Looking for Advise!

[Matthew Bernal]

Can anybody recommend good software for budgeting construction projects and creating detailed scopes of work? What are the pros and cons of the software you are currently using? 

[Brandon Ribeiro]

We’ve found that CoConstruct and Buildertrend are solid for budgeting and detailed scopes of work—especially helpful when coordinating with investors or lenders who want transparency. Both platforms allow you to create line-item budgets, manage timelines, and centralize communication, which helps keep financing partners comfortable with the project’s progress.

A quick pro/con:

• CoConstruct: Great for custom builders; intuitive interface, but might be overkill for simpler projects.

• Buildertrend: Very robust and integrates well with QuickBooks; there’s a bit of a learning curve, though.

It really depends on the scale and type of projects you’re managing. Happy to share what’s worked well for us if you’re working on something similar.