Autodesk Build

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Construction Management
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The best of PlanGrid and much more - the next evolution of construction management software

How to Replace Autodesk Build

Overview

Autodesk Build is a cloud-based construction management platform that combines the best features of PlanGrid and BIM 360. It provides construction professionals with real-time access to project plans, files, issues, photos, forms, assets, RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, schedules, and budget controls across web and mobile devices.

Features

27 features across 20 categories

Administration(1)

Admin Console

Organizational admin features for managing users, licenses, and accounts

Also in: Notion, Airtable, Smartsheet

Analytics(1)

Machine Learning Risk AnalysisAI

Machine learning based risk analysis for project forecasting

Also in: Hugging Face, Notion, Smartsheet

Asset Management(1)

Asset and Model-based Tracking

Track assets and models throughout the project lifecycle

Cloud Storage(1)

Cloud-based Storage

All project information stored in the cloud for accessibility from anywhere

Desktop Application(1)

Windows Desktop App

PlanGrid desktop app for Windows laptops, desktop computers, and tablets (including Surface) on Windows 10 or higher

Document Management(2)

Autodesk Docs Access

Access to Autodesk Docs included in all Autodesk Build subscriptions

RFIs and Submittals

More configurable and robust RFIs and Submittals management

File Management(2)

Photo Management

Store and organize project photos

Unlimited Sheets

Unlimited sheets included in per-user pricing plans

Also in: Ironclad, monday.com, Smartsheet

Financial Management(4)

Budget Controls

Budget, Expense, Change Order and Forecasting tools for cost control

Change Order Management

Tools for managing change orders and costs

Cost Forecasting

Forecasting tools for project cost management

Expense Tracking

Track and manage project expenses

Forms & Data Collection(1)

Forms

Configurable forms for project documentation

Guarantee(1)

30-day Money Back Guarantee

No-hassle 30-day money-back guarantee

Localization(1)

Multi-language Support

Support for Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English (UK and US), French, French Canadian, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Spanish, and Swedish

Meetings(1)

Meeting Minutes

Recording and management of meeting minutes

Mobile(2)

Mobile App - Android

Access PlanGrid projects through Autodesk Construction Cloud mobile app on Android

Mobile App - iOS

Access PlanGrid projects through Autodesk Construction Cloud mobile app on iOS

Professional Services(1)

Expert Delivery ServicesPremium

Delivery service team available for extra support and implementation

Project Management(2)

Issue Tracking

Track and manage project issues in real-time

Real-time Project Plans Access

Access to project plans and sheets in real-time across teams

Scheduling(1)

Meetings and Schedule Tools

New meeting planning and schedule management tools

Security(1)

Enterprise-grade Security

Enterprise-grade security for data protection

Specifications(1)

AutoSpecs

Included in construction operations bundle offering

Support(1)

24/7 Expert Support

Expert support team available 24 hours a day, Monday through Friday

Training(1)

Free Training Videos

Free, 5-minute training videos available on-demand

Pricing

Per User Pricing

Popular
Custom - Contact for pricing
  • Real-time project insights
  • Cost tracking
  • Schedule management
  • Unlimited sheets
  • Mobile and desktop access

Unlimited User Pricing

Custom - Contact Sales
  • Unlimited projects
  • Unlimited seats
  • Flexible and predictable pricing
  • Connect teams and workflows
  • Company-wide project standardization
  • All features of Per User plan

Construction Operations Bundle

Custom - Contact Sales
  • Autodesk Build
  • Autodesk Docs
  • AutoSpecs
  • Pype
  • Closeout
  • Powerful automation integration

Educational License

Free
  • Free access to Autodesk Construction Cloud
  • Available through Autodesk Education Plan

Cost Calculator

Pricing data not available for Autodesk Build. Check their website for current pricing.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a Autodesk Build alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 27 features.

Buy Autodesk Build

Better Value
Monthly costContact Sales
3-year totalVaries
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$12,000
Maintenance$180/mo
3-year total$18,480
Dev time~1 months

Buying Autodesk Build saves ~$18,480 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 27 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

8 known integrations

AssembleAutodesk DocsAutoSpecsBIM 360BuildingConnectedCloseoutProEstPype