Ryan Hoggatt, Director of Manufacturing at UMC, is a dynamic and seasoned technologist at the forefront of innovation, spearheading UMC's manufacturing and virtual construction strategy, standards, and operations. Renowned for his avid commitment to developing common data platforms across diverse disciplines, Ryan harnesses the power of automation in inventive ways, leveraging integration and extracting actionable insights from BIM models to drive transformative workflows. His visionary leadership has earned him recognition, including the prestigious 2024 MCAA MEP Innovator of the Year Award, which recognizes his outstanding contributions to the construction industry in the areas of efficiency, productivity, and innovation. He consistently shares his knowledge through speaking engagements and articles as he works toward continuous improvement in manufacturing in the construction industry. He is known for pioneering solutions that optimize project delivery methods, ensuring projects remain on schedule, budgets stay on track, and teams are primed to tackle new challenges with confidence. Ryan’s steadfast dedication to fostering curiosity and problem-solving underscores his reputation as a catalyst for positive change in the construction industry.
