A Comparative Review of Construction Project Management Software: Enhancing Efficiency and Overcoming Integration Challenges

Abstract

The construction industry faces increasing challenges in maintaining cost accuracy due to dynamic market variables, unique project requirements, and complex scope changes. Advances in cost estimation technologies, including modern software and data analytics, have created tools to enhance estimation accuracy, streamline budgeting, and improve cost control. This article reviews key construction cost estimation software, such as Sage Estimating and ProEst, analyzing their impact on cost control and prediction. The study also highlights the benefits of predictive modelling, real-time data integration, and cloud collaboration, alongside the challenges of maintaining accuracy in a rapidly changing environment. The findings underscore the critical role of technology in managing costs effectively while navigating common obstacles, including material price volatility, labour market fluctuations, and data management complexities.