ACEC Research Institute Study on the Evolution of Engineering

The engineering industry is entering a pivotal moment. Longstanding business models built on labor, billable hours, and project delivery are being reshaped by two converging forces: the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence and a tightening supply of engineering talent.

Redefining the Firm: Talent, Technology, and Transformation explores how these forces are changing not just how engineering work gets done, but how firms are structured, how value is delivered, and how the industry will evolve in the years ahead.