AEC software for architecture, engineering and construction firms
Purpose-built AEC software that frees your project management, design and engineering teams from administrative work, so they can spend more time delivering value for your clients.
Better manage projects and professional services engagements
The right ERP for engineering companies, architects and construction firms
Architecture, engineering and construction firms face a unique set of pressures — complex, multi‑phase projects, tight margins, evolving regulations, and constant demand for skilled talent. Generic ERP or project management tools often fall short because they aren’t built for these realities.
Unit4’s software for architecture and engineering firms brings together project financials, resource planning, time tracking, and billing in a single, connected platform. As a result, teams spend less time wrestling with spreadsheets and disconnected systems — and more time focused on design excellence, project delivery, and client relationships.
Whether you’re running a 10‑person studio or managing a global portfolio of construction and engineering projects, Unit4 gives you the control and visibility you need to stay profitable at every stage.
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Reimagining the service game
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Resilience and agility for architecture and engineering firms
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An agile and innovative future
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Customer Interview: ALTEN Group
In this short video, Thierry Galvagni, CIO, describes how a consistent planning environment gives a competitive edge to the engineers at ALTEN.
Merging businesses without disruption
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Frequently asked questions about AEC software
What is AEC software?
AEC software refers to business management solutions designed specifically for architecture, engineering and construction firms. Unlike generic tools, AEC software typically combines project management, financial tracking, resource planning, time and expense capture, and billing into one platform, so firms can manage the full project lifecycle from bid through to completion.
How does ERP software help engineering companies?
An ERP for engineering companies connects your financial, project and people data in one system. This gives leaders a real-time view of project profitability, resource availability and cash flow. It also reduces the manual reporting and reconciliation work that slows down finance teams, and provides the flexibility to handle complex billing models, multi-entity structures and global operations.
What should architecture firms look for in business software?
Software for architecture firms should support project-based accounting, flexible billing (including milestone, time-and-materials and fixed-fee models), resource scheduling by skill set, and real-time project reporting. It also needs to handle the specific financial structures common to architecture practices, such as multi-entity billing and multiple fee arrangements on a single project.
Can Unit4 support multi-entity and global project billing?
Yes. Unit4's platform allows you to create invoices from multiple legal entities on the same project, manage complex billing structures across geographies, and handle multi-currency transactions. This is particularly valuable for AEC firms working on large cross-border projects.
How does Unit4 help with construction project management?
Unit4 provides construction project management software capabilities that allow you to track project KPIs in real time, manage budgets, monitor estimate-to-complete (ETC), and run dedicated processes for complex, multi-phase projects. Post-project evaluations and continuous team feedback keep every engagement improving on the last.
Is Unit4 only for large firms?
No. Unit4's cloud platform supports AEC firms of varying sizes. Whether you're a mid-size engineering consultancy or a large multinational architecture and construction group, the solution scales to fit your operations and can grow with you as your firm evolves.
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