Construction robotics finds interest, but adoption wavers, reports BuiltWorlds - The Robot Report

The construction industry is showing growing interest in robotics as a means to improve efficiency, responsiveness, and scalability on job sites, according to a recent report by BuiltWorlds Inc. The report highlights that contractors, owners, and technology providers are exploring robotics for tasks such as layout, drilling, and material transport, integrated with connected equipment and data-driven decision-making. This reflects a broader industry trend toward intelligent, tech-enabled workflows that connect field execution with digital planning and performance optimization. BuiltWorlds, a Chicago-based organization serving the building and infrastructure sectors, surveyed a diverse range of contractors and found that attitudes toward construction robotics have significantly improved, with positive evaluations rising from 74% in 2024 to over 95% in 2025. Despite the increased enthusiasm, actual deployment of construction robotics has slightly declined, with 46% of respondents reporting use of robotics or automated machinery in 2025 compared to 65% in 2024. This decrease is attributed not to waning interest but to