Best Construction Project Management Software

Fieldwire is a cloud-based project management solution that includes most of the tools you would need to run a construction business. It isn’t software made specifically for residential or commercial construction, and it’s flexible enough for use by subcontractors up to general contractors. Fieldwire lets each user create tasks, view plans and create or access digital punch lists, which saves a lot of time both in the field and the office.

Having all your documents in one place makes it far easier to offer transparency to clients, so they can see timestamps, change orders and requests for information (RFIs), if requested. Fieldwire relies on you using a third-party storage solution, such as Dropbox, so you’ll likely have to pay for a storage app in addition to Fieldwire. There’s also no specific tool to create bids or proposals, but you can create custom forms and templates, so you can create them yourself and track in Fieldwire.

There is a free plan available, which you can treat as a trial option to see if it fits your business. To use the storage app integrations with Fieldwire, you’ll have to opt for at least the Fieldwire Business plan, which costs £50 per user, per month, if paid annually. The highest tier (Enterprise) requires you to contact Fieldwire for pricing, but it offers an open application programming interface (API) that allows you to integrate any software you use.  Paid plans start at £33 per user, per month and go as high as £63 per user, per month for the most premium tier of service.

Who should use it:
Whether you’re a subcontractor, general contractor or an architect, Fieldwire can be a good solution for every project you’re running. You can access any part of the construction project management software from the mobile app, making it an ideal solution whether you’re on the job site or in the office.

Contractor Foreman follows the typical structure of most construction project management software – it’s cloud-based, so you can access it from your mobile phone, PC or tablet as long as you have an internet connection and the app. What sets Contractor Foreman apart from its competitors is its ease of use. Its user interface offers an intuitive flow, so you can easily get to your tasks, documents, client information, work and change orders, invoices and punch lists.

It’s important to choose the plan that makes the most sense for your business. The lower-tier plans include most of what you need to run a project. The higher-tier plans include the financial features you may need, such as bid management, job costing reports, digital signatures and QuickBooks integrations.

There is a 30-day free trial available, so you can test all the features to make sure it’s right for your company. Most construction project management software has a pricing structure that charges you per user, per month, but Contractor Foreman charges a flat monthly fee for a limited number of users until you hit the highest tier, at which point you can have unlimited users.

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Who should use it:
Contractor Foreman covers everything from project management to financials, so you can run your whole business through one app. It’s best for smaller teams because of the limited user count. It’s super easy to use, but there’s also extensive help in case you need guidance with any feature.

Houzz Pro is a bit of a hybrid construction project management software solution. Its focus is on lead generation for small contractors or subs looking for individual projects, such as home improvement projects. However, it includes the basic tools you would need to offer proposals and manage orders, billing and invoices for landscapers, home builders and interior designers.

Perhaps the most valuable features are for lead generation. On Houzz Pro, you can create a profile to showcase past projects, get lists of verified leads and reach out directly to leads to submit a bid on a project. Beyond the marketing features, you’ll find the cloud-based app lets you connect with your team and clients to offer transparency to all parties. Create proposals from templates, or make your own, set up a timeline so clients know when they can expect a finished product and deliver estimates and invoices—and accept payment through the app. You can also update to-do lists and track project progress in real time.

There’s a free trial available for every plan. The Starter plan is £49 per month, the Essential plan is £80 per month and the Pro plan is $199 per month, but the most value comes from the high-tier Pro plan, which is £299 per month.

One caveat to mention is that dissatisfied Houzz Pro customers are quick to post reviews. There are some good reviews for the service and software, but there are lots of negative ones, too. Not every user has gotten great leads, and many say that canceling a subscription can be difficult, at best.

Who should use it:
Small construction businesses that want more exposure, especially locally, and need an all-in-one marketing and project management tool. Users are limited in the low- to mid-tier plans, but they’re unlimited at the highest-priced plan, so keep this in mind when choosing Houzz Pro.

As a general project management software, monday.com can work well for both construction companies and subcontractors. It’s a flexible option that’s easy to use and affordable, but you won’t find any industry-specific features or tools in this app. This is a simple and elegant way to ensure everyone on the team knows who is doing what, when each task will be done and the status of each task.

There is a free version available that may be useful for a solo entrepreneur (though it allows for two users), but it’s a bit limiting. Paid plans range from £7 to £14 per user per month (if billed annually, with a three-user minimum), and with each tier come more useful features, such as automations and integrations. You can offer guest access to the app at the mid-tier level, which could be useful to show a client the progress of a project.

Storage is generous, but not unlimited, so you may have to delete files or photos along the way as you add new projects. Integrating other apps through Zapier may help to extend the functionality of monday.com for your construction company’s needs, but you won’t get a lot of help with this unless you opt for the highest-priced plan.

Who should use it:
If all you need is an easy-to-use project management app that lets everyone on (and off) the job site track the progress of tasks and projects, monday.com could be a good solution for you.

monday.com’s free tier works best for individuals and pairs, while its upgraded service plans fit small businesses and larger enterprises alike.