Aisha Ali to Lead Premier's AI-Driven Future in Construction Tech

MARKHAM, ON – January 13, 2026 – Premier Construction Software, a global provider of enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions, has named veteran technology executive Aisha Ali as its new President. The appointment signals a strategic acceleration of the company's focus on artificial intelligence, data intelligence, and automation, positioning it to lead the construction industry's accelerating digital transformation.

Ali's ascent to the presidency comes at a pivotal moment for the construction sector, an industry traditionally slow to adopt new technologies but now on the cusp of a major shift. The global construction ERP software market is projected to more than double, from an estimated $4.0 billion in 2025 to $8.4 billion by 2035. In this rapidly expanding and competitive landscape, Ali’s leadership is set to steer Premier toward defining the next generation of construction management tools.

A Leader Forged from the Ground Up

Aisha Ali is not a newcomer to the challenges facing modern construction firms. With over 15 years of experience in the construction software industry, she has spent the last decade rising through the ranks at Premier. Her journey has given her a uniquely holistic perspective, having held leadership roles across implementation, customer success, client experience, and most recently, as Chief Operating Officer.

This deep, multifaceted experience has been instrumental in shaping Premier’s product strategy. Colleagues note her customer-centric philosophy, which evolved the company’s support model from a reactive service to a proactive, partnership-based approach. Throughout her career, Ali has worked directly with contractors and developers across North America and the Middle East/North Africa (MENA) region, helping them navigate the complex transition from legacy systems to modern, integrated financial and project management workflows. This hands-on involvement has given her an intimate understanding of the real-world pain points that technology aims to solve, from disconnected data silos to inefficient manual processes.

Her reputation for blending operational excellence with forward-thinking innovation has been a driving force behind Premier's recent successes, including being named the "Best Overall Construction Accounting Software in 2024" by Forbes. This foundation makes her a natural choice to lead the company's next phase of growth and innovation.

The Vision: An AI Co-Worker on Every Job Site

Ali is a prominent thought leader in the global construction technology community, frequently speaking at major industry events like the Construction Technology Confex and Big 5 Global's FutureTech Summit. Her message is consistent and clear: AI is not a far-off concept but a practical tool for today. At the 2025 Construction Technology Confex, she outlined a pragmatic vision for integrating AI into daily construction workflows, moving the conversation from abstract potential to immediate application.

She argued that firms can start by leveraging readily available AI tools to streamline administrative tasks, such as using generative AI to create more effective job descriptions to attract top talent. More advanced applications she highlighted include enhancing job site safety, where AI-powered cameras and sensors can detect safety protocol violations—like a worker not wearing a hard hat—and send real-time alerts to supervisors. This proactive approach to safety can prevent accidents before they happen.

Central to her vision is the integration of AI directly into the core ERP system. She has championed Premier’s own AI assistant, nicknamed "Eddie," which serves as a virtual project engineer. By connecting finance, operations, and field teams on a unified platform, the assistant provides real-time, data-driven insights, helping to answer complex questions about project status, budget adherence, and potential risks. This embodies the shift from static reporting to dynamic, predictive decision-making.

"I'm honoured to lead Premier at such an exciting time of growth and transformation," said Aisha Ali in the official announcement. "Our mission is to shape the future of construction technology by giving our customers the clarity, efficiency, and confidence to deliver exceptional projects. I'm deeply committed to fostering a culture of collaboration and continuing to invest in tools that empower both our clients and our people."

Navigating a Competitive Digital Frontier

Premier operates in a fiercely competitive market, facing off against established giants like Procore, Sage, and Viewpoint, as well as a host of specialized solutions. Ali's appointment is a clear strategic maneuver to solidify the company's competitive advantage by doubling down on innovation. With the AI in construction market alone projected to grow from $1.76 billion in 2024 to over $7 billion by 2029, the companies that successfully integrate intelligent technology will define the industry's future.

The backing of its parent company, Constellation Software Inc., provides a powerful foundation for this ambitious agenda. Constellation, a global leader in vertical market software with reported revenues exceeding $10 billion in 2024, is known for its distinctive management philosophy. It typically acquires strong, niche software companies and allows them to operate with significant autonomy, providing capital, strategic guidance, and a framework of best practices without micromanaging day-to-day operations. This decentralized, long-term approach empowers subsidiary leaders to innovate and grow.

Ali's promotion from within is a textbook example of the Constellation model in action, demonstrating a commitment to fostering internal talent and entrusting leadership to those with deep domain expertise. With the financial stability and strategic support of its parent company, Premier is well-equipped under Ali's direction to accelerate its research and development, expand its global footprint beyond its current offices in North America, Australia/New Zealand, and the UAE, and deliver on its promise of a smarter, more connected construction industry.