Buildots raises $45M to help companies track construction progress | TechCrunch
May 29, 2025 - techcrunch.com
Buildots, a Chicago-based startup founded in 2018, aims to revolutionize the construction industry using AI and computer vision. The company offers a platform that tracks construction progress through images captured by 360-degree cameras on managers' hard hats. This system not only observes but also forecasts potential delays and pacing issues, allowing teams to make informed decisions based on real-time data. Buildots' clientele includes major companies like Intel and around 50 construction firms. Recently, the company raised $45 million in a Series D funding round led by Qumra Capital, bringing its total funding to $166 million. The new funds will be used to expand its product to cover more stages of the construction lifecycle and enhance AI models for better project performance benchmarking.
Buildots is among the larger players in the AI construction space, with over 230 employees, and plans to expand its North American operations, focusing on R&D growth. The company differentiates itself with an operations-focused platform and a unique approach to performance management in construction. The recent funding not only accelerates Buildots' initiatives but also signifies market readiness for the transformation they offer. Other companies in the AI construction domain include BeamUp and Versatile, which also focus on data analysis and building design.
Key takeaways:
Buildots uses AI and computer vision to track construction progress through 360-degree cameras on managers' hard hats.
The platform offers predictive tools to alert teams about potential delays and pacing issues, enabling informed decision-making.
Buildots raised $45 million in a Series D funding round to expand its product and cover more stages of the construction lifecycle.
The company plans to expand its North American operations and grow its R&D teams, focusing on performance management in construction.
