Construction

Module for Managing Construction with ERPNext

A Full Digital System for Building, Contracting, and Running Projects

The ERPNext Construction Management Module is a complete system made for:

It helps you manage projects, job costing, materials, labour, equipment, subcontractors, procurement, billing, and progress tracking in one central system.

ERPNext provides a single platform to plan, execute, monitor, and control construction operations with full accuracy—removing the need for spreadsheets and manual processes.

This module helps you:

1. Project Setup — The First Step in Planning a Construction Project

Create a Complete Project Master

You can create and manage projects such as:

Each project includes:

This ensures proper planning and clear structure for every project.

Define Project Stages / Phases

Break down a project into smaller phases:

This helps track cost, progress, and timeline for each stage.

2. Budgeting and BOQ — Controlling Costs from the Start

Create Detailed BOQs (Bill of Quantities)

You can prepare BOQs for:

Each BOQ item includes:

Monitor Budget Health

ERPNext allows you to track:

This ensures complete cost control from beginning to end.

3. Job Costing — The Core of Construction Accounting

ERPNext automatically tracks all job costs, including:

Material Costs

Labour Costs

Machinery & Equipment Costs

Subcontractor Costs

Everything stays connected to the job costing system for full clarity.

4. Material Management — Never Run Out of Supplies

Construction needs continuous material availability.

Material Requests from Site

Site teams can request:

Restocking and Reordering

The system ensures:

Project Material Issue Tracking

When materials are issued, ERPNext tracks:

This prevents misuse, theft, and wastage.

5. Procurement & Subcontracting — Smooth Vendor Operations

Procurement Workflow

Subcontractor Management

Manage all subcontractor operations:

This reduces disputes and improves collaboration.

6. Timesheets & Labour Tracking — Monitor Productivity

Daily Timesheets

Track:

Labour Allocation

Assign workers to:

Productivity Analysis

Monitor:

7. Equipment & Machinery Management — Maximise Utilisation

Equipment Usage Logs

Track usage for:

Running & Fuel Cost Tracking

Record:

Preventive Maintenance

Schedule routine service:

This reduces breakdowns and avoids project delays.

8. Construction Billing — Easy and Accurate

Types of Billing Supported

Progress-Based Billing

Generate invoices based on:

Retention Money

Track:

Payment Tracking

Monitor:

9. Quality & Site Inspections — Ensure Compliance

Quality Checks

Inspect:

Site Inspection Reports

Add:

This ensures every stage meets quality standards.

10. Reports & Dashboards — Real-Time Construction Insights

ERPNext provides powerful dashboards such as:

These help managers make smart and informed decisions.

⭐ Conclusion — Build Faster, Smarter & More Profitably

The ERPNext Construction Management Module gives businesses full control over every part of a construction project—from planning to execution, budgeting to billing, materials to manpower, and subcontractors to machinery.

It helps you:

ERPNext empowers builders, developers, contractors, and engineering companies to run their operations with confidence, accuracy, and complete transparency.