Construction and Contracting Software in the UAE

Contracting profit is decided on site and in the paperwork: whether variations are priced and approved, whether subcontractor claims are checked, whether retention is tracked and whether the next progress invoice goes out on time. Crafts Software builds and customizes project and cost management software for UAE contractors, MEP companies, fit-out firms and consultants.

From tender to final account

• Tenders and quotations built from a bill of quantities, with rates, markups and revisions kept.
• Project budgets by cost code, comparing budget, committed and actual cost as work proceeds.
• Subcontractors and suppliers. Purchase orders, work orders, measured claims, payment certificates and back-charges.
• Variations. Raise, price, approve and link each variation to the contract value.
• Progress billing. Interim invoices based on certified percentages, with advance recovery and retention held and released.
• Site reports with daily progress, manpower, photos and issues, available on a phone.

People, equipment and documents

Link labour and attendance to project cost, track equipment and vehicles, and keep permits, insurance, labour documents and licences with expiry alerts. See HR and payroll software. Contracts, drawings, approvals and correspondence can be filed against each project so the latest version is always clear. Our contractor software guide covers what to look for.

Management view

Directors see cash flow, receivables, unbilled work and margin by project in one dashboard, instead of waiting for month-end. Accounting integrates with the rest of the company through ERP.

Where the money leaks

Most contractors lose margin in four places: unpriced variations, late progress invoices, subcontractor overpayment and retention that is never claimed. A system that lists unapproved variations, uncertified work and retention due makes each leak visible every week. Start by agreeing one weekly meeting that reviews those four lists.

Frequently asked questions

Can we import our BOQ from Excel?

Yes. We map your columns and import items, quantities and rates.

Does it handle multiple companies or sites?

Yes. Projects can be grouped by company, region or client, with permissions by role.

Can consultants and clients get access?

A limited portal can show progress, documents and invoices without exposing costs or margins.

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