Built by Builders Network Unites Construction Tech Leaders with Industry Experience to Drive Innovation

Steve Dell'Orto, founder and CEO of ConCntric, has established the Built by Builders network, a collaborative initiative of construction technology companies led by founders with direct industry experience. The network emerged from Dell'Orto's recognition during his 26-year construction career, including work on landmark projects like the Golden State Warriors' Chase Center and Salesforce Tower, that technology adoption in construction lagged behind its potential because many tools were developed without understanding day-to-day realities.

The network currently includes eight founding member companies, each addressing specific construction challenges: Clearstory for change order management, ConCntric for AI-powered preconstruction management, Document Crunch for AI risk reduction, Kaster for payroll and compliance management, PLOT for worksite procurement and delivery logistics, ProjectMark for construction CRM and marketing, SALUS for safety management software, and Togal.AI for AI-powered estimating. Each member brings deep construction roots and domain expertise, ensuring comprehensive coverage from preconstruction planning to field safety and project delivery.

Membership criteria prioritize substantial industry experience in the architecture, engineering, or construction sectors, as this foundation gives the Built by Builders name credibility. The network admits new companies annually, with the 2025 application window recently closed. Interested leaders can visit https://builtbybuilders.com for information about future application opportunities.

The network elevates industry tech dialogue through webinars, shared resources, and industry events, focusing on practical topics such as AI implementation, compliance, and knowledge transfer as experienced workers approach retirement. With members operating across North America and internationally, the network facilitates global sharing of lessons and solutions that move beyond hype toward measurable productivity gains, standardization, and intelligent workflows.

Built by Builders fosters connection through member-hosted webinars, shared lessons learned, and networking events at industry conferences. These interactions strengthen trust, spark collaboration, and demonstrate the value of builder-led innovation. Future plans include expanding educational offerings with topic-specific webinars and thought leadership on AI, workforce development, and sustainability, while developing their Medium blog into a central resource hub for industry challenges.