The Preconstruction Podcast - Commercial Construction. EP146: Matt Boeggeman, Senior Preconstruction Manager at Holder Construction
Aug 14, 2025
Matt Boeggeman, Senior Preconstruction Manager at Holder Construction, shares his wealth of experience in data center projects and HVAC. He discusses the challenges of inflation, supply chain, and electrical demands in construction. Boeggeman highlights the transformative impact of historical data and AI on project efficiency. He also reflects on his early HVAC experiences, combining technical expertise with a hands-on approach. The conversation emphasizes innovation in chip cooling technologies and calls for a mindset shift towards embracing technology in construction.
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Hands-On HVAC Beginnings
- Matt spent summers in attics doing HVAC work for his dad's company and learned hands-on skills early in his career.
- He now values that practical experience for understanding large-scale mechanical systems in data centers.
Grow With Grit And Curiosity
- Do focus on grit and continuous learning more than just raw talent to progress in construction careers.
- Ask to help on varied tasks and intentionally take small responsibilities to expand exposure and skillsets.
Historical Data Unlocks Faster Estimates
- Matt realized in 2017–2018 that organizing historical project data could dramatically speed and improve conceptual estimating.
- He believes technology can replace repetitive lookup tasks and provide faster, higher-quality results.