Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
BuildManager Pro Launches January 2, 2026: AI-Powered Construction Management Built by Industry Veterans
DERBY, KS — January 2, 2026
BuildManager Pro, an enterprise-grade construction project management platform, today announced its official launch after successful beta testing with construction companies managing real-world projects. The platform addresses a critical gap in the construction technology market: powerful software that doesn't break the budget.
"After 30 years in this industry, I've watched countless teams struggle with software that's either outdated and clunky or priced so high that only the largest firms can afford it," said Michael Owen, Founder and CEO of BuildManager Pro. "We built BuildManager Pro to change that—to give every contractor, from small residential builders to large commercial operations, access to professional-grade project management tools."
The platform features 14 integrated modules covering every aspect of construction project management, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, daily reports, and document management. What sets BuildManager Pro apart is its AI-powered insights engine, which uses Google Gemini to provide intelligent report summaries, predictive analytics, and automated recommendations.
BuildManager Pro has been tested in production environments by two construction companies with approximately 25 users, who have provided feedback that shaped the platform's intuitive interface and workflow automation features.
The platform is available immediately with pricing starting at $49 per user per month, significantly below enterprise competitors while offering comparable functionality.
Company Overview
BuildManager Pro is a construction technology company headquartered in Derby, Kansas. Founded by industry veteran Michael Owen, the company's mission is to democratize access to enterprise-grade construction management tools, making powerful software accessible to contractors of all sizes.
The BuildManager Pro platform combines decades of hands-on construction experience with modern technology, including artificial intelligence, real-time collaboration, and mobile-first design. Unlike legacy systems built by software companies, BuildManager Pro was designed from the ground up by someone who has lived every phase of construction—from initial planning and groundbreaking to the final finishes.
The company's flagship product supports multi-company and multi-project management, role-based access control, document version control, and integrates AI-powered insights to help teams make better decisions faster.
Founder & CEO
Michael Owen
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Michael Owen brings more than 30 years of hands-on experience in the construction industry to BuildManager Pro. His career spans every phase of the construction process—from initial project planning and groundbreaking to the installation of the final finishes.
As both a project manager and project superintendent on large-scale construction projects, Michael has worked extensively with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors. Throughout his career, he witnessed firsthand the struggles that construction teams face with project management software: systems that are either antiquated and difficult to use, or so expensive that they're out of reach for most contractors.
This frustration inspired Michael to create BuildManager Pro—a modern, affordable, and powerful platform built by someone who truly understands the daily realities of construction work.
Product Features
BuildManager Pro v4.1 includes 14 fully-integrated modules designed to manage every aspect of construction projects:
Projects Management
Dashboard, timeline, budget tracking
Tasks & Scheduling
Gantt charts, dependencies, resources
Drawings & Plans
CAD support, markup, versioning
RFIs
Ball-in-court workflow, tracking
Submittals
Multi-level approvals, revisions
Change Orders
PDF generation, cost tracking
Daily Reports
Weather, labor, equipment, photos
AI-Powered Analytics
Insights, summaries, predictions
Key Differentiators
- • Built by a Builder: Designed by someone with 30+ years of construction experience, not a software company guessing at workflows.
- • Affordable Pricing: Enterprise features at a fraction of competitor pricing, starting at $49/user/month.
- • AI-Powered Insights: Google Gemini integration for intelligent report summaries and predictive analytics.
- • Modern Architecture: Cloud-native, mobile-responsive, real-time collaboration built on proven technologies.
Pricing
Starter
Perfect for small teams and single-project management.
Professional
Full feature access with AI insights and advanced reporting.
Enterprise
Tailored solutions for large organizations with dedicated support.
Brand Assets
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Brand Colors
Primary Blue
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Cyan Accent
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Dark Background
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White
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Technology
BuildManager Pro is built on a modern, scalable technology stack designed for reliability and performance:
Backend
- • Node.js & Express.js
- • PostgreSQL database
- • JWT authentication
- • Google Gemini AI integration
Infrastructure
- • Docker containerization
- • Nginx reverse proxy
- • TLS/SSL encryption
- • Cloud-native deployment
Company Boilerplate
For use in articles and press coverage:
"BuildManager Pro is an enterprise-grade construction project management platform designed for contractors, architects, and project stakeholders. Founded by construction industry veteran Michael Owen, the company is headquartered in Derby, Kansas, and offers AI-powered project management tools at accessible price points. BuildManager Pro's platform includes 14 integrated modules for managing RFIs, submittals, change orders, daily reports, documents, and more. For more information, visit buildmanagerpro.com."