Forward vs CoConstruct
CoConstruct is residential-construction PM. Forward is the field-side texting layer for commercial-construction GCs. If you're a custom-home builder, CoConstruct (or its parent Buildertrend) is the right tool. If you're a commercial GC, Forward is the wedge.
What each one is for
CoConstruct (acquired by Buildertrend in 2021, now operated as part of the Buildertrend platform) serves residential-construction builders: custom-home builders, remodelers, design-build firms. Client portals, selections, change-order workflow built for the residential client-relationship.
Forward serves commercial-construction GCs. Field-side texting layer over Procore + Autodesk + OneDrive. Different stack, different buyer, different problem.
If you're a residential builder
CoConstruct / Buildertrend is the standard for your segment. Forward isn’t built for residential-client-facing selections / approvals / payment workflows. Stay with CoConstruct / Buildertrend.
If you're a commercial GC on the Procore stack
Forward’s field-side texting layer pays for itself by month 2 on most multi-project commercial operations. See the per-seat-vs-Forward cost compare for the math.
How to try Forward
Drop your email above if you’re a commercial GC; we’ll scope a pilot. Or text the demo line: +1 (682) 300-6750.
Try Forward right now
Drop your email above for early access — or skip the form and text +1 (682) 300-6750 from your phone. The live demo answers anything you can ask a project manager in plain English — no signup needed.