eSUB

eSUB Construction Software develops cloud-based project management, document control and field-to-office collaboration software built specifically for commercial construction subcontractors (trade contractors) rather than general contractors. Its core product, eSUB Cloud, covers workflows including daily reports, field notes, time and material tickets, RFIs, submittals, change orders, purchase orders, drawings and document management, job costing, timecards and reporting/analytics, delivered through web and mobile interfaces. A document repository feature, eSUB Drive, stores company and project files with unlimited cloud storage, and timecard data can be exported into payroll systems.

The company markets a newer product, Fusion by eSUB, described as a connected jobsite tool linking field personnel to the back office in order to capture insights, trigger follow-up tasks and route correspondence to internal stakeholders and general contractors. eSUB also offers integrations with other systems, including QuickBooks Online accounting software. Customer support and enablement include eSUB Academy self-paced online training, a dedicated strategic consultant to help configure workflows and train users, and an online help center with guides, on-demand videos and FAQs.

eSUB states it was established in 2008 and reports 60+ team members and 16,000+ users. Its stated values are trust, respect, collaboration, passion and excellence, and its leadership page lists Jonathan Sharp as CEO, Jason Epel as VP of Engineering and Technology, and Craig Wren as Director of Product Management.

Business model

eSUB sells subscription access to its cloud software to subcontractor firms, with sales run through requested product demonstrations (a guided 45-minute walkthrough in a staged demo project with a product expert, no card required) rather than self-serve signup. Customer success services such as training academy access and a dedicated strategic consultant accompany the software.

Software sold to subcontractor firms for use across field, office and project management roles; the company states the product pays for itself by standardizing project processes, eliminating duplicate effort and improving field-to-office collaboration.

Traction

eSUB reports 16,000+ users and 60+ team members, and describes hundreds of commercial subcontractors and thousands of construction professionals as customers. A 2023 survey of eSUB customers is cited for reported outcomes of 29% increased productivity, 47% reduced rework and 25% increased revenue on change orders. Named customer references include Eckstine Electric Company, Kasper Electric, Geauga Mechanical and Lunardi Electric.

Latest developments

In May 2023 eSUB announced the closing of a growth equity funding round led by existing investors Catalyst Investors and Revolution Ventures, following the launch of a new version of eSUB Cloud; the amount was not disclosed. The company has since introduced Fusion by eSUB, a connected jobsite product linking field personnel with the back office, and a QuickBooks Online integration.