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Precon World 2025 isn’t just another industry event—it’s the gathering for innovators, builders, and forward-thinkers who are redefining what’s possible in preconstruction. 

This year’s agenda is packed with real-world strategies, hands-on tech sessions, expert panels, and game-changing conversations around AI, data, and collaboration. Whether you're leading teams, building estimates, or shaping the future of your firm, you'll walk away with actionable insights and fresh inspiration.

Get Ready: The Precon World 2025 Agenda Is Packed with
Innovation, Insights and Inspiration!

  • Tuesday, September 23, 2025

    5:00 - 8:00 PM - Networking Reception

    Kick off Precon World 2025 with our Opening Reception! Join us for an evening of delicious food, drinks, networking, and fun activities as we celebrate the start of an incredible event.

  • Wednesday, September 24, 2025

    Theme: Foundations & Innovation in Preconstruction

    *Session topics and times subject to change

    7:30 AM – 8:30 AM | Registration & Breakfast Networking

    8:30 AM – 9:00 AM | Opening Remarks

    9:00 AM – 9:45 AM | Keynote: AI & Machine Learning in Estimating

    9:45 AM – 10:30 AM | Expert Panel


    10:30 AM – 10:45 AM | Networking & Sponsor Exhibits


    10:45 AM – 12:15 PM | Breakout Sessions (Concurrent – Choose One)

    1️⃣ DESTINI Estimator: Core Functions (Beginner Training)

    2️⃣ Creating & Managing Custom Templates for Standardization (Intermediate Training)

    3️⃣ From Reactive to Proactive: Predictive Analytics for Estimating Success

    4️⃣ The Art of Conceptual Estimating

    5️⃣ Advanced Bid Leveling Strategies


    12:15 PM – 1:15 PM | Lunch Break & Sponsor Networking


    1:15 PM – 2:30 PM | General Session: Preconstruction Technology Trends & Roundtable


    2:30 PM – 2:45 PM | Networking Break


    2:45 PM – 4:15 PM | Breakout Sessions (Concurrent – Choose One)

    1️⃣ DESTINI Estimator:  Basic Quantity Takeoff Workflows (Beginner Training)

    2️⃣ DESTINI Estimator: Customizing Reports to Defend Your Estimate (Intermediate Training)

    3️⃣ Leveraging Preconstruction Data for Smarter Decision-Making

    4️⃣ Breaking Down Alternates & Value Engineering to Win More Bids

    5️⃣ Bridging the Gap: Unlocking Project Success Through Early and Aligned Collaboration 

    4:15 PM – 5:00 PM | General Session: Building a Business through Acquisition


    5:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Networking Happy Hour

  • Thursday, September 25, 2025

    Theme: Advanced Preconstruction & Future-Focused Strategies

    *Session topics and times subject to change

    7:30 AM – 8:30 AM | Breakfast & Sponsor Networking


    8:30 AM – 8:45 AM | General Session


    8:45 AM – 9:30 AM | Preconstruction Metrics That Matter: Tracking KPIs for More Predictable Outcomes


    9:30 AM – 9:45 AM | Networking Break


    9:45 AM – 11:15 AM | Breakout Sessions (Concurrent – Choose One)

    1️⃣ DESTINI Estimator: Adjusting Markups & Overhead in an Estimate (Intermediate Training)

    2️⃣ DESTINI Estimator: Automating Quantify Takeoffs (Intermediate Training)

    3️⃣ 3D Model-Based Estimating

    4️⃣ Subcontractor & Supplier Strategy: How to Get Better Pricing & Buy-In

    5️⃣ Precon Expansion Playbook: People, Process, and Technology


    11:15 AM – 12:15 PM | Lunch Break & Sponsor Networking


    12:15 PM – 1:30 PM | 2026 Outlook What’s Next for Preconstruction?


    1:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Breakout Sessions (Concurrent – Choose One)

    1️⃣ DESTINI Estimator: Tracking & Managing Estimate Versions for Auditability (Advanced Training)

    2️⃣ DESTINI Estimator: Working with Assemblies (Intermediate Training)

    3️⃣ Cost Trends & Market Analysis for Preconstruction

    4️⃣ Bridging the Gap: Operational Success Starts in Preconstruction

    5️⃣ Estimating for Design-Build vs. Design-Bid-Build


    3:00 PM – 3:15 PM | Networking Break


    3:15 PM – 4:00 PM | Closing Session

2024 Speaker Presentations

Last year's event was designed to inspire, educate, and elevate your preconstruction expertise and 2025 will be even better!

A Year in Review: DESTINI Estimator Innovations Unveiled

Jon Chumbley & Brian Rudolph

Precon Talent Development

Aman Singh

The Advantages & Process of Microlearning in Precon

Allison Lewis

DESTINI Hub Strategies Using Assemblies

John Reich

DESTINI Platform Best Practices: Elevating Customer Support with Data-Driven Insights

Doug Maiden

Consuming Data to Make Better Decisions

Chris Reeder

Shaping the Future of Preconstruction: Beck Tech’s Bold Innovations

Mike Boren & Alex Hultberg

Data Management and Precon Tech Role

Jim Kurth & Ale Macias

Leading the Horse to Water: Pitching Collaborative Precon to Owners

Andrew Zukosky & Jason Brenner

Evolving Pre-Construction: Adapting to the New Landscape of Limited Resources & Increasing Demands

Meloni Raney

2025 Economic Outlook: A Look Ahead in Construction

Jay Denton

Daaaaang! Estimator Can Do That?

Josh Walker & Casey Wilt

Model-based Estimating Best Practices (File pending)

Brent Pilgrim