Suffolk Technologies

Suffolk Technologies, established in 2019 and headquartered in Boston, is a venture capital investment firm focused on the built environment. It invests in early and growth-stage startups across real estate, architecture, engineering, construction, and smart cities, with a particular interest in proptech companies working on automation, sustainability, and other innovative solutions. The firm leverages its parent company, Suffolk Construction's, industry expertise and network to support and accelerate the growth of its portfolio companies. Suffolk Technologies aims to foster a more productive and sustainable future by deploying capital, resources, and networks to help daring founders scale their technologies.

Jit Kee Chin

Chief Data and Innovation Officer, Executive Vice President

Diana Swenton

Vice President, Venture Capital

Puneet Mahajan

Executive Vice President and CFO

Chris Mayer

Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation Officer

Parker Mundt

Director of Platform

Tony Rango

President, West Region

Mack Rush

Senior Associate of Emerging Technologies

Noah Sadhwani

Venture Capital Investment Analyst

Wan Li Zhu

Co-Founder and Managing Director

42 past transactions

Sourgum Waste

Series A in 2025
Sourgum Waste is a waste management company focused on sustainable practices aimed at reducing landfill waste. It offers a range of services, including trash collection, dumpster rental, waste disposal, and roll-off dumpsters specifically designed for construction and demolition projects. By providing easy online ordering and transparent pricing, Sourgum Waste enables clients to implement effective waste disposal systems, thereby promoting environmental sustainability.

Trayd

Seed Round in 2025
Trayd is a construction payroll platform that offers time-tracking, payroll automation, and people management serives.

Kaya Pay

Pre Seed Round in 2025
Kaya Pay is a developer of a materials procurement and financing platform intended for construction projects.

Trunk Tools

Series A in 2024
Trunk Tools is a company that provides an AI-driven platform aimed at automating workflows specific to the construction industry. By focusing on enhancing team efficiency, Trunk Tools supports various users, including superintendents and project managers, in streamlining operations at job sites. The platform is designed to manage construction data effectively, offering real-time data accessibility and seamless integration. With features that promote workplace security and safety, Trunk Tools enables construction teams to reduce waste, improve efficiency, minimize rework, and mitigate delays, ultimately leading to more productive project execution.

Paces

Series A in 2024
Paces is developing a data platform aimed at enhancing the development and operation of green infrastructure projects. By providing actionable data signals across 3,500 U.S. counties, the platform encompasses a variety of critical information, including environmental, permitting, zoning, interconnection data, and competition risks. Additionally, Paces offers modeled signals that assess climate risks, profitability forecasts, and parcel rankings. This granular data is tailored to specific land parcels and green infrastructure assets, enabling developers, operators, and investors to make informed decisions about profitable construction and investment in sustainable projects.

Higharc

Series B in 2024
Higharc, Inc. is a technology company based in Durham, North Carolina, founded in 2018. It offers a comprehensive web platform designed for homebuilders and new homebuyers, focusing on three-dimensional home design and customization. The platform allows users to create tailored home designs while managing plans, standards, and options within a single interface. It provides accurate materials lists and generates permit-ready construction documents, streamlining the building process. By enabling builders to design and sell homes in 3D, Higharc aims to enhance the efficiency of design, construction, and sales, ultimately reducing material waste and costly errors. The company's mission is to support builders in creating high-quality homes and communities in a more affordable manner.

Kroo

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Modern data management software for the construction industry

ediphi

Seed Round in 2023
Ediphi is a developer of a cloud-based estimating software designed to enhance preconstruction processes and facilitate informed decision-making. The platform centralizes procurement and specializes in both conceptual and detailed cost estimating, providing clients with a comprehensive understanding of project costs and financial viability. By offering contextual insights and various options for cost exploration, Ediphi enables users to navigate the complexities of project planning efficiently, from the initial ideation phase to the commencement of construction.

Handle

Venture Round in 2023
Handle, Inc. is a software development company based in La Jolla, California, specializing in workflow management solutions tailored for the construction industry. Founded in 2011, the company offers a comprehensive software application that integrates to-do lists, emails, and calendars to streamline task management. Handle's technology addresses critical challenges such as late payments and access to capital, providing automation tools for lien management, deadline tracking, and documentation management. The software is widely adopted by Fortune 500 material suppliers and contractors, who rely on it for efficient handling of online payments, waivers, and lien management, ultimately ensuring that contractors and suppliers receive timely payments. Handle, Inc. was previously known as handl, inc. and officially rebranded in 2012.

Augmenta

Seed Round in 2023
Augmenta is motivated by the belief that generative methods enable a revolution in the way people function and approach. They provide the construction industry with the ability to design buildings more efficiently and at a lower cost, enabling a future of sustainable buildings, cities, and infrastructure. Their designs are NEC and customer specification compliant, use real parts, are fully constructible and optimized for prefabrication.

PLOT

Seed Round in 2023
PLOT combines Logistic Mapping, Delivery Coordination, and Lead Time Management to take away the arduous and low-level tasks that Construction teams hate.

Measurabl

Series D in 2023
Measurabl, Inc. is a San Diego-based company that specializes in developing a cloud-based software platform for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) data management, primarily focused on the commercial real estate sector. Founded in 2013, Measurabl's platform enables clients to efficiently collect and analyze non-financial data related to utility usage, waste management, and travel. The software facilitates the creation of investment-grade sustainability reports and provides alerts for improvement opportunities, allowing organizations to benchmark their performance and enhance their ESG initiatives. By empowering customers to assess physical climate risk and drive decarbonization, Measurabl supports the pursuit of sustainable finance opportunities and overall optimization of ESG performance.

Qualis Flow

Series A in 2023
Qualis Flow Limited is a construction technology company based in London, United Kingdom, established in 2018. It offers the Q.Flow platform, which assists construction teams in tracking, analyzing, and responding to environmental risks. By integrating data from various external systems, the platform facilitates the connection of traditional data within the framework of the Internet of Things. Qualis Flow aims to help contractors and major projects effectively manage their social and environmental impact, enabling better communication with stakeholders. Through automated data collection and analysis, the Q.Flow platform allows contractors to save time, reduce costs, and enhance their reputation in their local communities. The company is currently collaborating with early adopters during its development phase.

CalcTree

Pre Seed Round in 2022
CalcTree is a developer of a calculation management platform that aims to enhance efficiency in the engineering design and construction process. By integrating engineering teams, designs, and calculations, CalcTree addresses the challenges of data fragmentation and complexity that often plague traditional methods. The platform focuses on organizing and leveraging calculations and designs, facilitating a more streamlined approach to project management. By adopting a building information model, CalcTree enables clients to optimize their calculations and maintain easy access to connected data sets, ultimately minimizing time and reducing errors in project execution.

Moxion Power

Series B in 2022
Moxion Power is a developer of zero-emission generators and off-road equipment, focusing on providing sustainable energy solutions to various sectors, including construction, events and entertainment, utilities, electric vehicle fleet operators, and government agencies. The company specializes in temporary mobile power units that operate on electric power and feature automatic swapping functionality. This innovative approach allows clients to meet their temporary energy requirements in an environmentally friendly manner, thereby promoting cleaner energy usage across multiple industries.

Kojo

Series C in 2022
Kojo is a cloud-based construction management software company that provides an all-in-one platform for contractors to manage their material and inventory needs. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, Kojo's system focuses on streamlining materials management and procurement processes, enhancing profitability for construction companies. By integrating various stakeholders, including field teams, procurement, and distributors, Kojo simplifies the supply chain through automation, facilitating the ordering and tracking of materials. This approach enables contractors to ensure timely delivery of materials to job sites, thereby improving operational efficiency.

AirWorks

Venture Round in 2022
AirWorks Solutions, LLC, established in 2017 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in providing innovative aerial mapping and surveying solutions for the construction industry. The company leverages AI-powered technology to automate the creation of maps and site plans from aerial data, addressing a significant data bottleneck in the pre-construction process. AirWorks' offerings include proprietary processing software, 3D modeling for Building Information Modeling (BIM) software, engineering support, and quality control services. Its solutions have been adopted by leading civil engineering companies, demonstrating its position as an industry leader in automated mapping. Originally spun out of MIT in 2018, AirWorks aims to serve as the foundational geospatial analytics platform for various industries.

Outbuild

Venture Round in 2022
Outbuild is a developer of web-based construction scheduling and planning software that enhances the management of engineering projects through agile methodologies. Its platform facilitates the creation of comprehensive construction schedules, enabling trade partners to organize their daily and weekly activities while effectively managing resources. By improving coordination among stakeholders at every stage of a construction project, Outbuild helps general contractors ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget. The software provides real-time insights, allowing clients to monitor project progress and identify areas for improvement, ultimately contributing to more efficient and successful project execution.

Felux

Series A in 2022
Felux is a B2B marketplace and supply chain platform specifically designed for the mining industry. The company provides a comprehensive suite of services that includes procurement solutions and supply chain management. Its platform facilitates the buying and selling of industrial products, allowing users to source, procure, ship, finance, and analyze transactions related to steel and other materials in one centralized location. This digital approach enables suppliers to efficiently manage their selling and distribution processes while enhancing commerce within the industrial sector.

Pulley

Seed Round in 2022
Pulley is a specialized platform focused on streamlining the construction permitting process. It offers tailored workflows and localized requirements, enabling developers, contractors, and architects to obtain permits more efficiently. By providing a comprehensive overview of the permitting process and tracking review times, Pulley helps users meet deadlines and reduces delays that can hinder construction projects. Trusted by leading builders, the platform supports a range of projects, from single-family homes to complex commercial developments, effectively addressing a significant bottleneck in the construction industry.

Rugged Robotics

Series A in 2022
Rugged Robotics Inc. is a Houston-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in developing robotic platforms tailored for the commercial construction industry. The company focuses on intelligent automation technologies designed to enhance productivity and efficiency on construction sites. One of its key products, the Mark I, marks architectural and engineering designs directly onto concrete floors, thereby assisting construction workers with precise layout tasks. This robotic solution not only replaces traditional manual methods, which are often slow and prone to errors, but also offers a layout-as-a-service model, enabling contractors to access these technologies without significant upfront investment. Through its innovative hardware-enabled solutions, Rugged Robotics addresses specific challenges within the construction sector, ultimately saving time and reducing costs for contractors.

Placemakr

Venture Round in 2022
Placemakr is an alternative lodging service established in 2017 in Washington, D.C. by Jason Fudin. The company operates pop-up hotels within newly constructed luxury apartment buildings, offering fully furnished apartments that blend the comforts of home with hotel services and amenities. Placemakr's platform allows users to browse and book these accommodations, turning vacant apartments into short-term lodging options. This innovative model de-risks the lease-up phase for multifamily developers by creating an additional revenue stream while enhancing the appeal of the residential properties for existing residents.

BRUNT Workwear

Series B in 2022
BRUNT Workwear is a consumer brand that provides work boots and clothing. The company's product line includes abrasion-resistant boots, apparel, socks, insoles, hats, and gear made of moisture-wicking materials.

WINT

Series B in 2022
WINT is a company focused on advanced solutions for smart water management and control, specializing in leak detection and prevention. Utilizing artificial intelligence and pattern matching technologies, WINT's systems identify and stop leaks at their source, effectively mitigating the risks of water damage from broken pipes or malfunctioning water systems. Their technology provides valuable insights into water usage, enabling customers to reduce consumption by up to 25% and identify potential water waste. The company serves a diverse clientele, including commercial and industrial facilities, offices, and residential properties, helping protect global real estate portfolios while promoting water conservation and reducing associated carbon emissions. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in New York, WINT aims to revolutionize water management practices worldwide.

Nyfty.ai

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Nyfty.ai is a technology company focused on automating workflows in the construction industry through the development of AI-driven assistant bots. These bots utilize task-specific Natural Language Understanding to streamline communication and coordination among project stakeholders. By employing tools such as SMS, QR codes, and digital passes, Nyfty.ai enables construction firms to automate daily logs, ensure job site compliance, and enhance safety processes. The company’s solutions not only facilitate real-time information exchange but also monitor compliance and engage subcontractors and staff, thereby reducing the manual effort traditionally required in construction management. Through these innovations, Nyfty.ai aims to significantly improve efficiency and reduce the costs associated with construction operations.

BRUNT Workwear

Series A in 2021
BRUNT Workwear is a consumer brand that provides work boots and clothing. The company's product line includes abrasion-resistant boots, apparel, socks, insoles, hats, and gear made of moisture-wicking materials.

Diamond Age

Seed Round in 2021
Diamond Age is a company focused on automating the home construction process within the production housing industry. By leveraging advanced technologies such as 3D printing, mechatronics, and robotics, Diamond Age aims to address significant labor shortages and enhance efficiency in construction. The company's Robotics-as-a-Service system streamlines the building process, reducing construction timelines from approximately nine months to just thirty days. Additionally, Diamond Age collaborates with landholders to simplify the supply chain, enabling more affordable housing options for home buyers. Through its innovative approach, the company seeks to unlock substantial growth potential in the housing market.

Kojo

Series B in 2021
Kojo is a cloud-based construction management software company that provides an all-in-one platform for contractors to manage their material and inventory needs. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, Kojo's system focuses on streamlining materials management and procurement processes, enhancing profitability for construction companies. By integrating various stakeholders, including field teams, procurement, and distributors, Kojo simplifies the supply chain through automation, facilitating the ordering and tracking of materials. This approach enables contractors to ensure timely delivery of materials to job sites, thereby improving operational efficiency.

Flex

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Flex is a financial technology company that offers an end-to-end finance platform that integrates business and personal finance management. Their services include business banking with zero monthly fees, 1% cashback on eligible purchases, and high-yield accounts with up to 2.99% APY on idle cash. They provide a business credit card featuring 0% interest for 60 days on eligible purchases, unlimited cashback, and flexible rewards. Flex also offers accounts payable automation with features like fraud prevention, AI-powered bill scanning, and real-time payment tracking. Additionally, their platform supports global payments across over 180 countries in 32 currencies, catering to businesses with international operations.

Canvas

Series B in 2021
Canvas, founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, California, is a construction robotics company that specializes in developing and manufacturing machinery for the construction industry. Utilizing machine learning technology, Canvas has created robots designed to install drywall efficiently at construction sites. This innovative approach enhances the quality, speed, and predictability of drywall finishing, allowing skilled workers to operate these advanced machines. By redefining traditional construction processes, Canvas aims to improve project outcomes and elevate the overall efficiency of construction operations.

HqO

Series C in 2021
HqO, Inc. operates a Software-as-a-Service tenant engagement platform tailored for commercial real estate professionals. The platform enables landlords to foster community and enhance tenant experiences by providing a mobile application that connects tenants to building amenities and each other, as well as integrating with building systems. It allows tenants to access features such as building entry via smartphone, shuttle tracking, and food ordering. Additionally, HqO's offerings include analytics, mobile access, transit data, alerts, and smart building solutions. The company serves a diverse clientele, including property owners, asset managers, property managers, real estate brokers, and tenants. Founded in 2015 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, HqO also has offices in London and Paris. The company was previously known as VentureApp Inc. before rebranding in January 2018.

Kojo

Series A in 2020
Kojo is a cloud-based construction management software company that provides an all-in-one platform for contractors to manage their material and inventory needs. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, Kojo's system focuses on streamlining materials management and procurement processes, enhancing profitability for construction companies. By integrating various stakeholders, including field teams, procurement, and distributors, Kojo simplifies the supply chain through automation, facilitating the ordering and tracking of materials. This approach enables contractors to ensure timely delivery of materials to job sites, thereby improving operational efficiency.

Trade Hounds

Seed Round in 2020
Trade Hounds, Inc. is a Boston-based company that develops and operates a mobile application designed for skilled tradespeople in the construction industry. The application serves as a platform for construction workers, including electricians, carpenters, HVAC technicians, and plumbers, allowing them to share their work experiences, connect with peers nationwide, and build professional profiles. Users can store and organize work photos, seek advice, and access tips to enhance their skills. Founded in 2015, Trade Hounds aims to foster a community among tradespeople and provide valuable resources to support their professional growth and development.

BRUNT Workwear

Seed Round in 2020
BRUNT Workwear is a consumer brand that provides work boots and clothing. The company's product line includes abrasion-resistant boots, apparel, socks, insoles, hats, and gear made of moisture-wicking materials.

Placemakr

Series B in 2019
Placemakr is an alternative lodging service established in 2017 in Washington, D.C. by Jason Fudin. The company operates pop-up hotels within newly constructed luxury apartment buildings, offering fully furnished apartments that blend the comforts of home with hotel services and amenities. Placemakr's platform allows users to browse and book these accommodations, turning vacant apartments into short-term lodging options. This innovative model de-risks the lease-up phase for multifamily developers by creating an additional revenue stream while enhancing the appeal of the residential properties for existing residents.

OpenSpace

Series A in 2019
OpenSpace is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2017. It specializes in automated 360-degree video job site capture and mapping, providing construction professionals with advanced photo documentation software that captures images every half-second and links them to project plans. The company's core offering utilizes artificial intelligence to generate complete, navigable photo representations of construction sites, significantly enhancing data capture speed compared to traditional methods. Additionally, OpenSpace offers the Clear Sight product suite, which incorporates AI-powered analytics to quantify project progress, facilitating better collaboration among builders and minimizing risks associated with text-based workflows.

Newmetrix

Series A in 2019
Newmetrix is a technology company that specializes in a cloud-based video management platform aimed at reducing risks on construction sites through the integration of human and artificial intelligence. The platform employs machine learning to analyze images and videos from construction projects, categorizing them with construction-specific tags. This functionality addresses key challenges related to the management, collaboration, search, and analysis of industrial visual content, thereby enhancing safety and operational efficiency for clients in the construction industry.

nPlan

Seed Round in 2018
nPlan Limited is a London-based company that specializes in artificial intelligence-driven construction project management software. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on providing schedule certainty by utilizing machine learning technology to analyze extensive datasets of construction schedules. Its platform highlights potential risks by identifying gaps in task performance patterns and offers suggestions for optimal execution paths. Additionally, nPlan's software addresses residual issues with tailored recommendations and provides statistical risk attribution for individual activities, enabling clients to better understand uncertainties and manage risks associated with their projects. This innovative approach enhances clients' ability to effectively navigate challenges and seize opportunities within the construction industry.

Envelope City

Seed Round in 2016
Envelope City, Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in developing a 3D platform designed to enhance professional zoning services and property acquisitions. Founded in 2015, the company leverages a combination of public and proprietary data along with advanced mapping engines to provide real-time insights on various properties and land assemblages. Envelope City's software facilitates legal-quality analysis and architecture-quality visualizations, enabling real estate professionals to efficiently assess development potential and run various zoning scenarios. By streamlining the analytical process, the company aims to reduce both the time and costs associated with real estate development assessments.

EquipmentShare

Seed Round in 2014
EquipmentShare is a construction solutions provider focused on addressing industry challenges through innovative technology and equipment rental services. Founded in 2015, the company utilizes its cloud-connected platform, T3, which integrates telematics and machine hardware to provide construction and industrial companies with real-time insights into their jobsite operations. This enterprise suite of applications is compatible with various equipment brands, allowing fleet managers to monitor assets, prevent theft, and optimize machine utilization while facilitating maintenance and minimizing downtime. With a workforce of approximately 4,000 employees and 153 facilities, EquipmentShare is committed to delivering exceptional value to its customers and enhancing operational efficiency for construction professionals. The company's diverse locations include service yards, research and development sites, and dealerships, reflecting its response to the growing demand for both equipment and digital solutions in the construction industry.

Sublime Systems

Sublime Systems is a company focused on decarbonizing cement production through innovative technology that simultaneously generates green hydrogen and reduces carbon emissions. Their approach employs an electrochemical method powered by clean, renewable energy, effectively eliminating CO2 emissions while preserving the essential characteristics and chemistry of the cement. This technology allows builders and consumers to actively participate in the transition towards a sustainable and renewable future, aligning with global efforts to mitigate climate change.

CalcTree

CalcTree is a developer of a calculation management platform that aims to enhance efficiency in the engineering design and construction process. By integrating engineering teams, designs, and calculations, CalcTree addresses the challenges of data fragmentation and complexity that often plague traditional methods. The platform focuses on organizing and leveraging calculations and designs, facilitating a more streamlined approach to project management. By adopting a building information model, CalcTree enables clients to optimize their calculations and maintain easy access to connected data sets, ultimately minimizing time and reducing errors in project execution.
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