construction project management software

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Construction software referes to a range of computer software applications designed for businesses in construction, civil engineering, real estate development, and architecture industries. Applications function in the operations and management of construction projects, with modules in project management, materials and cost estimating, service and human resource management, and accounting.

Computer-aided engineering (often referred to as CAE) is the use of information technology for supporting engineers in tasks such as analysis, simulation, design, manufacture, planning, diagnosis and repair.

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Construction Software Modules

Project Management
Construction project management software manages various components of complex projects, including scheduling, communication, and resource allocation. Due to complexity of construction projects and large number of internal employees and subcontractors involved, construction project management software typically focuses on the contributions of individuals to a project's progress. Applications include the ability to assign components of a project to an individual or company, as well as specifications and time frame necessary for completion. In addition, applications typically allow users to track use of resources and to document changes in a project's costs, materials, or personnel.

To facilitate collaboration among several individuals or companies, construction project management software is delivered as software as a service. This model allows for contributors to communicate and to manage the progress of the project over the world wide web via a hosted server.

Estimating
Construction estimating software aids the user in providing estimates of the costs, materials, and quantities necessary for construction projects. Applications typically require user input of a large number of parameters, such as building dimensions, materials specifications, and budgets, and then automate the process by which estimates are produced. Full reports of a project's total cost, cost per input, and cost for changes are generated to streamline the difficult and complex process of associating different materials and quantities with final project costs.

Estimating applications are often delivered with digitizers that incorporate various sensors to determine electronic blueprints. Users can implement digitizers to scan architectural plans and output automated estimates of materials and quantities necessary for construction. Minimal user input is required and time required to generate estimates can be reduced when using digitizers.

Accounting
Construction accounting software provides specialized abilities to process financial transactions made by construction firms. Applications automate the processes of company payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable, with specialized functionality to handle large amounts of third party contractors associated with company finances. Applications allow users to track financial transactions and parameters of individual projects or components of a project, and are typically integrated into purchase orders and agreements made by construction firms. Reporting of overhead, labor costs, project and change order costs, revenues, and margins is typically included in construction accounting applications.

Human Resource Management
Applications designed to facilitate management of human resources for construction firms focus on two groups of individuals: internal employees and third-party contractors. This module typically provides the ability to document the tasks, performance, attendance, time employed, and benefits provided to internal employees. The tasks of external contractors can be managed as well, with the additional ability to document their past projects, agreements, and correspondence.

Service Management
Construction software also provides benefits in the management and administration of service-related functions and resources. Call management, customer service tracking and reporting, and dispatch control are generally integrated by application into a dashboard to facilitate tracking a project across multiple management criteria. The allocation and use of equipment, tools, and other materials can also be tracked and managed using service management applications.

Construction management refers either to the study and practice of the managerial and technological aspects of the construction industry (including construction, construction science, construction management, and construction technology), or to a business model where one party to a construction contract serves as a construction consultant, providing both design and construction advice.