Review upcoming project pipelines carefully — consider whether you should defer, adjust scope or focus on sectors showing growth (infrastructure, public works, modular).
Strengthen cost control & risk management: delays, inflation in materials, labour shortages remain top threats (global survey: ~$2.5 trillion of activity at risk in 2025). PR Newswire+1
Invest in workforce planning: automation is advancing, so upskilling or re-skilling your team may create a competitive edge and reduce exposure to labour disruption.
Diversify your focus: if residential or commercial building is weak in your region, look at adjacent sectors like infrastructure, retrofit/maintenance, or specialised modular construction.
Emphasise sustainability and digital tools: adopting BIM, smart construction methods, prefabrication and modular approaches can reduce risk, enhance speed and open up new markets.