Autodesk Construction Cloud - Construction project management & collaboration

The top-tier construction management application for Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, Autodesk Docs, and PlanGrid simplifies the management of construction projects for teams across over 2.5 million endeavors.

Construction teams utilize the straightforward automation, intelligent connections among tools, and all-encompassing workflows of Autodesk Construction Cloud to complete quality construction tasks efficiently, adhering to timelines and budget constraints.

The Autodesk Construction Cloud mobile application brings together Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, Autodesk Docs, Revit, Navisworks, PlanGrid, and AutoCAD, offering construction and document management, collaborative tools, and project data accessibility in the field.

This platform is designed for various project team members, including…

• the site superintendent who oversees quality on the job

• the project manager monitoring real-time progress

• the BIM team recognizing potential issues before installation

• the architect conducting site inspections

• and the owner using construction data and as-builts to enhance daily operations

Here’s our approach.

COLLABORATION IN CONSTRUCTION

+ Issues

Efficiently track issues from design until handover all in one centralized system. Expedite resolutions by assigning due dates, responsible individuals, and easily referencing photos, related documents, and RFIs.

+ Schedule

Maintain project timelines with a unified schedule. View schedules across various durations or filter critical items, review dependencies, and evaluate schedule recommendations.

+ Forms

Collect essential information with customizable forms that meet project needs. Create an extensive safety program or monitor daily checklists.

+ Assets

Manage the lifecycle of assets from design through to commissioning and handover effortlessly, with tracking and storage integrated into other processes.

+ Meeting Minutes

Prepare for upcoming meetings by setting up agendas and linking references like issues, models, RFIs, or photos. Review outstanding items and follow-up directly from the field.

DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT

+ Sheets and Drawings

Quickly retrieve current drawings and shared plans with easy downloads and dynamic searching capabilities. Compare, share, and annotate sheets straight from the field to eliminate uncertainties during installation.

+ Models

Make informed decisions swiftly with access to 3D models in the field. Inspect installation specifics and navigate both single and multi-trade models confidently. Supports multiple file formats such as Revit and AutoCAD, alongside others like RVT, DWG, NWC, IFC, NWD.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

+ RFIs

Avoid data loss risks through efficient RFI management. Link RFIs throughout the project's life cycle to minimize repetitive work.

+ Submittals

Ensure access to all pertinent submittal information. Quickly locate required submittals with search functions to monitor progress and outline next steps.

+ Photos

Utilize photos to document progress and link them to issues, RFIs, schedule tasks, and more. With automated tagging and filters, quickly find the exact photo you need.

Hear from our customers:

“Accessing 3D models directly from the field removes ambiguity and permits real-time resolutions for any issues that arise onsite. This capability minimizes risks and results in savings in both cost and time while ensuring we deliver high-caliber projects to our clients.”

Briana Mitchell, Project Manager, Boldt Company

“Having about 460 field employees means being able to access documents in real-time on their iPhones or iPads is invaluable.”

Ken Mabe, Director of Field Operations, Eckardt Group

“I’m enthusiastic about the ability to seamlessly tag a drawing snippet onto an RFI and immediately assign responsibilities to track how the project team addresses specific issues or RFIs. Real-time issue tracking helps us deal with roadblocks right away.”

Amy Kozlowski, Project Manager, Herrero Builders

Title: A Unifying Force Revolutionizing Field and Office Collaboration

My experience with the Autodesk Construction Cloud mobile application has fundamentally transformed how our teams interact with project data, bridging the divisional gap between the trailer and the field with remarkable efficiency. What truly sets this platform apart is its profound ability to centralize disparate streams of information into a single, accessible source of truth. 

As a project manager, the power to instantly link a photo from a superintendent's site inspection directly to a specific RFI and a schedule activity, all while offsite, has drastically reduced resolution times and miscommunication. 

The application’s handling of 3D models is particularly impressive; being able to pull up a multi-trade model on a tablet during a walkthrough allows for immediate clash detection and installation verification, turning what used to be a days-long process of requests and markups into a minutes-long conversation. 

The intuitive interface for tracking issues and submittals provides unparalleled visibility into project health, fostering a proactive rather than reactive culture. It’s more than a document viewer; it’s a collaborative nervous system for the entire project team that enhances accountability, accelerates decision-making, and instills a greater confidence that we are building exactly as intended.

FAQ

•   Q: How well does the app function in areas with limited or no internet connectivity?

◦   A: The app is designed for the realities of construction sites. Key documents, drawings, and models can be downloaded for offline access. You can then annotate, collect form data, and take photos, which will automatically sync and update the central platform once a connection is reestablished.

•   Q: Is there a steep learning curve for field staff who are not typically heavy technology users?

◦   A: The mobile app is surprisingly intuitive, with a focus on core tasks like viewing drawings, logging issues, and taking photos. The learning curve is minimal for these essential functions, allowing field teams to adopt it quickly and see immediate benefits in their daily workflow.

•   Q: How seamlessly does data move between different Autodesk products, like from Revit to the mobile app?

◦   A: The integration is the platform's greatest strength. Models and sheets published from Revit, Navisworks, or AutoCAD are automatically available in the cloud and seamlessly pushed to the mobile app, ensuring everyone is always working from the very latest information without manual uploads or version confusion.