Neil Shah (CFMA CEO): Building Smarter Construction Finance — Risk, Data, and the Future of the CFO
Description
In this episode of Finance at the Jobsite, host Rishi Srivastava (Founder & CEO of Beiing Human) sits down with Neil Shah, CEO of the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA), to explore the evolving role of finance leaders in construction.
From aerospace engineering to construction finance, Neil shares lessons from his global career and how they apply to today’s challenges — from risk management and margin pressure to AI adoption and talent retention.
💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why today’s CFOs are also the CTO, CRO, and Chief Talent Officer
How CFMA’s Financial Benchmarker helps contractors measure “what good looks like”
The future of AI, automation, and data-driven decision making in construction finance
Why community, mental health, and continuous learning matter more than ever
What every finance leader can do to move from historian to strategic partner
Whether you’re a CFO, controller, or construction tech leader, this conversation offers a panoramic view of where the industry is headed — and how to lead with curiosity, agility, and purpose.
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