Core Features Summary

14Build offers a comprehensive suite of tools to streamline construction project management, bidding, financial operations, and on-site activities. Below is an overview of the platform’s core features, organized by functionality and user benefit.

1. Project Management

Manage all project-related activities in one place with tools to plan, monitor, and execute tasks.

Key Features:

Project Creation:
- Create projects with detailed descriptions, budgets, timelines, and assigned teams.
- Generate unique project IDs and manage project lifecycle.
Project Lifecycle Management:
- Track projects through key phases: Draft, Planning, In Progress, Completed, and On Hold.
Role-Based Access:
- Assign roles and permissions for team members to ensure secure access.
Project Documentation:
- Upload and manage project attachments, photos, and documents.

Benefit: Streamlined project workflows reduce delays and improve clarity for all stakeholders.

2. Schedule of Quantity (SOQ)

SOQ is the backbone of accurate cost estimation and project planning.

Key Features:

Dynamic SOQ Creation:
- Add materials, labor, quantities, unit rates, and costs to manage project budgets.
- Organize items into categories and jobs for better structure.
AI-Powered Job Creation:
- Use AI assistance to generate job descriptions and estimates automatically.
Material and Labor Management:
- Track materials with attachments, product links, and cost calculations.
- Manage labor requirements with staff counts, hours, and hourly rates.
Cost Summaries:
- Get automatic cost breakdowns for materials, labor, and total project estimates.

Benefit: Accurate, real-time cost estimation ensures better financial control over projects.

3. Tender and Bidding Management

Simplify the tendering process with tools for managing RFPs, bids, and awards.

Key Features:

Request for Proposal (RFP):
- Create detailed RFPs tied to project SOQs.
- Define scope, deadlines, and required deliverables.
Request to Supply (RTS):
- Allow contractors to submit bids with quantities, cost breakdowns, and timelines.
- Attach supporting documents like timelines, certifications, and cost breakdowns.
Bid Evaluation:
- Compare bids side-by-side and evaluate costs, deliverables, and timelines.
Awarding Bids:
- Select the winning bid and manage the award process.

Benefit: A structured tendering process ensures fair competition and project success.

4. Financial Management

Comprehensive financial tools for managing invoices, escrow agreements, and transactions.

Key Features:

Invoice Management:
- Create, track, and manage invoices with status monitoring.
- Support for partial payments and payment tracking.
Escrow Agreements:
- Create escrow agreements for secure payment management.
- Track escrow status and release conditions.
Demand and Supply Management:
- Create demand requests and supply offers.
- Track financial transactions and agreements.

Benefit: Integrated financial management ensures transparency and proper payment tracking.

5. User Management and Verification

Manage your teams, contractors, and external collaborators efficiently.

Key Features:

Role-Based User Management:
- Create and manage users with specific roles and permissions.
- Bulk user operations and filtering capabilities.
KYC/KYB Verification:
- Individual KYC verification with document upload.
- Business KYB verification with company registration details.
User Filtering and Search:
- Advanced filtering by role, status, and entity type.
- Search functionality for quick user identification.

Benefit: Secure user verification and efficient team management.

6. On-Site Management

Coming Soon - Real-time tracking and management of on-site activities and resources.

Benefit: Real-time visibility into on-site operations will improve safety and efficiency.

7. Reporting and Analytics

Comprehensive reporting and analytics for project insights.

Key Features:

Project Analytics:
- Track project progress, costs, and timelines.
- Generate reports on project performance.
Financial Reports:
- Monitor invoicing, payments, and financial health.
- Track outstanding amounts and payment status.
Operational Insights:
- Analyze project activities and resource utilization.
- Monitor project performance and compliance metrics.

Benefit: Data-driven insights enable better decision-making and project optimization.

8. AI-Powered Features

Leverage artificial intelligence to enhance productivity and accuracy.

Key Features:

AI Job Creation:
- Generate job descriptions and estimates using AI.
- Automate routine SOQ creation tasks.
Smart Cost Estimation:
- AI-assisted cost calculations and rate suggestions.
- Automated quantity and material recommendations.

Benefit: AI assistance reduces manual work and improves estimation accuracy.

Platform Benefits

By using 14Build, construction professionals can:

Streamline Workflows: All project activities in one integrated platform.
Improve Accuracy: AI-assisted estimations and real-time cost tracking.
Enhance Collaboration: Role-based access and real-time updates.
Ensure Compliance: Built-in safety and verification processes.
Optimize Resources: Efficient project planning and resource management.
Increase Transparency: Comprehensive reporting and status tracking.

Getting Started

To begin using 14Build:

Create an Account: Sign up and complete KYC/KYB verification.
Set Up Your First Project: Create a project with basic details and timeline.
Build Your SOQ: Add materials, labor, and cost estimates.
Launch Tenders: Create RFPs and invite contractors to bid.
Monitor Project Progress: Track project milestones and deliverables.
Monitor Finances: Create invoices and track payments.

14Build provides a complete solution for modern construction management, enabling teams to work more efficiently and deliver projects successfully.