Although CFMA CFOs see a brighter outlook for 2025.

More than halfway through 2024, change remains a constant for the construction and architecture & engineering (A&E) industries amid a year marked by potential growth and ongoing challenges.

Shortages of workers and materials will continue to hinder progress for most contracting firms.

After a tentative start, the construction recovery hit full stride this year, and it is expected to keep pace in 2016, according to economists surveyed by ENR.