JobTread

End-to-end construction project management and estimating software featuring budgeting, proposals, bidding, scheduling, job costing, customer/vendor portals, and invoicing.

Residential and commercial contractors, including homebuilders, remodelers, general contractors, and specialty trade contractors (such as roofers, pool builders, and deck builders) ranging from small businesses to mid-market construction firms.

Independent / privately held (unfunded company founded and led by CEO Eric Fortenberry).

2019

Public pricing model based on a base subscription for the first internal user plus a per-user fee for additional internal users, with volume tier discounts after 10 users. Available on monthly or annual plans with no long-term contracts on monthly billing, no revenue-based charges, and all core features included across all tiers. Subcontractor, vendor, and customer portal users are free and unlimited.

Official pricing checked October 7, 2026: $199/month base; first internal user included. Additional users 2-10 cost $20 each/month on monthly billing or $16 each/month on annual billing. Higher seat bands have different prices. Vendor advertises 20% annual-subscription savings. Confirm current account quote and billing term.

No separate API or integration fees charged by JobTread. API access, integrations (e.g., QuickBooks, Zapier, CompanyCam), and feature connectors (such as the AI Connector) are included in the base subscription, though connected third-party platforms may require their own separate subscriptions.

$0 setup/implementation fees. Onboarding, live training, data imports (such as customer lists and cost catalogs), and dedicated support are included at no extra charge.

JobTread allows users to export reports, table views, schedules, and task lists directly to CSV or Excel (.xlsx) files. Custom reports can also be configured with automated delivery schedules, and schedule/calendar views can be exported to PDF.

JobTread utilizes a 'bring-your-own AI' approach built on its native Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server, officially named the 'AI Connector' (GA launched in April 2026). Rather than running proprietary internal LLMs for core features, the AI Connector allows external AI models (such as Anthropic's Claude or OpenAI's ChatGPT) to read and write live JobTread data via natural language to generate estimates, construct project timelines, run project cost analysis, and draft customer communications. Additionally, JobTread shipped an in-app 'JobTread AI Support Assistant' (GA July 2026) for platform navigation, formula creation, and troubleshooting support.

JobTread does not offer native AI-powered automated dispatching for field service operations. However, for project scheduling, contractors can use the GA AI Connector (launched April 2026) with connected external models (e.g., Claude) to generate task schedules, batch task dependencies, and flag timeline gaps directly within JobTread projects.

JobTread does not feature native AI AP/AR automation such as built-in OCR invoice scanning, automated line-item parsing, or AI payment collection bots. Financial workflows rely on traditional integrations (such as QuickBooks Online and Xero), though external models connected via the native MCP server (GA April 2026) can pull pricing, adjust job budgets, and draft cost estimates inside JobTread.

JobTread features both a native MCP Server and an in-app AI support assistant. In April 2026, JobTread launched its native 'AI Connector' (GA), an open Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that connects external LLMs (Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini) directly to JobTread to perform workflow actions. In July 2026, JobTread launched the native in-app 'JobTread AI Support Assistant' (or 'Jai', GA) to help users answer software questions, find tutorial videos, and generate custom formulas.

JobTread provides direct native two-way integrations with QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop, as well as native payroll integration with Gusto. Integrations with other accounting systems such as Sage (Sage Accounting / Sage 100 Contractor), Xero, Foundation, and MS Dynamics are not natively built by JobTread; they rely on third-party integration partners (e.g., DAPT) or Zapier. While JobTread functions as a primary PM and field platform (handling estimating, budgeting, scheduling, daily logs, POs, and change orders), it connects with specialized field and office tools like CompanyCam, Stripe, and Zapier for broader ecosystem connectivity.

JobTread offers both a public Marketplace and a Partner Directory. The directory features third-party app integrations, certified bookkeeping and accounting partners, and service providers categorized by function (e.g., Accounting - QBO Integration, Automation, Implementation, Integrations, and Back Office Support).

Supports accrual-based job costing and document tracking (recording invoices, bills, purchase orders, and progress billings when incurred) and provides a two-way sync with general ledger software like QuickBooks Online.

Typically 1 week to 1 month, depending on company setup complexity and data import requirements.

No paid implementer or VAR required. JobTread assigns a dedicated in-house Customer Success / Onboarding Specialist to guide setup and data migration, though third-party implementation consultants exist as an optional path.

JobTread is a modern, all-in-one cloud construction management platform built for U.S. trade and residential contractors, including builders, remodelers, roofers, and specialty trade partners. It provides a budget-first operating system covering estimating, job costing, scheduling, customer management, and AI workflows. Positioned as a user-friendly, contemporary alternative to legacy construction management platforms and spreadsheets, JobTread serves contractors spanning from under $1M to over $50M in annual revenue.