Thirty-one percent of Singapore construction firms see implementation cost as a barrier to AI — more than double the 15% global average. For many construction firms, 2026 has become a balancing act between opportunity and restraint. Project pipelines remain healthy, but persistent inflation, higher financing costs, and tighter margins are forcing contractors to scrutinise every investment decision. This is particularly relevant in Singapore, where implementation cost remains a greater concern than in many other markets. Construction firms have spent years adapting to labour shortages, supply chain disruption, and rising material prices.