Technology And Artificial Intelligence Help Transform Civil Construction — Enabling Companies To Overcome The Shortage Of Skilled Professionals With Automation, Efficiency, And Better Strategic Decisions

Written by Fabio Lucas Carvalho

Published on 15/04/2025 at 10:15

A escassez de profissionais qualificados é um problema que pode ser superado. Mas, para isso, é preciso entender que a inovação não é uma ameaça, e sim uma oportunidade de crescimento. Quando a tecnologia é encarada como aliada, todo o setor sai ganhando — das grandes construtoras até o profissional que trabalha na linha de frente. Foto; IA

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The Shortage Of Qualified Professionals Is An Increasing Challenge In The Construction Industry. To Deal With This Reality, Many Companies Are Investing In Technology And Artificial Intelligence. Solutions Such As Management Software, Drones, Sensors And Predictive Algorithms Help Automate Tasks, Optimize Resources And Make More Efficient Decisions, Ensuring Competitiveness Even In The Face Of A Lack Of Skilled Labor.

The construction industry in Brazil faces one of the biggest challenges in recent decades: the lack of qualified professionals. This problem is only growing with time. Many experienced workers are retiring, projects are becoming increasingly complex, and there is growing pressure for sustainable goals, which require new skills.

According to FGV IBRE, in its 2025 Construction Survey, around 82% of companies reported difficulties in hiring qualified professionals, especially in areas such as finishing and installations. The shortage of labor has caused delays in construction and increased costs.

Another survey, conducted by the Brazilian Chamber of Industry of Construction (CBIC) with 800 companies, revealed that 7 out of 10 construction companies have difficulties finding qualified professionals. Among the reasons are the loss of attractiveness of the profession and the migration of workers to other sectors.

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Artificial Intelligence On-Site

Recently, artificial intelligence has taken a central role in construction innovations.

AI-based project management systems help keep teams aligned, reduce errors, and increase efficiency.

These platforms organize project data in one place. Thus, everyone involved can access up-to-date information, which reduces communication failures and delays.

Another important advancement is real-time monitoring systems applied in construction. During the concreting process in tall buildings, it is common to wait up to 28 days to ensure complete curing of the concrete.

With the use of this technology, which collects and transmits instantaneous data about material strength, this period can be safely reduced.

3D Printing And Robotics

3D printing is beginning to stand out. Still in the early stages of use, it is already being applied in the production of walls, foundations, facades, and smaller structures.

This technology has the potential to automate tasks that require a lot of labor, which helps to tackle the shortage of professionals. In addition, it tends to reduce the size of the teams needed in some phases of construction.

Robotics on-site is still limited, but there are advances. Robots that install drywall and machines that handle masonry already exist. However, they need specific adjustments for each construction site. Walls of different sizes, various materials, and diverse structures require these robots to be recalibrated constantly.

Logistics is also complex, as transporting and assembling machines in different locations takes time and resources.

Even with these difficulties, the expectation is that advances in machine learning and adaptable robotics will make this equipment more viable in the future.

Small Steps, Concrete Results

Despite the benefits of technology, many construction companies operate with tight profit margins. This makes it difficult to approve investments in new and untested tools.

One way to circumvent this resistance is to start with pilot programs. Smaller-scale projects that offer practical results can help convince both managers and workers.

Quick results — such as shorter time to complete a project or increased safety on-site — serve as proof that investing in innovation is worthwhile.

Gradual adoption also facilitates the learning process. Just as architects moved from drawing boards to design software, construction professionals will need to adapt to new tools.

Site supervisors, for example, will be able to spend less time on paperwork. Instead, they can monitor project data in real-time through sensors and drones.

Machine operators, in turn, will be able to move away from manual controls and coordinate autonomous machines in a network.

Continuous Learning Culture In Construction

For this transition to work, it is necessary to create a learning culture. Training should not be seen as a one-time event.

Companies must offer continuous training, with on-the-job courses, online programs, and partnerships with industry institutions.

This strategy ensures that workers remain updated and prepared to deal with new demands.

The more skilled they are, the greater the chance of success in adopting technologies.

Joint Path

The future of construction depends on joint action. Industry leadership must be willing to invest in technological solutions that increase productivity and safety. At the same time, workers need access to training tools that prepare them to deal with these changes.

The shortage of qualified professionals is a problem that can be overcome. But to do so, it is essential to understand that innovation is not a threat, but rather an opportunity for growth.

When technology is viewed as an ally, the entire sector benefits — from large construction companies to the professionals on the front lines.

By adopting this new perspective, the construction industry will be better prepared to face the challenges of today and the future.

Technology And Artificial Intelligence Help Transform Civil Construction — Enabling Companies To Overcome The Shortage Of Skilled Professionals With Automation, Efficiency, And Better Strategic Decisions

Artificial Intelligence On-Site

3D Printing And Robotics

Small Steps, Concrete Results

Continuous Learning Culture In Construction

Joint Path

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Technology And Artificial Intelligence Help Transform Civil Construction — Enabling Companies To Overcome The Shortage Of Skilled Professionals With Automation, Efficiency, And Better Strategic Decisions

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