AI in Construction: Industry Outlook Report

Discover how construction leaders can navigate challenges and seize opportunities related to AI.

What's Included in This Construction Industry Outlook

The construction industry is experiencing unprecedented changes. Between a retiring workforce and advances in technology, the industry will look very different in the next three to five years — and AI is only accelerating the rate of change.

This downloadable report provides an objective look at the conditions shaping the construction industry, helping leaders better understand the role of AI in the future of the construction industry.

Topics covered include:

  • AI maturity
  • Common barriers to AI implementation
  • The role of AI in boosting construction productivity
  • Aligning data practices

Key Findings

Our recent survey of business leaders identified four primary struggles related to AI adoption:

  • 45%
    cited a lack of clarity on where to begin.
  • 18%
    were uncertain of AI’s value.
  • 21%
    had concerns related to security and governance.
  • 17%
    faced challenges with data quality.

Who This Report is For

This Construction Industry Outlook Report is especially useful for:

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Construction Executives & Owners
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    CFOs & Finance Leaders
    Overseeing margin, backlog, and reporting.
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      Operations Leaders
      Managing project execution and workforce constraints.
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        Strategy & Planning Teams
        Monitoring industry conditions.

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          Achieve Sustainable Growth
          Understanding your AI maturity, strengthening change management, and scaling secure, connected technologies will position you for long-term resiliency. You’ll see how better data and integrated systems drive sustainable growth.
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            Protect What You've Built
            Explore common barriers — unclear starting points, weak data, siloed systems, and security risks — and discover practical steps to address them. The report walks through aligning stakeholders, improving data quality, and establishing governance.
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              Optimize Performance
              This report outlines how AI boosts productivity through better project scheduling, data visibility, and automation. You’ll learn how aligning objectives, consolidating tools, and building strong data practices help teams work smarter and reduce wasted effort.

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