Future of Construction Work: What Tech Will Enable It?

The construction industry stands at a critical crossroads—grappling with a deepening labor shortage while confronting the promise and pitfalls of agentic AI (artificial intelligence). According to Gartner, more than 40% of agentic AI projects will be canceled by the end of 2027 due to high costs, unclear ROI (return on investment), hype-driven “agent washing,” and immature technology.

This isn’t a failure of innovation, but rather it’s a clear call for strategic realignment. Construction must adopt AI thoughtfully, matching technology deployment with strategic process that will enhance the jobsite.

For those following along in our series, last week we explored who the future construction worker is. Today, let’s narrow in on the technology that will enable the next generation of construction work.

What Technology Will Enable the Future of Construction Work?

Agentic AI—autonomous systems capable of perceiving, deciding, and acting with limited human oversight—is fast ...