Yuri Galeev of Constructo: Reinventing Permitting for the Digital Age
Yuri Galeev, founder and CEO of Constructo, is transforming one of the most outdated parts of the construction industry: permitting. With over 15 years of experience, Yuri saw firsthand how slow, fragmented, and frustrating the traditional pre-construction process can be. His solution? A fully online, tech-powered approach that streamlines architectural design, engineering, and permit submission—all in one seamless platform.
Top 5 Takeaways from Yuri’s Episode:
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Permitting Is Broken—and It's Costing Us
Traditional permitting can take 6–12 months and eat up to 30% of project time and budget. Constructo cuts through the red tape. -
Fully Remote, Fully Scalable
Using Matterport’s 3D scanning tech and a national technician network, Constructo handles everything from measurements to city submissions—without ever stepping on-site. -
Yuri Embraced Delegation to Scale
Early on, Yuri realized his hands-on approach was creating production bottlenecks. Letting go and trusting his team unlocked massive growth. -
Built for Homeowners and Pros
Whether you’re remodeling your home or managing multiple jobs as a contractor, Constructo simplifies the entire pre-construction workflow. -
Proof of Concept: 695% Growth
In just a year, Constructo expanded from the Bay Area to all of California—with nationwide expansion on the horizon.
Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oe895ojK7cQ
Memorable Quote:
We’re not just fixing permitting—we’re helping fix the housing crisis by making pre-construction 30% faster and more affordable.