Construction Operations & Insights
OUR STORY
Helping the construction industry start every project on a solid foundation
WHO WE ARE
Transforming the Construction Industry, One Project at a Time
At ConstructConnect, we provide the data and software to help contractors and manufacturers find, bid, and win the right projects. We’ve built our tools by bringing together some of the best software in the industry, making sure you have everything you need to succeed. Our goal is to make the process easier and more efficient, so you can focus on getting the job done.
Our Mission
To help the construction industry start every project on a solid foundation.
Our Vision
To power the people and projects that build thriving communities.
OUR HISTORY
From Acquisition to Innovation
Building the company of the future starts with honoring the strongest pillars of the past. For over 100 years, our team has been dedicated to developing industry-trusted tools that provide valuable opportunities and insights for our customers.
1911
Journal of Commerce Founded
Journal of Commerce is founded as a trusted publication and resource for Western Canada's construction industry. Providing project updates, economic news, legal notices, and tenders.
1927
Daily Commerical News Founded
Daily Commercial News is founded as the beacon of Eastern Canada's construction industry. Providing industry news, certificates and notices, project-related information, and tenders.
1977
Construction Data Corporation News (CDC News) Founded
Construction Data Corporation News is founded as a news resource that provided project-related construction starts data for contractors in the great Philadelphia metro area.
1982
Construction Market Data (CMD Group) Opens First Office
Construction Market Data opens its first office and working plan room, tracking data and 5-year forecasts on hundreds of thousands of projects in both the United States and Canada.
1988
OnCenter Software Founded
OnCenter Software is founded as a first of its kind, providing market-leading digital takeoff and estimating tools, now known as, On-Screen Takeoff, Quick Bid, and Digital Control Process.
1991
QuoteSoft Founded
QuoteSoft is formed to deliver digital estimating tools for the mechanical, piping, plumbing, HVAC, and ductwork industry.
1993
iSqFt Founded
iSqFt is founded, helping General Contractors source localized public projects and share invitations to bid with their preferred Subcontractors.
1993
Canadian News Publications Acquired
JOC and DCN acquired by CMD Group.
1996
Construction Journal Founded
Construction Journal founded as a subscription-based data lead service for contractors in a majority of the United States.
2002
BidClerk Founded
BidClerk is founded as the most cost-efficient provider of national preconstruction project leads for the industry.
2006
SmartBid Founded
SmartBid is formed, providing a way to help general contractors communicate and collaborate more effectively with subcontractors in a custom bidding software solution.
2007
PlanSwift Founded
PlanSwift is formed, providing easy-to-use, comparatively inexpensive takeoff and estimation tools for residential and commercial contractors
2016
ConstructConnect Formed
ConstructConnect formed by merging iSqFt, BidClerk, CDC News, and Construction Market Data creating the new market leader for project data in both the United States and Canada.
2017
ConstructConnect Acquires OnCenter Software
OnCenter Software merges into ConstructConnect expanding their offering of digital takeoff and estimating solutions to the market.
2018
ConstructConnect Acquires Bid and Takeoff Solutions
ConstructConnect acquires SmartBid, QuoteSoft, and PlanSwift. Expanding it's offering of bid management and estimating solutions.
2016-2023
ConstructConnect Innovates
ConstructConnect continues to innovate and expand its market offerings with the acquisition of Construction Journal and introduction an innovation of Al assisted takeoff tools.
OUR PRODUCTS
Designed To Help You Win Your Next Project
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Project Data
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Manufacturer Insights
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Takeoff & Estimating
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Bid Management
Project Information You Can Trust
Our ConstructConnect Project Intelligence and Intelligent Leads products are powered by features from some of the best in the industry, including trusted names like iSqFt, CMD Group, BidClerk, and Construction Journal. Together, our products give you access to the latest and most comprehensive public and private project data in the construction industry.
A Manufacturers Platform Built to Help You Get Specified
The ConstructConnect Insight Platform is built to give Building Product Manufacturers a competitive edge in the product specification market. With a range of solutions that are built to be tailored to your business needs, our products including Intelligent Leads, Analyze, Forecast, Sync, and Publ work together to create a seamless process designed for driving results.
Fast, Accurate Bids – The New Standard in Your Workflow
Accurately estimate costs and deliver detailed bid proposals both easier and faster with digital takeoff and estimating products from ConstructConnect. Find a product match for your business with industry-known names like Planswift®, On-Screen Takeoff™, QuickBid®, and QuoteSoft®.
Seamlessly manage your bids from start to finish
Save time and streamline your bidding process with tools like ConstructConnect Bid Management, SmartBid, and iSqFt, allowing you to create and manage individual bid packages easily. Simplify project management by using a digital platform to send invites, track progress, and collaborate with your team. Plus, effortlessly move project data from search to bid management and takeoff, keeping everything organized and efficient.
CONSTRUCTCONNECT BLOG
Insights You Need for Pre-Construction Success
Construction Operations & Insights
Tips from an Expert: 5 Best Practices to Stay Organized in Your Bidding Process
Apr 23, 2025
Corporate Culture & Outreach
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Apr 17, 2025
Construction Operations & Insights
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Apr 17, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is ConstructConnect?
ConstructConnect provides software to help commercial subcontractors, general contractors, and building product manufacturers manage their preconstruction process. Backed by over 100 years of experience and acquisitions like iSqFt®, BidClerk®, Construction Journal®, On-Screen Takeoff® and PlanSwift®, our tools simplify finding, bidding, and estimating projects.
What products or services do you offer?
What sets your company apart from competitors in your industry?
At ConstructConnect, we provide the industry’s most comprehensive database of commercial construction projects, giving our customers early access to more opportunities. Our fully integrated takeoff, estimating, and bid management tools streamline workflows and help teams work more efficiently. We offer unmatched visibility for building product manufacturers, showing where their products are being specified so they can act strategically. Backed by dedicated support and powerful market insights, we help our users bid smarter and win more work. We’re not just another construction technology company, we’re a partner in your growth.
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Precision matters in preconstruction. Start your next project with confidence with ConstructConnect.
