Building in Control: The 2026 Construction CFO Playbook
Explore how construction finance leaders are moving beyond traditional responsibilities to drive strategic growth and build resilience amidst economic volatility, talent shortages, and rapid technological change. This report, based on research from Sage and the Financial Times, provides an action plan for CFOs to leverage automation, data, and integrated tools.
Construction finance leaders are facing increasing pressure to maintain stability in a volatile environment, marked by soaring material prices, supply chain disruption, and persistent labour shortages. With shrinking margins, even minor inefficiencies can significantly impact profitability. In response, many CFOs are expanding their remit, taking on more active roles in operational strategy and business performance. This report draws on new research from Sage and the Financial Times to reveal how high-performing leaders are using automation and AI-powered insights to work more efficiently, reduce revenue leakage, and improve project profitability, ultimately moving beyond reactive problem-solving to build stronger, more resilient businesses.
What you'll learn
- Discover how the CFO role is evolving beyond traditional finance, with 87% of finance leaders reporting significant changes in their role over the past two years.
- Understand the unique challenges faced by construction CFOs, including higher struggles with economic volatility and talent retention compared to other industries.
- Learn why construction finance leaders approach new technology with caution, yet 76% want to drive innovation in financial processes and technology.
- Explore the four behaviours of high-performance finance leaders: maximising AI and automation, data-driven decision-making, extended influence, and proactive compliance.
- Identify five actionable steps for construction CFOs to gain control, enhance efficiency, and foster long-term resilience within their organisations.
BUILDING IN CONTROL: THE 2026 CONSTRUCTION CFO PLAYBOOK
A comprehensive report outlining the strategic evolution of the construction CFO, detailing the challenges faced, leadership ambitions, and a high-performance action plan to navigate industry pressures. Based on research from Sage and the Financial Times, it provides insights into leveraging technology and data for improved control and resilience.
- Pages:
- 15
- Time:
- 23 min read
- Category:
- Cloud