Infrastructure Technology Podcast
The ITP examines how technology is revolutionizing the construction and transportation industries with interviews and reports from the field.
Episodes
On the Season 2 finale of the Infrastructure Technology Podcast, Gavin, Brandon, and Jessica are joined by Noah, who breaks down the U.S. transit industry’s zero-emission bus transition, including fleet size, propulsion types, infrastructure gaps, and the impact of tariffs. Returning guests Jay Wratten and Chris Harman from WSP review their 2025 technology predictions, discussing what came true and how AI, digital twins, USDOT requ...
In this episode of the Infrastructure Technology Podcast, the team dives into the city of Albuquerque’s new smart bus shelters—a project aimed at making transit safer, cleaner and more efficient for riders. Brandon Lewis interviews Bobby Sisneros, the deputy director of Albuquerque’s Transit Department, who explains how these shelters integrate technology and thoughtful design to improve the rider experience.
In this episode of the ITP, the team dives into fresh ridership data from the American Public Transportation Association, revealing that heavy rail has seen the strongest post-pandemic rebound. Later, Gavin Jenkins speaks with Steve Davidson, chief strategy officer at American Structurepoint, explains how technologies like virtual and augmented reality are enhancing collaboration, improving project accuracy and helping both stakeho...
In Episode 9 of the Infrastructure Technology Podcast, the team responds to listener emails before Brandon's interview with Dave Karwaski of UCLA Transportation, who outlines the university’s cutting-edge Sustainable Transportation Plan, including full bus fleet electrification, inductive charging technology and the integration of Waymo autonomous vehicles into campus life. The episode closes with Ileana’s Bunny Man Bridge urban le...
This week on the ITP, the team guesses which U.S. transit agencies led 2024’s bus ridership rankings before Virginia Lingham of WSP details how V2X technology is transforming roadway safety through connected infrastructure, collaboration and workforce innovation.
The ITP team brings back infrastructure-themed Two Truths and a Lie before Jacksonville Transportation Authority CEO Nat Ford discusses the city's NAVI autonomous vehicle pilot. Jacksonville's aging Skyway system was transformed into a 10-mile AV corridor while keeping safety and multimodal transportation access in mind.
The ITP team dives into two key discussions — bike lane safety and the evolving role of technology in construction. Scott Crozier, vice president of civil construction field systems at Trimble, discusses how technology like 3D modeling, GPS machine control and predictive analytics is helping contractors and state DOTs navigate economic volatility, extend asset life and modernize infrastructure.
The ITP team plays an infrastructure news-themed round of "What's the Word" and breaks down potholes, while guest Joe Marchiafava from STV discusses a pilot with the Chicago Transit Authority that uses AI-powered video analytics and edge computing to detect intrusions on rail tracks.
The ITP team starts and ends the episode with a transit-themed over-under game and listener emails. For this week's interview, Gavin Jenkins talks with Bentley Systems’ Ian Rosam and Joey LouAllen about OpenSite+, a next-gen AI-powered tool for site engineering that reduces project timelines and boosts collaboration through data-centric, cloud-based design.
The ITP team debuts a new Buy or Sell game this episode, playing both at the beginning and the end. Additionally, Mass Transit's Brandon Lewis interviews Michael Younan from Metrolink about wireless crossing near-side station technology.
The ITP team kicks off this episode with Roads & Bridges trivia before diving into an interview with Sean Poole of IntelliRoad. Poole breaks down the alarming scale of wrong-way driving crashes and how IntelliRoad’s AI- and LIDAR-powered IntelliConnect platform is working to prevent them with real-time detection and alerts. The episode wraps up with an explainer on bump outs, exploring how curb extensions and bus bulbs make str...
Season 2 of the Infrastructure Technology Podcast kicks off with new co-host, games and history segment. Brandon Lewis, associate editor of Mass Transit magazine, also interviews representatives from Hayden AI, the city of Sacramento and SacRT about their automated bike lane enforcement program, which equips buses with AI-powered cameras to detect illegal parking in bike lanes and bus stops.
In the season one finale of the Infrastructure Technology Podcast, hosts Gavin Jenkins, Brandon Lewis and Harlee Hewitt reflect on their inaugural season before Gavin interviews Brad Miller, senior product manager at AT&T. The pair discuss the company’s internet of things video intelligence technology, which aims to improve road safety, especially in rural and construction zones, by allowing cities and transportation agencies t...
Key Takeaways
· State DOTs are increasingly trusting of integrating crowd-sourced mobility data as it becomes more robust and comprehensive, offering greater temporal and spatial coverage than traditional sensors.
· New data types like origin-destination and volume data are emerging, but agencies must evaluate their credibility before relying on them for planning and funding decisions.
· Vehicle probe data, now collected from rough...
Key takeaways:
- Jake Bailosky developed OnStation to solve a specific pain point in the field: determining exact location on a project site. Inspired by golf yardage apps, the tool automates stationing for road workers and inspectors.
- The app immediately improved field efficiency by eliminating manual calculations and replacing measuring wheels—offering instant location data to crews and helping streamline project documentation...
Key Takeaways:
- By using unmanned aerial systems (UAS), the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) significantly reduces the need for crews and equipment on busy roadways, minimizing worker exposure to traffic and improving safety conditions.
- Drone-collected data is processed and delivered to engineers within 24 to 48 hours, allowing for rapid decision-mak...
- The Chicago Transit Authority’s (CTA) Second Chance Program helps returning residents and others with employment barriers gain one year of paid, supportive work experience, with a focus on long-term career development.
- The program has grown from 50 to 350 positions and includes technological resources, resume workshops, CDL prep and connections to both internal CTA roles and outside employment.
- The Regional Tra...
- Importance of infrastructure maintenance – Michigan DOT’s Ancillary Structures Program, supported by HNTB software, emphasizes the need for proactive inspections and maintenance of critical structures like bridges, overpasses and traffic signals.
- Risk mitigation – By assessing vulnerabilities, programs like the Ancillary Structures Program helps prevent structural failures, ensuring public safety and reducing cos...
In this episode of the Infrastructure Technology Podcast, Gavin Jenkins is joined by WSP’s digital leaders, Jay Wratten and Chris Harman, for a discussion on the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technology in infrastructure. They explore key trends in 2025, including AI's increasing implementation in transportation, predictive analytics for road and rail maintenance and the shift from 2D to 3D data mo...
Episode five of the Infrastructure Technology Podcast features an interview with Tyler Duvall, CEO and co-founder of Cavnue, who discusses the future of smart roadways and the I-94 CAV Corridor project in Michigan.
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