Construction

Building contractors, public works companies, materials manufacturers, merchants, specialised distributors, rental companies and engineering firms… Our solutions support the construction value chain with a comprehensive overview of the sector, its trends and growth prospects, helping to inform investment, transformation and decarbonisation decisions.

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Driven by environmental regulations and cost pressures, the construction value chain is undergoing rapid transformation:

The decarbonisation of materials, off-site construction and the circular economy are gaining momentum and emerging as major opportunities to rethink business models.

Process industrialisation, BIM, digital twins and securing supplies of low-carbon materials are becoming key levers for sustainable growth.

In a context of skills shortages and a highly fragmented business landscape, industry players must adapt their models to reconcile productivity, quality and the reduction of carbon footprints.

€145bn

size of the building maintenance and renovation market

24%

share of building-related greenhouse gas emissions in France

85%

recovery rate of construction waste

€6bn

cumulative investment in smart city projects in France

From the Expert

3D modeling of a layout as part of a renovation project

« The single-family home renovation segment remains poorly structured despite its significant potential: around 4 million homes are energy-inefficient. For construction companies, developing a renovation offering represents an opportunity to smooth activity levels and reduce dependence on new-build market cycles. »

Lauric Berthier

Construction Sector Expert, Xerfi

Professionnels analysant un plan architectural dans un projet de construction

Our solutions for the construction industry

Drawing on its recognised expertise in the economy and markets, Xerfi offers a comprehensive range of analysis and advisory solutions. From flagship reports to bespoke analyses, from Call Expert to videos and conferences led by our consultants, we support private and public organisations alike in turning analysis into action.

Forecasts and forward-looking scenarios

To anticipate changes in construction and public works activity, assess the impact of public policies, material price cycles and renovation dynamics, and identify medium-term growth drivers.

Carbon assessments and decarbonization roadmaps

Carbon audits and decarbonisation pathways. To support the reduction of your carbon footprint, identify opportunities for energy and material savings, and build operational roadmaps aligned with regulatory requirements and market expectations.

Economic and social assessments and contribution analyses

To highlight your role across the value chain—employment, investment, value added and territorial footprint. These analyses strengthen your arguments with public decision-makers, partners and investors.

Business model analysis and viability assessment

To assess the robustness of your business models-off-site construction, the circular economy and integrated services-measure your room for manoeuvre and adapt your strategies in response to the sector’s structural transformations.

HR diagnostics and workforce attractiveness assessments

To analyse HR practices, recruitment dynamics and skills development, identify retention levers and improve the attractiveness of a sector facing labour shortages and skills constraints.

Cranes and buildings under construction at dusk - illustrating the construction sector

Use case

Assessing the viability of an off-site construction model and structuring a low-carbon roadmap

Detailed challenge

One of France’s leading construction groups was seeking to develop an off-site construction offering in order to accelerate project delivery, reduce costs and meet environmental requirements. Before moving forward, it needed to analyse market demand, potential profitability, carbon impact and technical skills requirements.

Objectives

Measure the market potential of this “industrial” construction approach.
Assess the profitability and long-term sustainability of the proposed business model.
Evaluate the expected carbon savings in light of forthcoming regulatory requirements.
Identify skills requirements and associated HR constraints.

Solutions

Forecasts and forward-looking scenarios to project changes in public and private demand for off-site construction.
Business model analysis and viability assessment to evaluate margins, CAPEX, ROI and risks associated with industrialisation.
Carbon audits and decarbonisation pathways to measure gains versus traditional construction and anticipate requirements such as RE2020.
HR diagnostics and workforce attractiveness assessments to identify required skills (engineering, prefabrication, BIM) and structure an appropriate HR strategy.
Economic and social assessments and contribution analyses to demonstrate positive impacts, including local employment, waste reduction and environmental performance.