Contractor Foreman Reviews

“Simple navigation”

Pros

Its not complicated to use and whenever help is needed, the support team is quick to step in. Their support honestly deserves more credit because they are incredibly helpful. They'll spend as much time with you as necessary, go out of their way to provide whatever training you need and even follow up with calls to make sure you're getting the most out of the system.

Cons

Takes some time to understand it. That had more to do with not always enjoying the process of learning new software especially after being used to a different system. Even with that, I ended up being pleasantly surprised because it turned out to be one of the simplest platforms to use.

“Detailed tools with strong integration”

Pros

The platform feels very professional and gives information in a lot of depth. The QuickBooks integration is also a big plus because it helps speed up the accounting process.

Cons

Getting started with it is pretty complicated. There are so many details involved and you have to configure almost every single thing for each project and each person.

“EVERYTHING WORKED WELL”

Pros

Pretty much everything about it has worked well for us. It's been really convenient having projects, costs, time tracking, estimates and invoices all together in one place because it makes managing the whole job much simpler. The pricing is also very affordable compared with other similar software we looked at. On top of that, the customer support has been fantastic, I usually wait no more than a minute to reach someone on chat whenever I need help.

Cons

The only issue we run into is with very large estimates. At that point, the software tends to slow down quite a bit and it becomes harder to move around because everything starts lagging while it loads.

“affordable and practical”

Pros

Compared with other options, it really sets itself apart by bringing together complete project management, financial tracking and CRM tools in a single platform, while still being affordable and practical for small to mid-sized construction companies. Some competitors may be stronger in specific areas like field operations, enterprise-level integrations or customer communication but Contractor Foreman delivers a well-rounded solution that works well for everyday operations across a wide range of projects.

Cons

Every now and then the system slows down although it usually only lasts a few minutes. There are also times when I try to save changes to my projects while the platform is running updates and those changes do not get saved.

“all-in-one project tracking”

Pros

Having schedules, daily logs and documents all together in one place makes managing projects a lot more convenient. Supervisors are able to update progress, photos and reports in real time which keeps everyone informed without delays. The job cost tracking and change order tools are also really useful for staying on top of the budget and keeping projects financially under control.

Cons

There is definitely a bit of a learning curve when someone is new to the platform. Form and workflow customization also feels somewhat limited and the scheduling tools are not as user-friendly when you're dealing with more complex projects.

“keeps everything organized”

Pros

Having Contractor Foreman puts our schedules, logs, budgets and team communication all in one place which keeps everything much more organized. It's simple to work with, reasonably priced and whenever we need help, the support team responds quickly.

Cons

At times, the mobile app feels a little slow and report customization could offer more flexibility. A cleaner-looking interface and quicker photo uploads would make the platform even better.

“Affordable with fantastic support”

Pros

Appreciate the pricing and how responsive the customer service team is. The time card tracking works really well and putting together estimates is quick and simple. The software is also very user-friendly which makes day-to-day use much easier.

Cons

It doesn't have quite as many advanced features as some competing platforms but they're regularly improving it and consistently releasing upgrades.

“user-friendly workflow for tracking”

Pros

The layout is simple and easy to understand. The workflow feels user-friendly for both me and my team and because of that, our record-keeping has improved significantly. My employees picked up the app quickly as well which has really helped us track time and expenses more accurately.

Cons

each project only allows a single estimate. It would be much better to have a subcategory within one project so multiple estimates and schedules of values could be created for the same property or client.

“Simple forms and reliable time tracking”

Pros

the simple forms and in-app time tracking worked really well for our field staff. It made handling the required paperwork and time cards much more simple for the crew and having the GPS tracking included was a big help too.

Cons

Overall the software has been very good but as our company grew, the forms didn't fully keep pace with what we needed or the amount of paperwork we had to process.

“crew scheduling keeps us connected”

Pros

It brings the whole company together in one place. The crew scheduling feature has been especially excellent.

Cons

A frustrating limitation has been the inability to display a sales discount properly. Showing it as a negative number affected our accounting and because of that, we can't even list a sales discount as a minus-one product anymore.

“Flexible setup with reliable support”

Pros

Having so many parts of the platform that can be customized to match how we work has been a huge plus for our team. It did take quite a while to get everything configured around our specific processes but the live chat and training materials were extremely useful throughout setup and onboarding. Being able to reach responsive support whenever needed has made a real difference. We also value being able to use the platform over Wi-Fi, access it through the mobile app and make use of the built-in camera features. The auto-save feature has been especially helpful in the field and has saved us from losing data more than once.

Cons

The system is flexible but getting the initial setup right can take a good amount of time. There were also a few fields and titles that we weren't able to edit which sometimes limited how we wanted to organize certain workflows although it still gives us most of what we need to be successful. We've also run into limited camera functionality on some Android devices which has made it harder for part of our crew to document work efficiently while out in the field.

“helpful ticket tracking, limited flexibility”

Pros

Being able to attach photos and invoices to each service ticket makes it much easier to follow the entire job from start to finish.

Cons

There's basically no way to customize the system at all. Any changes have to be approved through votes from a large group of users so if other companies don't use the platform the same way you do, the chances of getting new options added are pretty low.

“transparent project visibility”

Pros

It has been a really positive experience. The platform is user-friendly, the support chat is available and genuinely helpful and the knowledge base is useful when questions come up. It also gives us the flexibility to keep track of how our projects are progressing and whether they're staying on schedule.

Cons

A few parts of the financial side feel a bit backwards. The navigation is not always user-friendly, particularly for new users and there can be occasional bugs or slower load times especially when working with larger projects or when many users are on at once.

“Well-organized templates and projects”

Pros

Having the design templates clearly laid out and ready to use for clients is a big plus. I also really appreciate how well it keeps clients and projects organized.

Cons

Some of the other features especially the scheduling section, could work better. I'm also not a fan of how the main page is organized.

“proactive support and flexible plans”

Pros

Over the past three years of using it, I've seen that they genuinely take feedback seriously and are always ready to make improvements. Whenever I've had a question or run into an issue, the live chat has been extremely efficient and quick to provide help right away. It also has a variety of plans available so you can choose the one that fits exactly what you need and what you want to pay for.

Cons

Honestly I don't have any real complaints. If there's ever been something I didn't care for, they've put in the effort to fix it so I can keep using the system the way I need to.

“Solid value and support”

Pros

From our team's perspective, the value for money, data management and customer support have all been fantastic.

Cons

The only areas where this software feels a bit lacking are customization and the user interface which isn't always the most user-friendly.

“Handy app for site updates”

Pros

Working as an assistant site manager, this app was really useful for staying in contact with my manager and the lead site manager. It also helped me log snags for him and send photos in a way that kept everything safely stored and secure.

Cons

The time tracker wasn't flawless, though. At times it would freeze while I was using it and then wouldn't let me log out.

“helpful support and strong value”

Pros

Customer support stands out. The weekly Q&A sessions and training videos have been really helpful and I appreciate that the team listens to suggestions and updates the site pretty regularly. It makes it clear they care about users and are always working to improve the experience. The project management side also does a very good job of keeping information organized and overall the platform delivers a lot of value for the price.

Cons

My biggest complaint with it is that it stays very focused on project management. It would be much more useful if some modules were built more with business owners in mind especially for tracking more than just job reporting. For example, the opportunities and leads area could be far more practical if it worked more like a CRM. Because of the current limitations, finding specific information or building a workflow there can sometimes feel a bit disorganized.

“All-in-one construction management”

Pros

Running a construction company is much more manageable with everything in one place. It covers estimating, scheduling, contract management and project management which makes it a very capable all-in-one system.

Cons

The one thing it's missing is inventory control. It would be even better if on-site inventory could be logged and tracked directly in Contractor Foreman.

“all project details in one place”

Pros

Getting around the software is simple and it's very user-friendly. Having all project reports, forms and photos stored in one place is really helpful when trying to track down specific items.

Cons

Stock management could be improved especially the lack of inventory connected to forms. Some of the reporting features could also be better, along with the ability to use every field.