In Episode 1, Jeremy sets the tone for the entire Full Send movement. From running a precast yard at 23 to stepping into the world of Silicon Valley construction tech, his story is packed with lessons about self belief, adaptability and making bold moves when the opportunity arrives.
If you are exploring career growth, leadership, innovation or construction technology, this episode is the perfect starting point.
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Timestamps
[00:00:00] Introduction to Full Send Engineering
- The meaning behind Full Send
- Why Jeremy was the perfect first guest
[00:03:00] Early Influences
- How his parents shaped his values
- The lesson that changed how he saw his future
[00:05:00] First Leadership Role
- Managing 60 workers at 23
- Learning accountability and risk
- Fixing major safety challenges
[00:09:00] Transition to Client Work
- Moving into sales and client engagement
- Learning value engineering on real projects
[00:18:00] Leap to Shanghai
- Working in the middle of China’s construction boom
- Hosting meetings with major global clients
- Operating in high pressure environments at 20 years old
[00:27:00] Discovering Construction Tech
- Using Bluebeam to work smarter
- Realising the future of digital workflows
[00:35:00] Joining PlanGrid
- Leaving concrete for Silicon Valley
- Adjusting to the startup lifestyle
- Tech adoption on job sites
[00:39:00] Autodesk Acquisition
- PlanGrid’s $875M sale
- Becoming a top performer at Autodesk
[00:44:00] AI and Generative Design
- How AI will transform construction
- The future of digital engineering
[00:50:00] Digital Twins and Accountability
- BIM and future defect tracking
- How digital tools improve accountability
[00:56:00] Advice for Young Engineers
- Start anywhere
- Back yourself
- Make bold moves in your career
[00:58:00] Jeremy’s Full Send Moment
- Leaving a safe career for PlanGrid
- The rewards of taking a big leap
[00:59:00] Closing Thoughts
- Matt wraps up Episode 1
- What to expect next
