Only 24% say their data is ready for effective AI analysis. The firms closing the gap the fastest share one advantage: a unified, structured data foundation built before the AI investment. AI is entering construction faster than most firms are ready for it. Dodge Construction Network surveyed 235 US contractors to measure where the industry actually stands. This report covers: Effectiveness ratings for AI-powered proposal generation, contract risk review, and photo-based progress tracking How data quality determines whether AI tools deliver or fall short The AI capabilities contractors rated highest for project and company management Why contractors are treating AI adoption as a competitive advantage and pulling ahead What matters most when evaluating and selecting AI-enabled solutions
