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Material Procurement in Construction: Smart Tech for Specialty Contractors

Eric Helitzer on material procurement in construction.

In the fast-paced world of construction, efficiency isn’t just an advantage—it’s a necessity.

Yet, material procurement remains a bottleneck for many specialty contractors and distributors.

That’s where Eric Helitzer, CEO and co-founder of SubBase, is making an impact.

A third-generation builder with a Master’s in Building Construction Management from the University of Florida, Eric has spent his career optimizing project workflows.

After managing over $250M in construction operations, he identified a critical gap: outdated procurement methods that slow down projects and squeeze margins.

Enter SubBase—a procurement platform that streamlines the entire process without disrupting how vendors and contractors already work. In this episode, Eric shares why Florida is a prime hub for construction innovation, how technology is improving vendor relationships and sales and the role of automation in procurement—beyond emails and spreadsheets.

With real-time quoting, seamless vendor communication, and accounting integration, SubBase is helping teams move toward a smarter, more efficient future.

If you're in the AEC industry and looking to reduce friction, boost profitability, and improve procurement workflows, this episode is a must-listen.

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