Autodesk

Autodesk, established in 1982, is a leading provider of 3D design, engineering, and entertainment software. It caters to various industries, including architecture, engineering, construction, product design, manufacturing, and media & entertainment. The company's extensive suite of products, such as AutoCAD, Revit, Inventor, Maya, and 3ds Max, enables professionals to design, model, and render projects efficiently. With over 4 million paid subscribers in 180 countries, Autodesk's software is widely used globally.

Theo Agelopoulos

Vice President of the AEC division

Leslie Cariani

Senior Director and Head of Global Executive Search

Debbie Clifford

CFO

Ken Foo

Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships

Andrew Friendly

Vice President, Government Affairs and Public Policy

Jim Lynch

Senior Vice President of Autodesk Construction

Bill O'Connor

Founder, Autodesk Innovation Genome

Jean Shia

Managing Director, Autodesk Foundation

Ryan Macpherson

Director, Climate Innovation and Investment

Past deals in Construction

GAMMA AR

Corporate Round in 2024
GAMMA AR is a company that specializes in augmented reality-based construction management software, designed to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of construction projects. The platform utilizes 3D Building Information Models (BIM) to intuitively overlay digital models onto physical construction sites, allowing construction site managers and craftsmen to monitor progress and detect errors early in the building process. This capability significantly reduces the likelihood of costly mistakes, as users can mark errors and make annotations that are visible to all involved stakeholders. By automating communication among various participants, GAMMA AR streamlines project management and enhances collaboration. Additionally, the software remains valuable post-construction, aiding facility managers in maintaining buildings by providing visualization tools for infrastructure. Users can access project data in real-time through the GAMMA BIM PORTAL, enabling comprehensive project management and task coordination. Overall, GAMMA AR's innovative approach aims to save time and reduce costs in the construction industry.

Payapps

Acquisition in 2024
Payapps is a leading provider of subcontractor payment management solutions within the construction industry, offering a cloud-based platform that facilitates collaboration between main contractors and subcontractors. The software streamlines the preparation, submission, assessment, valuation, and certification of payment applications, making online payments more efficient and reducing reliance on cumbersome paperwork. With a global customer base exceeding 25,000, including asset owners, developers, general contractors, and subcontractors, Payapps is focused on revolutionizing payment management practices and enhancing operational performance across the construction sector. The company is headquartered in Fortitude Valley, Australia, and maintains operations in North America, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Europe.

KOPE

Seed Round in 2024
KOPE is a developer of a cloud-based software platform focused on offsite construction. The platform integrates standardized processes and algorithms to seamlessly connect design, manufacturing, and construction phases. By automating the design-to-manufacturing workflow, KOPE accelerates the adoption of offsite construction methods, providing the industry with enhanced visibility and implementation capabilities. This approach supports a low-carbon, low-resource agenda, making it easier for construction professionals to adopt sustainable practices. Through its innovative solutions, KOPE aims to transform the construction landscape by improving efficiency and sustainability in building practices.

UNIFI Labs

Acquisition in 2023
UNIFI Labs is a company that provides a cloud platform designed for the creation and management of Building Information Modeling (BIM) content. It serves the building industry by offering comprehensive solutions for the entire BIM content life cycle, facilitating the creation, organization, access, and management of digital building assets. With a team that combines industry expertise with advanced technology, UNIFI Labs ensures high-quality BIM assets and data consistency across various teams and global offices. Their platform enhances collaboration among architectural, engineering, construction, and manufacturing organizations by enabling anywhere access to vital building content.

Eyrus

Series A in 2022
Eyrus is a workforce visibility platform specifically designed for the construction industry. It automates the collection of workforce data, enabling project teams to enhance attendance, timekeeping, safety, and security in real time. By implementing Eyrus during workforce registration, companies can capture essential information related to OSHA, health and safety, and equipment training through a user-friendly worker profile. Utilizing IoT technology and mobile devices, Eyrus tracks workforce interactions across job sites, providing features such as access control, real-time evacuation alerts, and compliance reporting metrics. This cloud-based platform allows for the generation of actionable insights and analytics, helping clients manage resources efficiently, ensure project safety, and improve delivery timelines. The data collected also assists in schedule forecasting and understanding potential delays, thereby enhancing overall decision-making and project planning.

Prodsmart

Acquisition in 2022
Prodsmart, Informática, Lda. is a Portuguese company founded in 2013 that specializes in developing analytics, management, and optimization software for manufacturing assembly lines and job shops. The company offers a comprehensive tracking system that enables factories to eliminate paperwork and collect real-time data through the use of smartphones on the shop floor. Its software provides functionalities such as shop floor management, real-time dashboards, planning and scheduling, product traceability, inventory management, custom reports, and real-time alerts. Prodsmart serves a diverse range of industries including automotive, electronics, food and beverage, textiles, and industrial manufacturing, among others. The company’s clients include notable firms such as Mitsubishi and Componor, reflecting its commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and visibility within manufacturing processes.

ProEst Estimating Software

Acquisition in 2021
ProEst is a prominent developer of construction estimating and digital takeoff software, serving over 8,000 construction companies since its inception in 1976. The company offers an innovative platform that integrates detailed cost estimating with digital takeoffs and industry-specific material databases, providing a comprehensive solution for improving estimating processes. Built with advanced Microsoft technology, including a SQL database and .NET development platform, ProEst's software is designed for ease of use and functionality. It also integrates seamlessly with various business tools, construction accounting programs, and online plan rooms, enabling construction companies to streamline their operations efficiently.

Factory_OS

Series B in 2020
Factory OS, Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells modular re-locatable apartment buildings and residential homes, specializing in off-site construction. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Vallejo, California, the company offers a wide range of modular solutions, including multi-family residential homes, prefabricated townhouses, modular apartments, and various commercial structures such as office buildings and retail locations. Factory OS employs an integrated and tech-enabled approach to streamline the housing development process, focusing on reducing waste, controlling energy consumption, and enhancing building efficiency. The company is committed to innovation through an active research and development program that incorporates advancements in design, technology, and construction methods.

Autodesk Forma

Acquisition in 2020
Spacemaker AI, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Oslo, Norway, with an additional office in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in software that analyzes data to optimize building site selection. The company's innovative AI technology generates and evaluates billions of site proposals, taking into account various factors such as zoning regulations, environmental conditions, and market preferences. This allows architects, real estate developers, and municipalities to identify the most advantageous building sites and access detailed insights into each option. Since becoming a subsidiary of Autodesk, Spacemaker AI continues to enhance its offerings, providing valuable tools that significantly improve decision-making in the real estate and construction sectors.

Pype

Acquisition in 2020
Pype, Inc. is a software company that focuses on providing innovative solutions for the construction industry, enhancing project management processes from preconstruction to closeout. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, with an additional office in Bengaluru, India, Pype offers several products, including AutoSpecs, which uses machine-learning algorithms to extract relevant data from specifications, and Closeout, a platform for managing closeout documentation. Other offerings include eBinder, which compiles turnover documentation, and SmartPlans, which automatically extracts submittals and product schedules from drawings. Pype's solutions are utilized by leading general contractors, architectural and engineering firms, and project owners across the nation, helping to streamline operations, ensure compliance, and improve overall project quality and efficiency. As a subsidiary of Autodesk, Inc. since August 2020, Pype continues to innovate and refine its services based on user feedback.

Bridgit

Venture Round in 2020
Bridgit is a Canadian technology company established in 2014, specializing in construction project management solutions. It offers two primary products: Bridgit Bench, a resource planning and workforce management tool, and Bridgit Field, an inspection, task, and communication management solution. Bridgit caters to contractors and developers, helping them streamline operations and maximize profits through a people-first approach. The company works with industry leaders such as Skanska and Balfour Beatty, and has raised over $35 million USD in equity financing from prominent investors.

Aurigo

Corporate Round in 2020
Aurigo Software Technologies, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based software solutions that assist public and private infrastructure owners in efficiently planning, building, maintaining, and operating their capital investments. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, with additional offices in Canada and India, Aurigo offers its flagship Masterworks cloud platform, which automates various phases of the capital project lifecycle including capital planning, bidding, contract management, and asset maintenance. The company also provides Aurigo Essentials, a project management tool tailored for small to mid-sized public agencies. Aurigo's offerings encompass a range of functions such as forecasting, budgeting, scheduling, and document control. With more than $300 billion in capital programs managed and a client base exceeding 300 organizations across sectors like transportation, utilities, healthcare, and government, Aurigo's solutions are designed to enhance decision-making through advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies.

Factory_OS

Corporate Round in 2019
Factory OS, Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells modular re-locatable apartment buildings and residential homes, specializing in off-site construction. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Vallejo, California, the company offers a wide range of modular solutions, including multi-family residential homes, prefabricated townhouses, modular apartments, and various commercial structures such as office buildings and retail locations. Factory OS employs an integrated and tech-enabled approach to streamline the housing development process, focusing on reducing waste, controlling energy consumption, and enhancing building efficiency. The company is committed to innovation through an active research and development program that incorporates advancements in design, technology, and construction methods.

Rhumbix

Series B in 2019
Rhumbix, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a mobile platform aimed at enhancing construction field supervision. Founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, California, Rhumbix provides tools that ensure construction crews have access to necessary materials, equipment, and approved plans for their daily tasks. The platform facilitates real-time data capture from the field, allowing for efficient information flow to project managers. This capability enables data-driven insights that improve site safety and labor productivity. Additionally, the software streamlines field reporting, centralizes approvals, and connects various construction software systems, ultimately empowering foremen and work crews with performance feedback and aiding clients in achieving greater efficiency and profitability in their operations.

BuildingConnected

Acquisition in 2018
BuildingConnected, Inc. is a construction communication platform founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company specializes in bid management and cloud-based procurement services, allowing users to find, communicate, and share documents with general contractors and subcontractors. Its platform facilitates the pre-construction phase by enabling builders to send invitations to bid, manage bids, qualify vendors, and track opportunities. Additionally, BuildingConnected offers features such as performance analytics, a professional network for collaboration, and integrated cloud storage. It also provides data owners with tools to view portfolio performance and plan for future projects. As of January 2019, BuildingConnected operates as a subsidiary of Autodesk, Inc.

PlanGrid

Acquisition in 2018
PlanGrid, Inc. is a cloud-based construction document collaboration platform designed to enhance productivity in the construction industry. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company allows contractors and architects to share plans, markups, photos, and reports instantaneously across all project stakeholders. Its platform facilitates collaboration through desktop and mobile devices, enabling users to access project plans, specifications, and essential documents such as RFIs and punchlists in real time. PlanGrid's solution is utilized by major construction firms, streamlining the management of construction documentation and improving project efficiency. The company was previously known as Loupe, Inc. and is a subsidiary of Autodesk, Inc.

Assemble Systems

Acquisition in 2018
Assemble Systems, Inc. is a company specializing in web-based building information modeling (BIM) data management software. Its primary product, Assemble Insight, is a cloud-based platform designed for architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) firms, facilitating the extraction and management of BIM data to enhance project insight, collaboration, and data-driven decision-making. The platform provides features such as data inventory creation, real-time data synchronization, and sharing capabilities among project teams, thereby optimizing BIM software investments. Additionally, Assemble Systems offers workflows that improve organizational effectiveness in various areas, including estimating, construction change management, and budget management. The company also has a 3D bid management platform that enables general contractors to share project models with subcontractors. Founded in 2011 and based in Houston, Texas, Assemble Systems serves a diverse clientele, including academics, general contractors, and BIM/VDC managers. As of 2018, it operates as a subsidiary of Autodesk, Inc.

eSUB Construction Software

Series A in 2018
eSUB Inc. specializes in developing cloud-based construction management software tailored for subcontractors across various trades, including electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and drywall industries. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Diego, California, eSUB's software solutions encompass project management, time card management, corporate management, and resource management. The platform enables users to manage projects paperlessly from any device, ensuring that all documents, such as photos, drawings, and status reports, are centralized and accessible at any time and from any location. By collecting field data and managing site events, labor activities, material costs, and workforce information, eSUB empowers contractors to enhance productivity and streamline the completion of construction projects.

3D Robotics

Series D in 2017
3D Robotics, Inc. is a manufacturer of drones, specializing in advanced aerial technology for sectors such as construction, insurance, surveying, agriculture, utilities, telecommunications, and public safety. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, the company offers a range of products including the Solo motion control drone and Site Scan, a cloud-connected mobile application designed for autonomous inspections, scans, and surveys. Site Scan facilitates the creation of 2D maps and 3D models, while the company also provides the Pixhawk autopilot system for building unmanned aerial vehicles, along with various parts and accessories. 3D Robotics focuses on making drone technology accessible for data analysis and land mapping, enabling clients to collect accurate aerial data and transform it into actionable insights for informed decision-making at construction sites. The company distributes its products through resellers and its online store globally.

3D Robotics

Venture Round in 2016
3D Robotics, Inc. is a manufacturer of drones, specializing in advanced aerial technology for sectors such as construction, insurance, surveying, agriculture, utilities, telecommunications, and public safety. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, the company offers a range of products including the Solo motion control drone and Site Scan, a cloud-connected mobile application designed for autonomous inspections, scans, and surveys. Site Scan facilitates the creation of 2D maps and 3D models, while the company also provides the Pixhawk autopilot system for building unmanned aerial vehicles, along with various parts and accessories. 3D Robotics focuses on making drone technology accessible for data analysis and land mapping, enabling clients to collect accurate aerial data and transform it into actionable insights for informed decision-making at construction sites. The company distributes its products through resellers and its online store globally.

Skycatch

Series B in 2015
Skycatch, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in aerial data capture and 3D rendering, primarily for the construction and mining industries. Founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, the company develops the Evolution3 drone, designed for real-time data collection and analysis. Skycatch’s offerings include the Commander app, which allows users to operate the drone, and the Skycatch Dashboard, a software platform for data analysis and collaborative viewing. The company utilizes a blend of advanced hardware, software, and artificial intelligence to provide high-precision data rapidly and efficiently. In addition to its core products, Skycatch offers engineering support, training, and integration services, positioning itself as a leader in industrial data collection and analytics.

GRAITEC Group - Steel Products

Acquisition in 2013
GRAITEC is an Autodesk Platinum Partner in Europe and America and a long standing.

Firehole Composites

Acquisition in 2013
Firehole Composites is a provider of software tools and engineering services focused on enhancing composite design for clients in various industries. The company specializes in modeling and composite analysis software that aims to improve structural design and analysis using lightweight composite materials. By facilitating a collaborative and efficient workflow, Firehole Composites enables architects, engineers, and structural designers to innovate effectively and streamline their design processes.

Vela Systems

Acquisition in 2012
Vela Systems is a provider of software solutions designed to automate and enhance the execution and oversight of field activities in construction and capital projects. Its offerings cater to contractors, architects, engineers, and project owners by enabling jobsite users to access essential documents and perform various critical tasks directly from mobile devices. The software facilitates the completion of Quality Assurance/Quality Control inspections, worklists, punchlists, field reports, and updates to Building Information Models. Additionally, Vela Systems supports functionalities such as materials tracking, safety management, commissioning, and document synchronization. By streamlining these processes, customers typically save significant time—averaging 5-10 hours per week per user—and experience faster project delivery. The company’s solutions also help capture the true Cost of Quality and mitigate litigation risks through standardized documentation practices.

M-Six

Series A in 2012
M-SIX is a technology company that has developed the VEO platform, a design visualization application aimed at streamlining the processes involved in designing, constructing, and operating buildings and infrastructure. The platform organizes critical information, allowing architects, engineers, construction firms, and building owners to access essential project data efficiently. VEO is utilized on some of the world's most complex projects, including airports, hospitals, and semiconductor fabrication facilities. By providing a suite of tools that enhances collaboration and reduces the time needed to retrieve information, M-SIX supports clients in navigating the multifaceted demands of modern construction and infrastructure projects.

Horizontal Systems

Acquisition in 2011
Horizontal Glue is a Web-based building information modeling (BIM) solution for the construction industry that allows individuals to upload, merge, and browse building models eliminating incompatibility issues between different software platforms while facilitating collaboration among project participants.They develops and publishes building information modeling collaboration software. The Company's products allow architects, engineers, and construction companies to collaborate on projects via a cloud-based platform. Horizontal Systems markets its products globally to the architecture, engineering, and construction markets.

Vela Systems

Series B in 2010
Vela Systems is a provider of software solutions designed to automate and enhance the execution and oversight of field activities in construction and capital projects. Its offerings cater to contractors, architects, engineers, and project owners by enabling jobsite users to access essential documents and perform various critical tasks directly from mobile devices. The software facilitates the completion of Quality Assurance/Quality Control inspections, worklists, punchlists, field reports, and updates to Building Information Models. Additionally, Vela Systems supports functionalities such as materials tracking, safety management, commissioning, and document synchronization. By streamlining these processes, customers typically save significant time—averaging 5-10 hours per week per user—and experience faster project delivery. The company’s solutions also help capture the true Cost of Quality and mitigate litigation risks through standardized documentation practices.

PlanPlatform

Acquisition in 2009
PlanPlatform, formerly known as VisualTao, develops online software used to construct models collaboratively and exchange information online. VisualTao provides the online software that enables teams to collaboratively construct models and exchange information online

BIMWorld Assets

Acquisition in 2008
BIMWorld, a privately-owned business specializing in the production and distribution of branded BIM content for building product .

Ecotect

Acquisition in 2008
ECOTECT is an industry leading building analysis program that allows designers to work easily in 3D and apply all the tools necessary.

Intelisolve

Acquisition in 2007
Intelisolve is a specialized company focused on designing and developing hydrology and hydraulic analysis software. It provides civil engineering solutions that cater to land development and municipal engineering needs. The company's software is designed to be user-friendly and informative, helping clients effectively analyze and manage water-related projects. Through its innovative tools, Intelisolve aims to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of hydrological assessments for a variety of engineering applications.

Constructware

Acquisition in 2006
Constructware provides an on-demand environment for construction project management and collaboration.

Buzzsaw.com

Acquisition in 2001
Buzzsaw is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in online collaboration applications tailored for the building industry in the United States. It provides construction data management software designed to facilitate documentation and modeling for engineering and architecture projects. The company's tools are aimed at helping teams maintain project schedules and budgets, enhancing efficiency and communication throughout the construction process.

Buzzsaw.com

Series B in 2000
Buzzsaw is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in online collaboration applications tailored for the building industry in the United States. It provides construction data management software designed to facilitate documentation and modeling for engineering and architecture projects. The company's tools are aimed at helping teams maintain project schedules and budgets, enhancing efficiency and communication throughout the construction process.

Buzzsaw.com

Series A in 1999
Buzzsaw is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in online collaboration applications tailored for the building industry in the United States. It provides construction data management software designed to facilitate documentation and modeling for engineering and architecture projects. The company's tools are aimed at helping teams maintain project schedules and budgets, enhancing efficiency and communication throughout the construction process.

Softdesk

Acquisition in 1996
Softdesk develops and markets a family of fully integrated software products for the architectural, civil engineering and construction markets.

The Wild

The Wild is a cloud-connected extended reality (XR) platform that focuses on enhancing collaboration among architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) professionals. By enabling users to present, collaborate, and review projects in immersive and interactive environments, The Wild allows teams to work together in real time, regardless of their physical location. Its platform facilitates the effective communication of spatial concepts during design reviews, helping clients to make more informed decisions by experiencing designs collectively in a virtual space.
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