The SubBase Show is where construction gets real about productivity, technology, and the bottom line. Hosted by industry veterans and forward-thinking builders, each episode unpacks the hidden costs dragging subcontractors down from broken field-to-office communication to manual procurement and outdated AP workflows.
Through candid conversations with leaders like Marcus Spiegelberg of Douglas Orr Plumbing, and insights from tech experts like Brian Kian of Foundation Software, we explore how smart contractors are buying back time, cutting waste, and turning chaos into control. Whether you're a project manager, foreman, or owner looking to run leaner and scale smarter, this show gives you the strategies, tools, and real-world examples to get it done.
Because in construction, time really is money, and we're here to help you stop losing both.
7 Steps to Automating Your Approval Workflows | Automation Made Simple
Most construction companies are used to tracking their workflows through manual methods. But in today’s world, automation is essential to stay on top of growing demands.
Eric Helitzer breaks why automated approval systems are critical for modern construction teams. He talks about why automation is changing the game for construction, and how SubBase can make your transition as smooth as possible. The goal: more efficient workflows, fewer errors, and better visibility.
SubBase provides an easy 7-step framework for adapting to automated workflows, which Eric covers in his conversation. Whether you’re new to the construction world or a seasoned manager, this episode has something for everyone.
Chapters
[Start] The Truth About Manual Workflows: Eric talks about the inconsistencies and errors that come from manual workflows.
02:08 SubBase’s 7-Step Framework to Automation: A look at the framework SubBase provides to help your transition into automation happen seamlessly.
05:06 Common Mistakes to Avoid: Five common pitfalls with automation, and how to avoid them.
05:46 A Real-World Example: How automation can look for your company based on this real-world example.
Links and Resources
SubBase Website (https://www.subbase.io)
Eric Helitzer on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/erichelitzer)
Want a demo? Book here. (https://www.subbase.io/subbase-demo)
5 May 2026
7 Steps to Streamlining RFQs | Improving Your Procurement with SubBase
Eric Helitzer breaks down one of the most critical parts of the construction process: the request for quote (RFQ). While RFQs are essential for gathering bids and selecting subcontractors, many teams still rely on outdated documentation methods. The result is a fragmented workflow that creates unnecessary delays, limits visibility, and increases the risk of costly mistakes before a project even begins.
Eric walks listeners through a smarter, more structured approach to RFQs that transforms them from a manual task into a strategic advantage. This framework allows companies to improve procurement outcomes by moving from a reactive approach to proactive planning, strengthening margins, and streamlining operations.
Chapters
[Start] The Problem with Traditional RFQs: Eric introduces the episode and the problems with traditional RFQs.
01:04 The Cost of Fragmented Data: How inconsistent and scattered data can negatively impact your business performance.
02:33 The 7-Step Framework for Streamlined RFQs: A structured approach that transforms RFQs into a strategic process.
05:32 The Payoff of Streamlined RFQs: The benefits of streamlining your RFQ process that help your entire company.
06:35 Episode Recap: A recap of the episode’s information and where to access resources on SubBase’s website.
Links and Resources
SubBase Website (https://www.subbase.io)
Eric Helitzer on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/erichelitzer)
Want a demo? Book here. (https://www.subbase.io/subbase-demo)
28 Apr 2026
Billing Decoded | Three Things That Are Shaping Modern Construction Procurement
Eric Helitzer discusses an often overlooked aspect of construction operations: pricing strategy. As the industry evolves, companies are facing increasing complexity in cost structure and management and traditional pricing models are no longer sufficient. Eric breaks down why many firms struggle with fragmented data, and what needs to change to stay competitive.
He introduces a strategic approach to procurement pricing strategy, centered around three key concepts. By rethinking how costs are aligned, construction companies can move from reactive decision-making to proactive financial control. This episode offers a clear framework for pricing strategy, helping teams forecast more accurately and operate with greater confidence.
Chapters
[Start] The Complexity of Construction Pricing: Eric introduces the growing challenges of cost tracking and forecasting.
01:36 Why Traditional Pricing Models Fall Short: A look at construction pricing and why static models no longer reflect real-world cost fluctuations.
02:44 Three Keys to Procurement: Three core concepts reshaping procurement strategy.
04:12 A Four-Phase Framework: A four-phase process to help align your pricing systems with operations.
05:40 Final Recap: A recap of pricing strategies and pitfalls to avoid.
Links and Resources
SubBase Website (https://www.subbase.io)
Eric Helitzer on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/erichelitzer)
Want a demo? Book here. (https://www.subbase.io/subbase-demo)
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