The UK construction sector stands at a crossroads. While the government continues to back infrastructure investment – from hospitals to housing to nuclear – progress remains fragile. Momentum is being lost to indecision. The result? Fewer projects breaking ground and critical programmes stalling.
Our data shows the cost of hesitation
New research from over 1,000 senior construction leaders reveals that UK project pipelines have shrunk by an average of 12.3 per cent. That’s nearly £1 billion per organisation. Delays, de-scoping and cancellations are all on the rise. Private finance could help. But a lack of clarity around collaboration is making it harder to move forward.
There is still a way through
Success is possible. But only with a renewed focus on cost control, procurement and risk management. These aren’t just best practices. They’re essential. In our latest UK construction market outlook, we explore what’s really happening across the industry. And what’s needed to build through uncertainty.