Quotr’s Classroom Impact at Vanderbilt

We recently sat down with Professor Minh (Minh Nghiem, P.E., M.E.) from Vanderbilt University, introduced through UC Berkeley Extension, to discuss how he is adopting Quotr in his classroom and teaching.

In the interview, we explore AI trends, his firsthand experience witnessing technology shifts across the construction industry, and how interacting with Quotr has influenced his teaching approach and increased student engagement.

Watch the interview here:

Throughout the conversation, Professor Minh reflects on the evolution of construction technology—from manual drafting to CAD to BIM—and explains why AI represents the next critical shift. Rather than replacing professionals, he sees tools like Quotr as empowering estimators and contractors by reducing overhead, accelerating takeoffs, and giving smaller firms a competitive edge.

Most importantly, he emphasizes preparing students early. By introducing AI-driven tools in the classroom, students gain confidence navigating emerging platforms, develop adaptability, and enter the workforce ready to leverage technology instead of fearing it. As Professor Minh notes, the future of AI in construction isn’t coming—it’s already here.

Published on the Quotr.ai blog. Quotr is an AI-powered construction estimation, takeoff, and procurement platform based in Berkeley, California.