Procore Software Review: MEB

User Review

SteveBunting
5

Company Mid Eastern Builders (MEB)
Tools Used Procore
Overall User Rating 4.6
Views 937
Votes 13

Review Summary

For the past year or two, Mid Eastern Builders (MEB) has been using Procore software for the design and construction phase of multiple construction projects, ranging from commercial and industrial to government and heavy civil.

Despite Procore's extensive capabilities, the software is easy to use, said Steve Bunting of MEB, meaning little training is required to get users up to speed. The software also easily integrates with MEB's other applications, reducing data-entry and error-introduction while improving productivity, he said. This also translates into speedier turnaround on MEB's construction projects.

"Procore really shaves time off a project, from beginning to end," Bunting said. "When MEB worked on the Metroplex One contract -- a 33,000-square-foot project that included six acres of development -- we were able to deliver in seven months, from the day the first tree was planted to occupancy. I don't believe we could have done it without Procore!"

Although Procore is easy to use, the vendor provides quality user support. "I've called many times, and each time everyone at Procore has been friendly, helpful and professional," noted Bunting.

Overall, Bunting rated Procore software a perfect 10 out of 10. "I've recommended it several times to other people who have the same responsibilities as me or [to] those companies that need an easy to use construction project management tool," he said.

Full Review

How long have you been using this tool?: 

We've been using Procore software between 1 and 2 years.

What kinds of construction projects do you mostly work on?: 

Mid Eastern Builders, or MEB, has a diverse construction portfolio that includes all types of commercial, industrial, government, multi-family and hospitality, and heavy civil projects in the Hampton Roads region, the state of Virginia and throughout the Mid-Atlantic states.

Where did you obtain it?: 

We bought it through a Procore Technologies sales representative.

How much did you pay?: 

We spent $300 on this construction project management software.

How are you using this product?: 

We use Procore for the design and construction phase of multiple construction projects.

Why did you pick this product?: 

We liked Procore's clean look, its user-friendliness and its seamless integration with our existing software.

Was this product compatible with the software programs you were already using?: 

Yes.

Before you bought this product, were you using a different one to do the same job? : 

Yes, but it didn't really meet all our needs in a user-friendly manner.

How many people are using this software? : 

More than 10 people at are using Procore at MEB.

Comparing the way you work now with the way you worked before you bought this tool, what has changed? : 

With Procore we have better coordination and a higher level of accountability from all team members. In addition, it is far easier to access information when working away from the office, whether it's at a client's site, on the road or at home.

Can you give us an example of a job where this tool really made a difference?: 

Procore really shaves time off a project, from beginning to end. When MEB worked on the Metroplex One contract -- a 33,000-square-foot project that included six acres of development -- we were able to deliver in seven months, from the day the first tree was planted to occupancy. I don't believe we could have done it without Procore!

Can you estimate how much time or money you saved or other measurable benefits your firm realized using this tool?: 

It is almost impossible to quantify the exact savings, but I am sure it's real numbers based on our experience with the Metroplex One and other clients.

What are the best features (for your business) in this tool?: 

For us, construction scheduling, requests for information (RFI) and submittal-tracking have been vastly improved by Procore.

Do you think it's a fair value for the price you paid?: 

Without question!

What would you change about the product if you could?: 

I'd like to see tools that help with lead generation.

Are there features that you don't use?: 

I don't use the job costing capability.

Who would you recommend use this tool?: 

I've recommended it several times to other people who have the same responsibilities as me or those companies that need an easy to use construction project-management tool.

How much computer experience do you think someone needs to use this tool effectively?: 

Procore's easy to use, so you only need to be a beginner or intermediate user to take advantage of the software's capabilities.

Did it take much training (or studying) to learn to use this tool?: 

Not at all, although the video tutorials were very useful.

Have you ever called the company's support lines and asked for help?: 

I've called many times, and each time everyone at Procore has been friendly, helpful and professional.

How would you rate the user documentation? : 

It is excellent.

When the next version of this software comes out, will you upgrade to it?: 

Yes.

Overall, on a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate this tool?: 

10.

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