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Likelihood to Recommend
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
BuildingConnected is a great tool for construction managers and general contractors working over a wide area that rely on collecting multiple bids. BuildingConnected does a great job at presenting new contractors that may fit the bill for who you need to look at and price a job. Its simple interface allows you to easily see who the main point of contact is at a company, and place comments for your team to review after corresponding with these companies.

Verified User
Project Manager in Engineering
Construction Company, 201-500 employeesBuildertrend
Perfect for General Contractor's and subcontractor's that want to be a leader in their industry. Sure, you can limp along without a management system but you won't be able to take your business to the next level in most cases. If you are small enough and only doing one maybe two jobs at a time and you are good at keeping every single detail in your head and don't have any issues with schedule or timeframes then you may not need this. However, I have not been in a situation where software like Buildertrend didn't/couldn't add significant value and a need in my company
Operations Manager
WTD4, LLC.Construction, 1-10 employees
Feature Rating Comparison
Construction Project & Field Management
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
9.1
Buildertrend
9.7
Plan distribution & viewing
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
9.4
Buildertrend
9.8
Plan markups & sharing
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
7.5
Buildertrend
9.8
Issue tracking & punchlists
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
9.9
Buildertrend
9.7
Photo documentation
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
9.3
Buildertrend
9.8
Jobsite reports
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
10.0
Buildertrend
9.7
Document sharing
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
9.6
Buildertrend
9.8
RFI tools
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
8.4
Buildertrend
9.7
Collaboration & approvals
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
10.0
Buildertrend
9.7
As-built drawings
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
7.8
Buildertrend
8.7
Mobile app
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
9.9
Buildertrend
9.7
Submittal design and management
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
8.6
Buildertrend
9.7
Estimating
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
8.8
Buildertrend
9.8
Takeoff tools
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
8.7
Buildertrend
9.9
Job costing
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
8.7
Buildertrend
9.8
Cost databases
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
8.0
Buildertrend
9.8
Cost calculator
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
9.3
Buildertrend
9.8
Bid creation
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
9.5
Buildertrend
9.8
Pros
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
- Helps keep track of multiple jobs at once
- Helps sort your bid invites into won/lost/pending/archived etc.
- It is a central location where general contractors can put all their updated files and addendum
- Lets you see which contractors are bidding the same job so you can coordinate your estimating
Estimator and Project Manager
Century Exteriors Inc.Construction, 11-50 employees
Buildertrend
- The subcontractor PO management area makes managing the scope of work and payments for each subcontractor extremely easy and is well organized.
- The material selections section also greatly simplifies and organizes a somewhat challenging aspect of remodeling.
- The ability for customers to view the total project cost and make payments online is a major time saver and improves our cashflow.
General Manager
Integrity Home Contracting, LLCConstruction, 1-10 employees
Cons
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
- There was a previous glitch where bid forms have been updated by subcontractors that have accessed a former version are not able to access the updated/new bid form.
- I would like to see the ability for BuildingConnected to automatically send a bid reminder to bidders at a set amount of time prior to the bid date.
Preconstruction Manager
NOVO ConstructionConstruction, 1001-5000 employees
Buildertrend
- Onsite consultants. There is a demand for this service that is great enough to allow outside BuilderTrend Super-Users like me to partner with BuilderTrend and make this a reality.
- As their company grows, their support needs to grow as well.
- Provide incentives for Super Users that are helping BuilderTrend acquire new business. Advocates should be their best friend.
Founder
Custom Craft ConsultingConstruction, 1-10 employees
Usability
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product 10.0
Based on 1 answer
Very easy to use.
Office Manager and PM Assist
SD Clifton Construction, Inc.Construction, 11-50 employees
Buildertrend
Buildertrend 10.0
Based on 1 answer
Fantastic usablity. Buildertrend is an amazing tool that offers superior customer service and attention to detail that is unmatched. I will continue to use them for years and I know they will make growing my company a possibility. I highly recommend for companies that want to streamline their business.
Operations Manager
WTD4, LLC.Construction, 1-10 employees
Support Rating
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product 8.9
Based on 14 answers
They are constantly reaching out to see if there is anything they can teach us. It can be a bit aggravating when it is constant, but I know that they have our best interest at heart. They also had all of us do multiple Skype meetings with a support rep to make sure we understood the software.

Verified User
Analyst in Other
Construction Company, 201-500 employeesBuildertrend
Buildertrend 10.0
Based on 1 answer
I highly recommend. The only suggestion I have would be to offer a free trial. They do offer a 30 day money back guarantee. The price point isn't daunting if you have had a 100 % no strings attached/no effort to cancel or try to remember to get your money back - no strings attached chance to try out the product. Especially for such a big purchase decision, I think Buildertrend would see an incredible increase in sales. They have the value and companies just need a chance to see it first hand.
Operations Manager
WTD4, LLC.Construction, 1-10 employees
Implementation Rating
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product 10.0
Based on 2 answers
Quick and easy. Pretty much menu-driven
Office Manager and PM Assist
SD Clifton Construction, Inc.Construction, 11-50 employees
Buildertrend
No score
No answers yet
No answers on this topic
Alternatives Considered
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
Have used BlueBook Construction, which has a smooth, quick search for local contractors. Still, they don't allow us the client project creation. I even had issues with them displaying proper project descriptions based upon was receiving inadequate and or erroneous bid proposals, and the engagement manager was not flexible in resolving the problem!
Estimator
Davaco LPConstruction, 1001-5000 employees
Buildertrend
I am still very new with using BuilderTrend but enjoy using the application. When we have an issue or a feature addition the BuilderTrend team is very responsive to help or point us to where we may seek an answer.

Verified User
Manager in Information Technology
Construction Company, 51-200 employeesReturn on Investment
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
- Allows our company to accurately estimate the cost of a project.
- Helps us to reach out to qualified subcontractors based on past experience and history with our company.
- Contains bid leveling capabilities to ensure that all proposals cover a full scope of work.

Verified User
Employee in Professional Services
Construction Company, 1001-5000 employeesBuildertrend
- Staying on schedule.
- Establishing, analyzing and not exceeding the budget.
- Coordinating information throughout team members.

Verified User
Employee in Professional Services
Construction Company, 1001-5000 employeesScreenshots
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
—Pricing Details
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product
General
Free Trial
—Free/Freemium Version
—Premium Consulting/Integration Services
—Entry-level set up fee?
No
BuildingConnected, an Autodesk product Editions & Modules
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Additional Pricing Details
—Buildertrend
General
Free Trial
—Free/Freemium Version
—Premium Consulting/Integration Services
—Entry-level set up fee?
No
Buildertrend Editions & Modules
Edition
Core | $2991 |
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Pro | $4991 |
Premium | Contact for quote |
- per month