thws Hackathon
ConStructAI: Reimagining construction with AI
Join our thws Hackathon "ConStructAI: Reimagining construction with AI"!
A hands-on event that brings together creative minds and problem solvers to develop practical AI-powered solutions for the construction industry.
From site logistics and safety to planning, sustainability, and smarter workflows, you’ll work in teams on real-world challenges and turn ideas into prototypes within a short, high-energy format. Whether you’re studying AI, engineering, architecture, or already working in construction (or just excited about innovation), this is your chance to help shape the future of construction – and build something that matters.
Date: 18 June 2026
Location: Center for Artificial Intelligence (cairo.thws), Würzburg (on-site event)
08:30 | Doors open (hackers)
09:00 | Welcome for Hackers + Challenge Introduction (hackers)
Welcome by Head of CAIRO.thws, Prof. Dr. Ivan Yamshchikov, get to know the challenges of the day (via via video message)
09:45 | Team Formation & Start of Hackathon (hackers)
Post-introduction, participants will form teams (3-5 persons) and begin their work on solving the challenges
12:00 | Welcome for Guests & Challenge Providers
Welcome by Head of CAIRO.thws, Prof. Dr. Ivan Yamshchikov
12:30 | Lunch (all)
Enjoy a networking lunch with pizza, an opportunity to meet great people and explore collaborative opportunities.
13:00 | Impulse Keynote (all)
tbd (More about the keynotes)
13:30 | More Keynote Speeches (guests)
While hackers are deeply engaged in problem-solving, visitors can attend a series of keynote speeches, offering insights into the world of AI. (More about the keynotes)
13:30 | More Time for Hacking (hackers + challenge providers)
Hackers have 2.5 hrs more to work on the challenges
16:30 | Presentation of Results and Winner Announcement (all)
In the afternoon, we'll gather to showcase the solutions developed during the hackathon. Each team will present their results, and a panel of judges will name the winner.
17:30 | End
participation opportunities
- With a Challenge
Bring a real-world construction challenge you want to tackle (e.g., site logistics, safety, planning, or sustainability). You’ll join the hackathon as a challenge owner, supporting teams with domain insights, data/context, and feedback. - As a Hacker
Join a team and build AI-powered prototypes for construction. Collaborate across disciplines, experiment with ideas, and pitch your solution at the end of the event. - As a Visitor
Attend to explore the latest in AI for construction. Listen to inspiring talks, meet participants and partners, and get a front-row seat to the final pitches and demos without actively hacking.
(registration and participation are free of charge | Anmeldung und Teilnahme sind kostenlos)
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A big THANK YOU to Riedel Bau for supporting the THWS ConStructAI Hackathon as our Platinum Partner.
Their commitment helps make this event possible and creates the space for fresh ideas, collaboration, and innovation. We’re excited to have them on board!