Data center demand, labor gaps, and material costs define commercial construction in Q1 2026
The Q1 2026 Commercial Construction Index by CBIZ highlights increasing data center construction, ongoing labor shortages, and escalating material costs as primary concerns in the commercial construction sector. These elements exert significant pressure on the industry, affecting project timelines and budgets.
- 01Data center construction projects are rapidly increasing.
- 02The labor shortage in the construction industry remains persistent.
- 03Material costs are continuously rising, impacting overall project expenses.
Jul 16, 2026