Las Vegas, October 9, 2025
News Summary
At the Oracle Edge Customer Summit in Las Vegas, a senior Oracle executive framed AI as a practical tool to help construction manage rapid global expansion, address widening workforce gaps and unlock trapped project data. AI-powered predictive analytics, BIM integration, drones and robotic systems are being applied across preconstruction, construction and operations to improve cost control, safety, quality and sustainability. With job vacancies rising and workers spending significant time searching for information, firms are urged to pilot AI solutions and train teams to capture efficiency gains, reduce waste and support long-term maintenance strategies.
AI framed as a solution to construction’s $4.2T growth, widening skills gap, data silos and safety/efficiency challenges
Key takeaway: At a technology summit in Las Vegas, a senior product and strategy leader in construction outlined how artificial intelligence is being positioned to address rapid industry growth, a widening skills gap, pervasive data silos, and safety and efficiency shortfalls.
Top details first
Josh Kanner spoke about AI in construction at the Oracle Edge Customer Summit in Las Vegas. He is the senior director of product and strategy at Oracle Construction and Engineering, with a background as a founder and CEO at prior construction-technology companies. The content containing his remarks appears as Sponsored Content, a paid section where industry companies provide material for an audience of construction professionals.
Why AI is being promoted now
The construction industry is described as booming and is projected to grow by $4.2 trillion globally over the next 15 years, according to Global Construction Futures. That expansion is occurring alongside a widening skills gap: Job vacancies in construction are reported as up 41% year-over-year, and a wave of retirements in the construction workforce is described as looming. Cost pressures, labor shortages, and the need for faster decisions are driving interest in AI tools that can make project teams more efficient and attractive to workers.
Data and productivity problems AI aims to solve
Industry studies show data access is a major drag on productivity: a 2024 study found construction workers spend 18% of their time searching for information, and the same 2024 study found 43% of workers believe better data access would improve decision-making. AI is presented as a way to bridge data gaps by converting raw data into actionable insights, reducing time spent hunting for information and enabling faster, more informed choices.
How AI helps across the project lifecycle
AI’s influence is expanding across the entire construction lifecycle. In preconstruction, AI is proving invaluable for feasibility studies, material optimization, and precise cost estimations. During construction, AI can provide real-time progress tracking, predictive analytics for proactive issue prevention, and insightful Building Information Modeling analysis. After project completion, AI capabilities such as predictive maintenance schedules and energy monitoring systems can continue to deliver value, optimizing operational efficiency, reducing costs, and improving sustainability.
Cost, safety and quality
Cost control remains a primary motivator for AI adoption in construction. AI can identify potential cost overruns early and optimize resource allocation throughout the project lifecycle. A cited study estimates AI-powered predictive analytics can reduce project costs by up to 15%. Safety is a top priority and can be improved through AI’s ability to predict potential risks, monitor equipment performance for early signs of failure, and proactively detect hazards on the jobsite. Quality control can be elevated through meticulous design analysis, increased use of robotic precision, and AI-powered inspections.
Technology, integration and the road ahead
Several factors are propelling AI adoption in construction, including an industry inflection point in technological evolution. The industry evolution described moves from standalone point solutions to first-generation platforms to truly intelligent platforms that synchronize activities and empower teams with predictive capabilities. The growth forecast for AI adoption reflects three fundamental shifts in the field: (1) cost pressures and labor shortages making efficiency improvements critical; (2) companies working to break down data silos to increase cross-team collaboration; and (3) the democratization of AI tools making implementation more accessible.
Connection, Intelligence, Orchestration
The future of AI in construction will hinge on three critical factors: Connection, Intelligence, and Orchestration. Connection means breaking down data silos to create a unified view of projects and portfolios and connecting teams around shared information. Intelligence means leveraging historical and real-time data to power predictive analytics that identify potential risks before they materialize and recommend optimal solutions. Orchestration means synchronizing activities across the entire construction ecosystem so all parties work together according to central project goals with real-time visibility into changes.
Real-world examples and outcomes
Pioneering projects already show practical AI benefits. One prominent building employs an AI-powered maintenance system to monitor elevators, escalators, and other critical machinery and can detect the slightest signs of potential machine failure to enable proactive maintenance and minimize downtime. The transition from AI as a hypothetical possibility to practical application is underway, and growth will be driven by increasing integration of AI with BIM and robotics.
Actionable recommendations for construction firms
To benefit from AI advancements, construction firms should invest in AI training for their workforce and pilot AI-powered solutions on key projects. Firms are encouraged to embrace AI today to be best prepared to succeed in the future of construction. The Sponsored Content includes a call to action for interested parties to contact their local rep to participate in the Sponsored Content section.
Local market context: Las Vegas and Nevada
Regional dynamics in Nevada show mixed signals for construction. Nevada is losing thousands of construction jobs as tourism slows and economic uncertainty remains high. Construction jobs in Nevada were down 6.4% (7,100 jobs) year over year through August, according to a report from The Associated General Contractors of America. Nevada ranked fifth in the country for overall construction jobs lost in that period. Nevada led the country in month-over-month decline in construction jobs from July to August, shedding 4,400 jobs for a 4.1% drop. The Las Vegas Valley reportedly shed 4,300 jobs from July to August.
At the same time, large projects continue: Clark County officials and a professional sports franchise took another step toward the team’s relocation to Las Vegas by approving a legally binding development agreement that covers construction responsibilities, environmental and public infrastructure, and maintenance for a stadium on the Las Vegas Strip. Construction on the Strip stadium has been underway since the June groundbreaking ceremony, and officials said the stadium will be ready to welcome fans in time for the 2028 Major League Baseball season. The agreement also outlines coordination with the Federal Aviation Administration regarding tall structures near Harry Reid International Airport.
Sponsored sections and related content
The event and remarks appear within a Sponsored Content section, described as a special paid section where industry companies supply high-quality, objective, non-commercial content around topics of interest. The page also includes an ilayer/embed for regional job listings with the following source URL: https://industry-jobs.enr.com/api/regionalcareercenter/?&searchregion=all&jobpostings=3&layout=4. Coinciding content includes an invitation to discover the results of the 2025 Top 100 Green Buildings lists and to attend a panel on sustainability trends and the market for green construction.
Bottom line
AI is being positioned as a practical set of tools to help construction manage massive projected growth, address labor shortages and retirements, break down data silos, enhance safety, and control costs. Adoption will depend on firms connecting data, applying intelligence, and orchestrating work across teams while investing in training and pilot projects to move from proofs of concept to scaled impact.
FAQ
Q: Who spoke about AI in construction at the Oracle Edge Customer Summit in Las Vegas?
A: Josh Kanner spoke about AI in construction at the Oracle Edge Customer Summit in Las Vegas.
Q: What is the projected growth for the construction industry?
A: The construction industry is described as booming and is projected to grow by $4.2 trillion globally over the next 15 years, according to Global Construction Futures.
Q: How much time do construction workers spend searching for information?
A: A 2024 study found construction workers spend 18% of their time searching for information.
Q: What share of workers believe better data access would improve decision-making?
A: The same 2024 study found 43% of workers believe better data access would improve decision-making.
Q: How have job vacancies in construction changed?
A: Job vacancies in construction are reported as up 41% year-over-year.
Q: What recent job trends are occurring in Nevada?
A: Nevada is losing thousands of construction jobs as tourism slows and economic uncertainty remains high.
Construction jobs in Nevada were down 6.4% (7,100 jobs) year over year through August, according to a report from The Associated General Contractors of America.
Nevada ranked fifth in the country for overall construction jobs lost in that period.
Nevada led the country in month-over-month decline in construction jobs from July to August, shedding 4,400 jobs for a 4.1% drop.
The Las Vegas Valley reportedly shed 4,300 jobs from July to August.
Q: What is one real-world example of AI in a major building?
A: The Burj Khalifa employs an AI-powered maintenance system to monitor its elevators, escalators, and other critical machinery.
Q: What are the three critical factors that will shape AI’s future in construction?
A: Connection, Intelligence, and Orchestration.
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Key Features Table
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Event | Oracle Edge Customer Summit in Las Vegas |
| Speaker | Josh Kanner spoke about AI in construction at the Oracle Edge Customer Summit in Las Vegas. |
| Industry growth | $4.2 trillion globally over the next 15 years |
| Skills gap indicator | Job vacancies in construction are reported as up 41% year-over-year |
| Information drag | A 2024 study found construction workers spend 18% of their time searching for information |
| Decision-making impact | The same 2024 study found 43% of workers believe better data access would improve decision-making |
| Cost savings estimate | AI-powered predictive analytics can reduce project costs by up to 15% |
| Lifecycle coverage | Preconstruction, construction, and post-completion AI capabilities |
| Critical factors | Connection, Intelligence, Orchestration |
| Regional labor trend | Construction jobs in Nevada were down 6.4% (7,100 jobs) year over year through August |
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