2025 Year in Review: Nicholas DeSarno, NYCAN Builders

What emerging trends or shifts will shape opportunities for you, your firm, or market sector in 2026?

As we look ahead to 2026, several industry and market shifts have presented major opportunities for our firm. One of the most significant drivers will be the rapid advancement and integration of AI and automation technologies across the construction sector. AI is changing how projects are planned, managed, and delivered, and firms like ours that are adopting it early will have a major advantage. AI will help us work faster, reduce risk, improve communication, and deliver a higher level of service — positioning our firm strongly for 2026.