AI in Action: Practical Uses for AEC Professionals
Discover how AI can immediately improve your design and construction practices! This conference delivers practical, hands-on strategies for integrating cutting-edge AI tools into your practice. We will explore how AI can revolutionize your project planning, design collaboration, and construction management while enhancing processes like contract drafting and risk assessment. Harness AI’s power now to boost productivity, slash costs, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance across your projects. After the program, enjoy meeting the speakers and networking with your colleagues.
New this year! Members can register a Nonmember guest at a reduced rate. Simply choose the bundle option when registering.
Note:
- Only CI members can access the special bundle rate.
- Nonmember guests can not have been a member or employed by a member company for at least 3 years.
- Contact CI (admin@construction.org) if you have questions.
Meet the Panelists
The finishing touches are being put on this year's slate of panelists. Want a sneak peek?
Jamie Barr
Principal
Langan
Michael Kyes
Senior Associate,
Architecture Dept Lead
SMMA
Danielle O’Connell
Partner
Skanska USA Building
Stephen Piper
Partner
IBM Consulting
More panelists to be announced soon. Learn more about the panelists!
Thank You to our Sponsors!
Agenda
| November 5 | |
| 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Program |
| 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Reception |
| Price | |
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Member Registration
Registration Ends 10/8/25 at 12:01 AM EST
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$140.00 |
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Nonmember Registration
Registration Ends 10/8/25 at 12:01 AM EST
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$175.00 |
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Member & Nonmember guest bundle
Registration Ends 10/8/25 at 12:01 AM EST
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$265.00 |
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Municipal, Gov't & University Member
Registration Ends 10/8/25 at 12:01 AM EST
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$115.00 |
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Municipal, Gov't & University Nonmember
Registration Ends 10/8/25 at 12:01 AM EST
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$150.00 |
| Price | |
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Panel
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$4,000.00 |
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Videography
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$3,000.00 |
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Notebook
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$2,500.00 |
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Hors d'oeuvres
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$2,250.00 |
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Pen
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$2,000.00 |
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Cocktails
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$1,750.00 |
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Table Display
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$1,500.00 |
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Coffee Station
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$1,000.00 |
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Student & Tradesperson
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$750.00 |
Product Add-ons
| Add-ons | Price |
|---|---|
| AI in Action Underwriter View Product | $500.00 |
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Meet the Panelists!
Michael Kyes
Senior Associate, Architecture Department Lead
SMMA
Michael Kyes, AIA, is an architect, educator, and researcher forging the future of design and construction by rethinking how we create, collaborate, and learn. Over the past 30 years, Kyes’ work has evolved from hands-on architectural practice to shaping the systems, cultures, and platforms that define design in the AEC industry. His experience spans housing, hospitality, life sciences, commerce, education, and humanitarian projects.
As the Architecture Department Lead at SMMA, Kyes has fostered a diverse and research-driven design studio for the past 10 years. Over the course of his career, he has seen the evolution of practice firsthand - from the drafting board to early AutoCAD, collaborative BIM, computational design, immersive environments, and now AI-enhanced design workflows. As a graduate-level educator, co-Lead of the BSA's Visualizing Design knowledge community and founder of DSCVR - an immersive (VR/ AR) training platform connecting design and construction knowledge with real-time learning - Kyes is working to transform how the current and next generation of architects and builders grow into the profession. He believes innovation in our profession is not just about new tools; it is about reshaping the mindset and culture of practice - how we imagine, how we collaborate, and how we pass knowledge forward.
Danielle O’Connell
Senior Director
Skanska USA Building
Danielle O’Connell serves as Senior Director for the emerging technology team at Skanska USA Building, a leading construction firm in the U.S. She focuses on the integration of new technologies into design and construction processes to improve project outcomes. Through business partnerships and client facing services, she helps teams by implementing BIM and technology applications throughout the project lifecycle, applying reality capture tools and developing customized deliverables to meet the needs of the client and project team. With over 16 years in the AEC industry, O’Connell’s experience in both BIM/VDC and project and program management, provide a wealth of knowledge surrounding building system constructability and serviceability requirements. Prior to joining Skanska, she served as manager of the Design Technologies Integration Group at the Massachusetts Port Authority and held roles at Bluebeam, Gilbane Building Company and Consigli Construction..
Stephen Piper
Partner
IBM Consulting
Moderating the panel discussion, Stephen Piper is an accomplished sales executive and technology strategist with over 20 years of experience driving business transformation, enhancing operational efficiency, and leading high-performing teams. As a Partner at IBM Consulting, Piper specializes in digital twin solutions, data transformation strategies, and enterprise AI/ML deployment for state and local governments. His extensive background includes leading global sales analytics initiatives, streamlining IBM's internal operations, and fostering strategic partnerships with public sector clients. Piper holds an MBA from Brown University & Instituto de Empresa. He is a recognized leader with multiple awards, including the Gold Stevie™ Award and CIO Top 100™ Award.
More speakers announced soon!
Cancellation Policy
Please note our updated cancellation policy, reflective of venue and vendor deadlines. Cancellations must be made 10 business days prior to the start of the series in order to be eligible for a refund. If amount is outstanding, the entire amount will still be due to The Construction Institute. Substitutions may be made before the start date of any event. Events may be rescheduled due to severe weather. We reserve the right to cancel due to insufficient enrollment, in which case event fees will be refunded in full.
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