Managing a profitable construction business without digital solutions is like swimming in mud. You can do it, but it takes all your energy - and why?
Let technology deal with mundane tasks, spend more time enjoying your work, and use data to strengthen your results.
Here are the 15 best construction management software tools. See the reviews and find the best fit for you.
Looking for one tool that will support all your construction processes?
Archdesk is construction business management software that builds around your workflows.
No more exceeded budgets due to data crammed in complex, hard-to-read spreadsheets.
The platform gathers, organises, and presents data so you can see your company's situation in real-time and make impactful decisions at every level of your business.
With Archdesk, you can feel safe about your processes as the platform provides solutions for:
Manage schedules, tasks, resources and responsibilities: run all your projects from one single source of truth.
View your construction projects' progress within a few clicks and work with maximum productivity.
Waiting forever for a reply from a supplier? Speed up your communication with Archdesk RFIs.
All RFI information is stored in one place, so you can check their status and use data anywhere you are.
Good project scheduling is when everybody knows why, when, and what they have to do.
Assign tasks, set priorities, and see how you can save time and make more money with the same assets.
Is it possible to create a construction budget that will be at the same time profitable and competitive?
Use Archdesk to create detailed budgets, forecast job costs, and perform all financial activities from one platform without the risk of data loss.
Many construction professionals consider accounting processes as the most complicated and time-consuming. Do you also feel this way?
Gain control over your invoicing, automate document creation, and integrate with your accounting software—and finally feel safe about your financial situation.
What if you could see projects’ health in real-time without digging through spreadsheets and wasting time on calculations?
Use financial dashboards to monitor your project's health and react quickly to any changes.
Check these reviews: The top 7 software and tools for construction budgeting.
Create high-level progress reports with Archdesk construction software.
Manage and download reports in custom formats. Configure your dashboards to see only crucial data and get the most out of the reporting process.
Another project and you're again losing your time on searching supplier contact data?
Sore all supplier information in one place. Save files, view history, add notes and finally spend on this process the minimum time possible.
Have you ever missed crucial information due to a heavy workload at the construction site?
Use Archdesk's Alerts & Notifications to stay up-to-date, thanks to the web and mobile app view. See your team's work progress without spending hours in the system.
Access your documentation anywhere you need it: in the office, construction site, or on your way to a meeting with an important client.
All your documents are stored in one protected place, ready to view, share and send directly from the software.
63% of construction projects fail to meet deadlines due to laboured communication.
Improve your information flow with customisable forms. Get actionable information thanks to an automated and standardised process.
How to increase profits and assure the company's financial stability? Improve efficiency.
Use Timesheets to plan your team members' work. See the tasks assigned per specific employee, plan ahead your work and maximise your day, week, and month.
"Software like Archdesk is the lifeblood of most organizations. It is the system of record for everything. I've worked at an organization before that didn't use it and life was miserable. It just keeps everything so organised, helps us to track almost everything within the company." Jakub P.
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Yes, as Archdesk has the biggest customer base in the UK. But, thanks to being fully configurable, Archdesk's solutions also fit other industries (we have customers all over Europe, the Middle East, and the US).
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Re-flow is a field management software designed to help field operation managers keep their construction projects on track.
The software provides workflow management solutions to connect the team members and gain control over a real-time situation on the site.
Re-flow will be a good fit for general contractors specialising in landscaping, highways, and civil engineering.
Related content: 7 Steps to Choosing The Best Project Management Solution for you.
Assets Management
Events and Tasks Manager
Project Management Scheduler
"The software has been relatively easy to use, the customer service is brilliant with small wait times for help." Hollie C.
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"A bit clunky in places but does the job. The forms need to be easier to customise" Mike A.
Capterra Source
Possibility to customise software solutions
Easy to navigate
Poor accounting software features
The software's version on mobile phones might not be compatible with Windows
Yes, the company is based in the UK.
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CoConstruct is a construction management software designed to help companies in the project, contractor, and customer relationship management.
The software specialises in providing solutions for home builders and remodelers.
It's based on subscriptions with different solutions packages for projects, financials, operations, and communication.
Purchase Order and Bid Management
Project Scheduling
Timesheets Management & Time Tracking
"Overall I am happy with the software. It takes a long time to populate everything and it takes a lot of time to learn how to use all of the tools, and it is REALLY expensive, . . . but, it can be a very good tool that saves a lot of money through more efficient RFP process and scheduling." Rebecca S.
Capterra Source
"It was a little complicated, but so is running a business. CoConstruct goes above and beyond to help you learn how to use it. There are multiple ways to set up your system." Shawn J.
Capterra Source
High-rated technical support
Good Estimating feature
The Learning Curve is considerably steep
Quite expensive (not all software solutions are available in the essential and advanced software packages)
Yes, but the company is US-based, so management tools might be more adapted to that market.
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Smartsheet is a cloud-based management platform for managing teams and projects.
It specialises in supporting marketing, IT, and operation teams.
The software can help you plan, execute and scale work to deliver it faster and more efficiently.
Projects' Gantt Charts
Reminders & Reports
Calendar Management
"I like in Smartsheet the ease that it gives us when setting work schedules, and also the automatic update of the start and end dates of activities, and it is equipped with several views, enabling you to get a distinct view of the work programs." Angel R.
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"I would recommend that you can have another software if you are going for small projects and the budget is not so high because this platform is quite expensive and complicated in comparison to other Spreadsheet software available in the market." Swati S.
Capterra Source
Intuitive, easy-to-use
Good for team management
The platform doesn't cover construction-specific challenges, so you might need another software solution to cover the gaps
Quite expensive (especially for small businesses) since it covers mainly project management features
Yes, the company is US based but has offices in England and Scotland.
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Oracle is a worldwide known multi-model relational database management software solution.
It offers secure data exchange and transaction support for flexible and cost-effective information management.
Due to enterprise-scale database technology, big companies and enterprises might find Oracle software more useful.
Assets Management Feature
Payment Management & Tracking
Database Management
"Complexity is the main issue of oracle data base, Non technical user cannot use it properly.During Development Error Expectation is high due to its Senstivity of character." Awais I.
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"Overall it is a good database for clients whose applications needs to handle the heavy load of data." Kalaiselvan K.
Capterra Source
Oracle offers extended solutions for data management and protection
Software is known worldwide, so there are a lot of free materials and webinars to learn from
The software is complex, so it might take time to configure it properly
High cost, might be hard to afford for a small business
Yes, Oracle Cloud connects 39 geographic regions, including the United Kingdom.
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Looking for a solid project management solution? Monday.com might be it.
It's a cloud-based project management tool used by companies from various industries and backgrounds.
The platform offers visually-friendly, customisable dashboards for project collaboration. The software offers different levels of automation, which significantly speed up work.
Gantt and Kanban Charts
Project Scheduler
Alert & Notification System
"Strangely enough the trickiest part about this is how many features it has, there's almost too many options/customizations and it's hard to know how to maximize the features for my workflows. I almost feel like I need to take a class to get the most out of it." Molly I.
Capterra Source
"My experience with Monday.com is more or less great it is adapted to my activity." Akpovi D.
Capterra Source
Monday offers various features and dashboards
The software is highly customisable
The price per user is growing considerably (it might be burdensome for small businesses)
Monday provides features mainly for project management, so you might need another management software to fill the process
Yes, but it's mainly a project management tool, so it might not have enough tools to cover construction-specific challenges.
Related content: Why your business needs construction software.
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Procore is American construction management software helping minimise risks, protect profits and maximise efficiency in construction projects.
The platform features include projects, operations, data, and financial management solutions for different stages of construction management.
Construction Project Management
Financial Management
Field Productivity Control
"Cloud-based. Great customer support. Willing to do the work and research it takes to develop the tools needed in the field." Heather T.
Capterra Source
"Overall, I'm lukewarm to the idea of using Procore, but when a contractor offers a credit to the Owner to use their already established program versus setting up the project in a different software package it's hard to argue with that benefit. I still do not use Procore for field reports and punch lists as I think there is other software out there better suited for those applications." Patrick B.
Capterra Source
Various features for different types of construction businesses
Good Customer Support
The software is complex: it might take more time to implement and navigate freely
Fewer possibilities for customisation
Yes, but Procore is a US-based construction software, so the solutions might be more suitable for the US market.
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Autodesk Construction Cloud is a management platform that connects teams and projects for faster and more efficient delivery.
The system provides solutions from the design stage to the final delivery for project managers, general contractors, and subcontractors.
Construction Project Management
Cost Management
Safety & Quality Management
"Terrible user based subscription system, not construction friendly for general contractors with many subcontractors Would like to see built in actual budgeting and POs High price for upgraded features (submittals and RFI advanced) that is not rolled out with complete workflow tracking and multiple reviewers User" Patrick D.
Capterra Source
"It's a good platform to use for a project and can be used throughout the life-cycle of the project. You can add users internally and externally quite easily and access all documentation with a few clicks." Elizabeth N.
Capterra Source
A lot of space in the cloud to store documentation
The software offers various features for construction management
Bugs might occur within complex and big projects
It takes time to train and navigate freely
Yes, Autodesk is based in the US but also provides solutions for the UK, Europe, New Zealand, Australia, and Japan.
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Sage 100 Contractor is a management system for small and mid-sized contractors.
Previously known as Sage Master Builder, it provides solutions for companies needing more than generic accounting software.
Besides construction accounting, the software features include solutions for estimating, service management, project scheduling, and job costing.
Job Costing
Estimating Feature
Purchase Order Management
"Overall it's a decent software package for the money and the size of our business. Other systems can do more, but you'll likely pay much more." Jerry A.
Capterra Source
"The weak point is the estimating module that comes with it. I don't think it has been upgraded for 20 years.....no...really. They want me to buy the upgraded estimator which I think I will do soon." Lex M.
Capterra Source
Good construction accounting features
Possible software integrations
Some features are a little bit outdated, like Estimating Tool
Poorly rated Implementation & Customer Service
Yes, The Sage Group Plc. is UK-based.
Related content: Flexibility vs complexity: choose your construction software wisely.
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Buildertrend is a construction project management software specialising in supporting project delivery and maximising efficiency.
The software solutions are the best fit for home builders, remodelers, and specialty contractors.
Buildertrend can support your sales process, communication, project delivery, and financial management.
Project Schedules
Time Tracking Management
Estimation & Takeoffs
"For a single person that handles all day to day operations for a company and trying to learn a new software is a challenge." Cord F.
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"The software, like all I've tried to implement over the years, can be a little frustrating at first. You're going to get pushback from trade contractors and field people. However, I think it is well worth it." Chris J.
Capterra Source
High level of customisation
Well-rated Document Management & Data Storage features
Accounting is not fully developed
Steep learning curve
Buildertrend is US based, so some accounting processes might be more adapted to the US market.
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Bridgit Bench is a workforce software for construction professionals. The company claims to provide solutions for maximising profits and reducing risks thanks to the people-first approach.
Bridgit Bench's solutions will suit all companies operating in big, remote teams.
Workforce planning
Team Management
Forecasting Dashboards
"Bridgit Bench is a great software but does lack some features that we would like to see." Johnathon G.
Capterra Source
"Overall it has been a wonderful addition to our technology tool box." Matthew B.
Capterra Source
Positively Rated Customer Support
Simple to use and navigate, you can use it right away
Not all software features have been developed yet
It’s a solution mainly for workforce management
Bridgit Bench is a Canadian Company, but its solutions also fit the UK's construction market.
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Fieldwire is a field management application that supports project documentation tracking and communication office-site.
The web and mobile app is designed to help contractors, designers, architects, and engineers in their daily work.
Task management
Reports & Forms
Scheduling Feature
"Fieldwire is my go-to software for quickly looking up pages, or photos, or making plan notes, but it lacks basic quality of life features of other software." Patrick H.
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"Scheduling and remote project management solution with functional reporting capabilities and the collaboration is good." Valarie V.
Capterra Source
Affordable price
Simple, easy-to-use
Program slows down with more drawings uploaded to the system
The software specialises in job site management, so it might not be able to assist in all your processes
Yes, they have operated on the European market since 2017 with an office in France.
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Spectrum is an ERP solution for construction businesses specialising in HVAC, plumbing, mechanical and electrical projects.
The system offers project, equipment, order, and inventory management tools.
Also, it assists in HR, payroll, job cost accounting, and reporting processes.
Job Costing
Data & Reporting
Construction Project Management Tools
"Scheduling for labor, tools, and equipment and comparing against estimate, budget, and actual doesn't functionally exist. We are spending a lot of time, money, and effort to research, source, purchase, and integrate third party applications." Stephen T.
Capterra Source
"Overall I do like Spectrum. I feel like there are areas it could improve in and that I could be made more modern/ appealing to the eye. When I am busy I am able to answer the phone and navigate through Spectrum quickly to get the information I need right away." Kaylee B.
Capterra Source
Relatively easy to implement and start using
Offers extensive reporting options
It’s a little bit legacy system- many aspects should be updated like Cost Projection, Project Management, or Scheduling
Poor reviews of Customer Support and Research & Development
The company is US based, so its solutions might be more customised for US construction companies.
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JNC Construction Manager is a system providing job costing and maintenance solutions for Xero, Sage50, and Sage Accounting.
Construction Manager might be a good choice if you're working on one of these tools and feel you lack construction-specific features.
The systems are integrated, which means you can work and send information without the risk of data loss.
Budget Management
Job Cost Accounting
Quotation Management
"So far, so good. A few teething problems but this was inevitable coming from a software used for the last 10+ years." Cameron W.
Capterra Source
"Construction Manager can only operate with 2 currencies at present so we have had to come up with work arounds for payments not in GBP or Euro." Carrie K.
Capterra Source
Integrations with Accounting Systems: Xero, Sage50 and Sage Accounting
Affordable price for a small business
The previous customers reported bugs happening quite often
Mobile App is not very user-friendly
Yes, the company is UK-based.
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STACK is preconstruction software for construction takeoffs and estimations.
It assists in bid management and proposal creation. Also, it supports the first stages of the delivery process.
STACK might be a good solution for subcontractors, homebuilders, real estate developers, suppliers, and manufacturers.
Plan & Document Management
Cost Management
Estimating & Proposals Generator
"We like the fact that Stack is web-based, enabling us to work in and out of the office, or anywhere we have access to the internet." Daniel Frondorf F.
Capterra Source
"If you want a software to run project from start to finish or a better way to track the process, results, expect to pair this with a CRM software. Not a project management software. Estimating gets it partway there but not a good solution to take a project from lead to completion." Lee S.
Capterra Source
Good software for takeoffs
Easy to use
Specialising mainly in takeoffs and the first stages of project delivery- you might need another tool for the following stages of project delivery
Limited level of customisation
The company is US based, so its solutions might be more customised for US construction firms.
Did you find a solution that might suit you
Before deciding, ensure you've identified your company's problems and the necessary software solutions to solve them.
Only with clear expectations will you be able to invest in the best construction software—the best for your processes.
Why not look at Archdesk as your construction management solution?
Construction management software supports project delivery and business management in construction companies. It provides solutions for construction project management, operations, financials and business.
Also, the construction management system can help in automating repetitive tasks by integration with other systems. It exceeds project management software features, connecting real-time data between teams and departments.
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