet management sector.
Assignar is a cloud-based construction operations management platform designed specifically for infrastructure-focused subcontractors and self-performing contractors. The platform enhances productivity, profitability, safety, and quality by streamlining key operational components such as production tracking, labor and equipment management, resource-loaded scheduling, and field data collection. Assignar provides clients with improved visibility into field operations and project schedules, offering tools for workforce and asset scheduling, project planning, compliance management, and field communication. This allows users to access real-time information regarding the status of workers and equipment, thereby facilitating more efficient project execution.
Cobli is a Brazilian company that specializes in fleet management technology, offering innovative solutions to enhance fleet efficiency across various industries, including telecommunications, transportation, energy, e-commerce, and construction. Founded by Parker Treacy and Rodrigo Mourad, Cobli has experienced rapid growth, achieving over 100% year-over-year expansion and employing more than 400 individuals. The company's platform leverages advanced technologies such as IoT, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, and video telemetry to provide tools for vehicle tracking, dynamic routing, driver identification, and fraud monitoring. By analyzing data collected from solar-powered trackers, Cobli helps fleet owners reduce costs, improve productivity, enhance driver safety, ensure operational compliance, and elevate the overall customer experience. With a strong presence throughout Brazil, the company serves thousands of customers and continues to innovate in the fleet management sector.
Homebound
Series B in 2019
Homebound is a tech-enabled custom homebuilder that manages the entire construction process for homeowners, from insurance negotiations and architecture to permitting, construction and move-in. Born out of the 2017 Northern California wildfires and based in Santa Rosa, California, the company focuses on rebuilding homes after disasters and uses technology and a network of vetted building professionals to simplify the process and support homeowners at every step.