Construction & Engineering’s Digital Catch-Up in 2026
The AI race is reshaping Construction & Engineering.
Today the sector is a ~$15T market on course to reach ~$20T by 2030, putting decisive AI adoption at the center of growth. In 2026, firms plan to step on the accelerator: 91% expect to increase AI investment, and early adopters are already seeing impact, with 89% reporting profitability gains. Although C&E currently sits mid range for AI maturity versus other industries, momentum is set to springboard forward next year.
What you’ll get from the infographic:
Where AI is delivering value now - from schedule optimization and equipment failure prediction to pricing efficiency and supply cost reduction.
How data becomes an advantage, with 60%+ of IT leaders consolidating BIM, IoT and project system data to enable real time decisions.
Why agentic AI is a 2026 priority, with 71% planning to integrate AI agents for procurement, compliance reviews and design co piloting.
People plus technology wins.
Leaders worry about the impact on traditional jobs, yet the workforce is ready to adapt. 71% expect at least half of employees will need retraining or reskilling, and firms that invest accordingly will lead.
Download our infographic to get the five must know trends to prioritize this year.