Investment and new releases continue to move more data centers, agentic AI platforms and construction automation forward in this roundup of recent developments in construction technology.
Much of the discussion around artificial intelligence in construction focuses on the jobsite—automation, robotics, computer vision. Those applications are real and increasingly visible. but the larger economic impact sits earlier in design and estimation, writes Saurabh Mishra of Taiyō.AI.
Can AI turn construction PDFs into project intelligence? Bluebeam Max brings Claude-powered automation, smart reviews and BIM-connected workflows to accelerate decision-making.
Procore has integrated artificial intelligence agents from recently acquired Datagrid into its construction management platform, adding new AI review functions for RFIs, submittals and even contracts.
Florida-based NextEra said May 19 it seeks to buy Virginia-based utiiity Dominion to create "one of the world’s largest energy infrastructure companies.”
In an ENR Groundbreakers interview, Greg Kelly says the business line will position the AEC consultant to capitalize on energy demands fueled by data center projects.