MARCH - APRIL 2026CONSTRUCTIONTECHREVIEW.COM6Project margins are often determined long before ground is broken. In construction, estimation accuracy shapes competitiveness, risk exposure and long-term profitability. As drawings grow more complex and timelines tighten, firms are turning to targeted automation to eliminate repetitive tasks while preserving professional judgment. This edition of Construction Tech Review examines how intelligent tools are reshaping preconstruction workflows.Recognized as Top AI-Powered Construction Estimating Software In Canada 2026, Estim.ai leads this transformation. Developed by Explor.ai in collaboration with trade professionals, the platform focuses narrowly on automating manual takeoffs. By extracting quantities and counting symbols directly from drawings, Estim.ai automates 80 to 90 percent of repetitive work and reduces takeoff time by 60 to 90 percent. Estimators move from prolonged counting sessions to validation and strategic review, significantly reducing fatigue-driven errors while increasing bid capacity.Industry perspectives reinforce the importance of disciplined execution. Randy Borron, Managing Director, Data Center Advisory Group at Cushman & Wakefield, highlights how infrastructure risks, power constraints and portfolio imbalances can be reframed as opportunities through strategic planning and site selection. Joel Victoria, Senior Construction Project Manager at Colliers, emphasizes the persistent challenges of cost overruns, labor shortages and communication gaps, while advocating for balanced adoption of AI, drones and in-person collaboration to maintain project control.Across estimation, infrastructure planning and on-site management, one principle prevails. Technology delivers impact when it strengthens professional judgment rather than replacing it. We invite readers to explore how focused AI and disciplined leadership are redefining certainty in construction performance.Let us know your thoughts!INTELLIGENCE AT THE POINT OF ESTIMATIONCopyright © 2026 ValleyMedia, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof.Editorial StaffDavid VincentFred SmithKevin DavisFredrick GallowayJames FerrerRose D. WilsonManaging EditorMichael Rosario*Some of the Insights are based on the interviews with respective CIOs and CXOs to our editorial staffVisualizersMarch - April 2026, Vol 09 Issue 03 (ISSN 2832-4072) Published by ValleyMedia, Inc.To subscribe to Construction Tech ReviewVisit www.constructiontechreview.com Email:sales@constructiontechreview.comeditor@constructiontechreview.commarketing@constructiontechreview.com Robert Gray SmithTom HanksClara MathewMichael Rosario Managing Editoreditor@constructiontechreview.comCANADACANADA
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