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Section: Business > Industry Trends
Automation & AI
Deltek Reports AI Adoption Grows as Cost, Labor Pressures Persist Across Construction
Deltek
The studies found government contractors and A&E firms are investing heavily in AI, but many continue to face labor shortages, margin pressure and cybersecurity challenges.
August 15, 2026
Labor & Workforce Development
ABC: Construction Unemployment Rate Rises to 4.7% in June
Associated Builders and Contractors Inc. (ABC)
National construction unemployment reached 4.7% in June, while higher labor costs, insurance premiums, tariffs and energy prices continue to weigh on construction activity.
August 7, 2026
Labor & Workforce Development
Sam Cormack
August 5, 2026
Construction
Consider Labor Efficiency, Not Just Utilization Rate
Avant Tecno USA Inc.
How rental businesses can help customers work through the labor shortage.
July 29, 2026
Financing, Insurance & Leasing
JLL: Construction Costs Expected to Rise Through the Second Half of 2026
JLL
A new JLL report cites trade policy, labor shortages and data center demand as key factors driving higher construction costs and tighter contractor capacity.
July 25, 2026
Financing, Insurance & Leasing
Report Claims Construction Costs Expected to Climb Through Second Half of 2026
JLL
Data center demand, labor shortages, trade policy and material costs are increasing pressure on project budgets and contractor capacity.
July 21, 2026
Coaching & Consulting
AI and Automation Help Contractors Navigate Industry Disruption
Summit Funding Group
Labor shortages, tariffs and supply chain uncertainty are accelerating the adoption of AI, automation and flexible equipment financing in construction.
July 19, 2026
Equipment Monitoring & Logistics
Robotics-as-a-Service Expands Access to Construction Automation
RIC Robotics
Flexible access models are making construction robotics more accessible by reducing upfront costs and implementation barriers.
July 17, 2026
Labor & Workforce Development
Kubota Appoints New Vice President of Information Technology
Kubota Tractor Corp.
Charlie Kowalski will oversee ERP, supply chain, HR and IT systems across Kubota's U.S. operations.
July 14, 2026
Coaching & Consulting
Construction Planning in 2026: Managing AI, Labor Shortages and Inflation
Gordian
Explore the key forces reshaping construction planning, from AI adoption and data center growth to labor constraints, material cost volatility and geopolitical disruptions.
July 9, 2026
Training & Education
The Hidden Workforce Risks Affecting Construction Projects
Würk
Labor shortages may grab headlines, but turnover, absenteeism and compliance issues are increasingly impacting project schedules and margins.
July 6, 2026
Blacktop
Top Contractors Of 2026: Pavement Maintenance & Reconstruction Reveals Winners
This award spotlights the top contractors in the paving, sealcoating, striping and pavement repair markets.
June 12, 2026
Labor & Workforce Development
Spring Report Highlights Rising Costs, Labor Pressures in Construction Market
Skanska Inc.
Skanska’s Spring 2026 Construction Market Trends Report points to rising material costs, labor shortages and continued demand from data centers and technology projects.
June 11, 2026
Training & Education
4 Reasons Construction Logistics Technology Implementations Fail
JBF Consulting
From unrealistic timelines to poor cross-functional coordination, four common mistakes continue to derail construction logistics and supply chain technology implementations.
June 11, 2026
Training & Education
Green Construction Growth Reshapes Risk, Insurance Needs for Contractors
CBiz
Expanding green building demand and policy shifts tied to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act are changing contractor risk, timelines and insurance requirements.
June 7, 2026
Labor & Workforce Development
Solving the Construction Labor Gap Starts with Training
VS Construction
Interest in construction careers is rising among younger workers, but contractors still face challenges building a skilled labor pipeline through training, exposure and apprenticeships.
June 6, 2026
Labor & Workforce Development
Survey: Construction Labor Shortages Remain a Concern Despite Limited AI Disruption
Bamboo HR
The survey found construction companies continue to struggle with skilled labor shortages, rising costs and supply chain challenges, while most workers remain confident their jobs are protected from AI.
June 3, 2026
Labor & Workforce Development
Skilled Trades Training Evolves with Digital Tools, Growing Workforce Demand
iBusiness Technologies
Trade schools and apprenticeship programs are adopting digital learning platforms and modern jobsite technology as demand grows for electricians, welders, plumbers and other skilled workers.
May 31, 2026
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