JLL Report Finds Labor Shortages and Technology Fuel Rising Outpatient Medical Fit-Out Costs

Reuters02-12 00:15
JLL Report Finds Labor Shortages and Technology Fuel Rising Outpatient Medical Fit-Out Costs

Jones Lang LaSalle Inc. $(JLL)$ has published its 2026 Medical Outpatient Building Fit-Out Cost Guide, highlighting significant trends and challenges in the healthcare construction sector. The report finds that rising demand for outpatient medical care, regional cost disparities, and limited new construction are shaping the market for medical outpatient buildings $(MOB)$ across the United States. Key drivers of cost escalation include labor shortages and specialized trade constraints, particularly in high-demand regions. Technology integration, such as advanced AV/IT infrastructure and non-medical equipment, is becoming a major factor in project budgets. The shift of higher-acuity services to outpatient facilities is also increasing fit-out costs due to complex mechanical, electrical, and plumbing requirements. JLL emphasizes that proactive cost management and early project controls involvement are essential for navigating these evolving market dynamics.

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