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Supply Chain Expert Answers Construction Procurement Questions | Ask the Expert

Construction procurement — especially for large, complex, and expensive equipment — remains one of the most fragmented and high-risk areas of project delivery. In this episode of Ask the Expert on the Building Conversations podcast, Dave Hamilton, Senior Vice President of Construction Procurement Solutions at STO Building Group, breaks down why traditional procurement methods fall short and what a more controlled approach looks like. Topics covered include why equipment procurement is so difficult to manage, what clients should ask their general contractor before a project begins, how working directly with manufacturers affects cost and scheduling, the role of technology and digital tracking in procurement visibility, and how Construction Procurement Solutions structures its process around choices and control. This episode is for owners, developers, and construction professionals looking to reduce procurement risk and gain greater certainty on project timelines and costs. 00:00 Introduction 00:26 Why Equipment Procurement Is So Challenging 01:32 What Clients Should Ask Their Contractor 02:46 Manufacturer-Direct vs. Subcontractor Procurement 03:58 Using Technology to Track and Manage Equipment 04:47 What Is Construction Procurement Solutions