Material Procurement in Construction: Smart Tech for Specialty Contractors
Material Procurement in Construction: Smart Tech for Specialty Contractors
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After managing over $250M in construction operations, he identified a critical gap: outdated procurement methods that slow down projects and squeeze margins.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.
Host
Eric Helitzer
Founder and CEO
Eric Helitzer is a third-generation builder, entrepreneur, and innovator in the construction industry.
With a Master’s in Building Construction Management from the University of Florida, he built his career leading high-impact projects across South Florida.
After years in operations, he founded SubBase, a game-changing platform that streamlines material procurement for specialty contractors and distributors—without disrupting their workflow.
As CEO, Eric is bridging the gap between construction and technology, helping teams simplify procurement, enhance efficiency, and take control of their margins.
Valentin Noves
CEO at e-verse
A versatile leader with broad exposure to projects and procedures and an in-depth understanding of technology services and product development. He has a tremendous passion for working in teams driven to provide remarkable software development services that disrupt the status quo. He is a creative problem solver who is equally comfortable rolling up his sleeves or leading teams with a make-it-happen attitude.
Samuel Barcenas
BIM Consultant Founder of AVES
A highly motivated and experienced architect with a proven track record of success in designing and delivering innovative and sustainable buildings. He is also a BIM expert with a deep understanding of how to use technology to improve the efficiency and quality of the design and construction process.
Valentin Noves
I'm a versatile leader with broad exposure to projects and procedures and an in-depth understanding of technology services/product development. I have a tremendous passion for working in teams driven to provide remarkable software development services that disrupt the status quo. I am a creative problem solver who is equally comfortable rolling up my sleeves or leading teams with a make-it-happen attitude.
