Stop Losing $250k Projects to Slow Response Times
We build custom AI agents that manage your Procore workflows, coordinate with subcontractors, and handle bid requests while you're on the job site.
In the general contracting world, the difference between winning a $500,000 commercial renovation and losing it often comes down to who responds to the bid request first. Most contractors are stretched thin between managing active job sites and handling office administration. When a project manager is tied up with an OSHA inspection or a framing issue, office tasks like subcontractor follow-ups and change order documentation often fall through the cracks, leading to costly project delays.
Read Laboratories specializes in bridging this gap by integrating AI directly into your existing tech stack, including Procore, Buildertrend, and CoConstruct. We move beyond simple automation by deploying Large Language Models (LLMs) that can actually understand project specs, parse subcontractor quotes, and update your project management software without manual data entry. Our goal is to ensure your office runs as efficiently as your best-managed job site.
Problems We Solve
Bid Request Bottlenecks
Our AI agents monitor your intake channels 24/7, instantly qualifying leads and scheduling site visits, ensuring you never lose a high-value project to a faster-moving competitor.
Subcontractor Coordination Fatigue
Automate the 'chase' by having AI send SMS and email reminders to subs for insurance certificates, schedule confirmations, and daily logs, syncing responses directly to JobTread.
Manual Data Entry in Procore
Eliminate hours of admin work by using AI to extract data from field notes and CompanyCam photos, automatically populating daily logs and project milestones.
Change Order Delays
AI identifies verbal change requests from meeting transcripts or field notes and drafts the necessary documentation for client approval, preventing unbilled work.
Permit Tracking Lapses
Our systems monitor local municipal portals and building code updates, alerting your team the moment a permit status changes or a new requirement is published.
What You Get
AI Voice & Text Bid Intake
Custom-trained voice agents that answer calls and qualify residential or commercial leads based on your specific project minimums and service areas.
Procore & Buildertrend Sync
Deep API integrations that allow AI to read and write to your RFI, Submittal, and Change Order logs in real-time.
Subcontractor SMS Bot
A no-app-required communication layer that allows subs to text updates, photos, and invoices directly into your project management system.
Automated Document Auditor
AI that scans subcontractor COIs and bonding documents to ensure they meet your specific project requirements and state licensing standards.
Field-to-Office Report Generator
Converts voice memos and site photos into professional, formatted project updates for owners and stakeholders.
What It Costs
Setup
$5,000 - $25,000
Monthly
$500 - $2,000
ROI Example
By automating bid intake and sub-coordination, one client saved 20 hours of PM time per week and captured two additional $150k projects in 6 months by improving response speed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this replace Procore or Buildertrend?
No, it enhances them. We use the APIs of Procore, Buildertrend, or CoConstruct to automate the data entry and communication tasks that usually require a human to sit behind a desk.
How do subcontractors interact with the AI?
We keep it simple. Subs interact via SMS or email. They don't need to download any new software, which ensures high adoption rates for field crews.
Can the AI handle complex building codes?
Yes. We can train a RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) system on your specific local building codes and OSHA requirements to assist with compliance checks.
Is my project data secure?
Absolutely. We utilize enterprise-grade encryption and can deploy models within your own private cloud environment to ensure all bid and client data remains confidential.
How long does a typical integration take?
A standard integration usually takes 4 to 8 weeks from the initial strategy session to full deployment on your active job sites.
What happens if the AI makes a mistake on a bid?
We implement 'Human-in-the-loop' workflows. The AI drafts the bid or response, but your estimator or PM provides final approval before anything is sent to a client.
Ready to Automate Your Construction Admin?
Book a free 30-minute AI strategy session to see how we can optimize your specific workflows.
Serving General Contractors businesses nationwide. Based in Westlake Village, CA.