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"I’ve seen efficiencies that never existed before."
“The fact it’s live and I can see what’s going on as our guys in the field are looking at in real time allows us to make critical decisions faster. Ultimately, it all comes down to communication, which is really what schedule is.”
Tanner Whitson
VP of Operations, Reeder Construction
Construction planning software for project management
Construction field management requires planning tools
Outbuild is simple for superintendents and trade partners to learn and use. With a fully-functional iPad app built for the jobsite, it’s easy for the field to update plans, flag issues, and stay aligned without extra effort.
Lookahead module for detailed, short-term plans
The Lookahead module gives your team a clear view of short and mid-term plans. Break down the master schedule into detailed tasks, assign responsibilities, and spot issues early. It keeps daily work aligned with long-term goals, improving workflow and accountability across the project.
See how lookahead module works
From sticky notes to digital pull planning
Superintendents can pull activities from the master schedule into the field-friendly planning module, where they can collaborate with trade partners to start breaking the work down into smaller tasks, assigning tasks, and flagging potential constraints.
Learn more about pull planning featuresWeekly work plans that drive accountability
Outbuild’s Weekly Work Plan module turns commitments into action. Built on Lean principles, it gives supers, PMs, and trade partners a clear plan for the week ahead.
Teams know exactly what to focus on, track progress and Reasons for Variance in real time, and hold each other accountable to get the work done.
"Using Outbuild has truly transformed the way our team manages projects. The software's ease of use is fantastic, allowing us to create visually appealing schedules that impress our clients and partners. Real-time updates keep everyone informed and agile. Plus, their top-notch customer service has been a tremendous help. Overall, it's a game changer for our field coordination!"
"Outbuild is a great tool that enables collaboration between the field and office. It organizes and structures tasks while pinpointing responsibility. This helps facilitate workflow and eliminates missed tasks."
Plan and update from the field with Outbuild’s iPad app
Give your superintendents, foremen, and trade partners direct access to the schedule, lookahead, and weekly plan from the jobsite.
With Outbuild’s iPad app, teams can adjust lookaheads, log roadblocks, and track progress in real time, keeping everyone aligned and your projects moving without delays.
Stay ahead of roadblocks and constraints
Superintendents can quickly flag schedule impacts directly from the lookahead, stay focused on field execution with a workflow that fits how they actually work, and get clear feedback from the office, without chasing approvals or wasting time on extra admin.
Learn more about roadblocks featuresReduce delays by connecting RFIs to your schedule
Track RFIs in the context of your schedule, where their impact matters most. Outbuild syncs with Procore to keep RFIs logged as potential roadblocks, making it easier to track and remove them before they become delays.
Learn more about RFIs features
Customizable construction planning software
Do construction planning on your terms. Customize and filter your view of the plans to zero in on the information you need most, and color-code your plans to make them easy to visualize.
Get a personalized demoWhat our customers are saying.
From billion-dollar companies to smaller family-owned businesses. They all believe that construction deserves a better scheduling and planning tool.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Outbuild construction planning software?
Outbuild replaces spreadsheets, whiteboards, and sticky notes with one live schedule your whole team shares. Teams plan faster, share updates instantly, and keep the field and office aligned on the same plan.
What is the Lookahead module, and how is it used?
Lookahead turns the Master Schedule into clear short and mid-term plans. Teams break activities into detailed tasks, assign responsibility, and spot issues early so daily work stays aligned with the long-term schedule.
How does Outbuild support pull planning?
Superintendents pull activities from the Master Schedule into a field-friendly planning module and collaborate with trade partners to break work into smaller tasks, assign tasks, and flag constraints.
What are Weekly Work Plans in Outbuild?
The Weekly Work Plan turns commitments into a plan for the week ahead. Teams track progress and Reasons for Variance in real time, which drives accountability and tighter follow-through in the field.
What does the iPad app help the field team do?
The iPad app gives superintendents, foremen, and trade partners access to the Master Schedule, Lookahead, and Weekly plan from the jobsite. Teams adjust Lookaheads, log roadblocks, and track progress in real time so updates reach the full team fast.
How does Outbuild help teams stay ahead of Roadblocks and RFIs?
Teams flag schedule impacts directly from the Lookahead and track Roadblocks without extra admin. Outbuild also syncs with Procore so RFIs show up as potential Roadblocks, making it easier to track and remove them before they turn into delays.
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