Construction Cost Insights Report: Q1 2025

Produced in partnership with Building Design+Construction, the Construction Cost Insights Report used Gordian’s RSMeans™ Data construction costs and internal expertise, along with perspectives from A/E/C industry leaders to evaluate the short-term and long-term cost trajectory of prominent construction materials.

The Q1 2025 report not only discusses material price trends, but it also examines the expected ripple effects of tariffs on construction material costs, the uncertainty surrounding U.S. Steel, the labor market and more.

Download this comprehensive report for:

• Cost analysis of steel, lumber, copper and more of construction’s most commonly used materials  
• Insight into the pricing implications of tariffs on imported materials
• Discussion of how regulatory changes, labor shortages and supply chain adjustments are reshaping the construction landscape