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Why NetSuite for Construction?

NetSuite is the leading cloud based ERP system used by 44,000 companies and organizations worldwide. ScaleNorth’s NetSuite for Construction SuiteApp bundle allows construction companies to:

  • Drive successful projects
  • Collaborate in real time
  • Estimate project profitability
  • Create revenue and cost estimates
  • Easily set up projects using project templates
  • Track all the financial metrics
  • Manage subcontractors
  • Manage work in progress
  • Manage documentation

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How ScaleNorth Helps Construction Companies Win on NetSuite

NetSuite Implementation for Construction Companies

At ScaleNorth, our construction industry specialists configure NetSuite to support the way your business manages projects, tracks job costs, coordinates subcontractors, and reports financial performance.

We tailor the system to align with construction workflows across project management, procurement, field operations, and billing, so your organization gains predictable project execution, accurate cost tracking, and reliable financial visibility for leadership.
NetSuite Implementation for Construction Companies

Why Construction Companies Choose ScaleNorth for Implementation

Exclusive NetSuite Focus

Our team works exclusively in NetSuite and understands the operational and financial requirements that construction organizations face.

Real Industry Experience

Our construction experts have supported general contractors, specialty contractors, and project-based organizations, and understand job costing, subcontractor management, project billing, AIA, retainage, and other complexities of construction related accounting requirements.

Technical & Financial Acumen

ScaleNorth’s consultants average more than eight years of NetSuite experience, and many are CPAs who understand construction accounting practices and project based financial models.

Built for Scale

Our NetSuite implementation framework produces a stable and flexible system that supports expanding project portfolios, growing teams, and increasing operational complexity.

NetSuite Consulting and Managed Services

Construction businesses operate in a constantly evolving environment. New projects, shifting timelines, changing subcontractor relationships, material cost fluctuations, and evolving compliance requirements all place pressure on your system. 

ScaleNorth provides ongoing NetSuite managed service support, administration, and enhancement work, so NetSuite remains aligned with your project operations and financial goals.
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Construction Industry Know How

Your dedicated team understands construction operations and brings best practices for project accounting, job costing, subcontractor tracking, and financial reporting.

Continuous Optimization

We refine workflows, project templates, billing structures, approval processes, and reporting systems, so your ERP continues to support evolving project requirements.

Improved Visibility

We build dashboards, searches, and NetSuite reports that provide insight into project profitability, job costs, labor performance, and financial outcomes.

Integration Support

We connect NetSuite with project management tools, field reporting systems, payroll platforms, and other construction technology so your organization operates with accurate and timely information.

Unrivaled Accessibility

Our clients receive direct access to their dedicated team during United States business hours through live chat, phone, and email, without waiting for support queues.

Outsourced Accounting on NetSuite

Construction companies manage complex accounting processes that include job costing, AIA, revenue recognition, progress billing, retainage and more.

ScaleNorth provides outsourced NetSuite accounting directly inside your NetSuite environment, so your team can focus on project delivery instead of day-to-day accounting work.
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Why Construction Companies Choose ScaleNorth for Fractional Accounting Services

Faster & Cleaner Close

We streamline the close process using proven NetSuite workflows and standardized accounting methods that improve accuracy and reduce manual effort.

Industry Accounting Expertise

Our award-winning NetSuite accounting team understands construction financial operations including job costing, project billing, retainage accounting, and subcontractor expense management.

Scalable Operations

Support expands or contracts based on project volume, seasonal demand, staffing changes, and company growth. 

Affordable Solution

You pay only for the NetSuite accounting resources you need, which removes the cost and complexity of hiring additional internal staff.

Proven Expertise

As the 2022 and 2025 NetSuite BPO Partner of the Year, ScaleNorth is consistently recognized as a leading provider of NetSuite outsourced accounting services and is trusted by Construction companies across the country.

Construction Industry Success Stories

Compass Datacenters

ScaleNorth optimized NetSuite for Compass Datacenters, strengthening financial reporting and operational control across construction projects.

NetSuite’s cloud-based solution gives you access to monitor and manage project status anytime, anywhere.

NetSuite for Construction Features:

  • Job Costing
  • Project Management
  • AIA Invoicing & Schedule of Values
  • Retainage – Invoicing & Payables
  • Change Orders
  • Partial Payments
  • Field Inspection & Management integration with MSI Data
  • Document Management
  • Integration with Inventory Management
  • Create and Monitor Detailed Project Level Budgets
  • Advanced Revenue Recognition
  • Estimating
  • Scheduling
  • Integrated Marketing and Customer Relationship Management
  • Integration with Payroll Systems for Prevailing Wage compliance
  • Procore NetSuite Integration

What Can Our “Construction For NetSuite” ScaleApp Do For You?

AIA Invoicing & Schedule of Values

Easily submit, manage, and control your AIA Invoicing and Schedule of Values with ScaleApp’s Construction for NetSuite app.
  • AIA Invoicing provided by % of completion, milestone billing or setting of quantity on line items
  • Print output for payment and continuation straight out of Invoices or Projects
  • Export an Excel format AIA Invoice providing the ability to manipulate values and format

NetSuite construction software streamlining AIA invoicing and Schedule of Values management for contractors.
NetSuite construction solution for managing retainage, unbilled receivables, and AIA claim outputs across project stages.

Retainage Management

Track and manage retainage throughout the contract lifecycle, so you can ensure you’re paid properly for work completed.

  • Manage unbilled receivables
  • Collect by user preferences at Sales Order, Invoice or Project level
  • Automatically calculates remaining retainage for partial claims
  • Provides AIA output for Retainage claims
  • Set Order or Line level % of Retainage

Revenue Recognition

Easily navigate the increasingly complex process of revenue recognition. Get better insight into where your revenue is coming from and when.
  • Automatic calculation of Revenue based on chosen Activity Codes. Choose between Labor only or Labor and Materials
  • Uses Project percent complete override via Advanced Revenue Management (ARM)
  • Ability to keep track of Percent Complete Override changes

NetSuite construction tools for managing retainage and automating revenue recognition using percent complete and activity codes.

Change Order Management

Keep project milestones, budget, and resources on track with a centralized change order management hub.

  • Change Orders managed through email and status; Rejection, Request for Modification, or Approval in NetSuite
  • Perform Change Orders through DocuSign routing process and stored in NetSuite
  • Manual overrides available
  • Change Order for AIA output capability
  • Create Change Orders on a Project or Sales Order level

NetSuite construction change order management system with DocuSign integration, AIA output, and centralized tracking for project and sales order changes.
Track and approve construction change orders in NetSuite with status updates, email workflows, and document routing through DocuSign.
Procore to NetSuite integration syncing real-time construction data to improve accounting accuracy and project financial visibility.

Procore to NetSuite Integration

  • Accounting accesses real-time Procore data from the field and synchronizes to NetSuite
  • Stay free from costly errors caused by manual double-entry and siloed systems
  • Protect your bottom line with visibility into unforeseen changes
  • Monitor trends and the financial health of projects

Resources: Case Studies, Whitepapers, and Industry Guides

Explore our detailed case studies, insightful whitepapers, and carefully curated industry guides. These resources provide expert strategies and practical advice to help you improve efficiency, drive growth, and achieve your business goals. Gain the insights you need to move your construction business forward.

Business Guide

Unlocking Cloud ERP for Construction

Learn how integrating NetSuite and Procore transforms construction operations by eliminating inefficiencies and streamlining project management. This guide explains how the connector enhances real-time collaboration, improves inventory control, and reduces costs, helping construction firms move beyond outdated systems for greater efficiency and growth.

Read Time: 8 minutes

Business Guide

How Technology Helps Construction Firms Manage Complex Projects and Boost Efficiency

In today’s competitive construction industry, managing complex, multi-faceted projects is more challenging than ever. Learn how leading firms are leveraging cloud-based ERP solutions to streamline operations, from bidding and subcontractor management to tracking costs and materials. This guide explores the biggest hurdles construction companies face and how technology is helping them enhance visibility, efficiency, and profitability.

Read Time: 8 minutes

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NetSuite for Construction FAQs

NetSuite is an ideal solution for manufacturing companies due to its comprehensive features and ability to streamline operations.

Why Choose NetSuite for Construction? FAQ Icon

NetSuite provides construction companies with an all-in-one solution to manage their entire operation. Beyond its robust financials, project management, and customer relationship management (CRM), it includes specialized tools for construction such as job costing, AIA invoicing, retainage management, and change order management. NetSuite’s construction-specific SuiteApp, built on its native ERP platform, streamlines key processes including managing subcontractors, tracking work in progress, and integrating with payroll systems for compliance with prevailing wage requirements.

Is NetSuite Right for My Construction Business? FAQ Icon

NetSuite’s cloud-based ERP software is ideal for construction companies looking for a comprehensive business solution. With features like project management, real-time collaboration, and detailed financial tracking, NetSuite provides the transparency and control necessary for managing complex projects. Its SuiteApp bundle for construction enhances productivity, supports advanced revenue recognition, and helps businesses improve project profitability and efficiency.

Does ScaleNorth Have Experience with Construction Companies? FAQ Icon

Yes, ScaleNorth has extensive experience working with construction companies to successfully implement and optimize NetSuite. Our team understands the unique challenges and requirements of the construction industry, such as AIA invoicing, retainage management, and project-level budgeting. We specialize in delivering customized solutions that streamline operations, improve financial oversight, and enhance overall project management efficiency.

Can ScaleNorth Help Migrate from My Existing Accounting Platform or ERP? FAQ Icon

Absolutely. ScaleNorth specializes in smooth migrations from existing accounting platforms to NetSuite. Our team of experts will assess your current systems, develop a migration plan tailored to your construction business needs, and execute the transition efficiently. This ensures minimal disruption to your operations while maximizing the benefits NetSuite brings to your financial and project management processes.

How Quickly Can ScaleNorth Start? FAQ Icon

ScaleNorth is committed to a swift implementation of NetSuite for your construction business. After assessing your needs, we’ll provide a detailed timeline and begin the process immediately. Our goal is to ensure a smooth transition so you can quickly realize the full benefits of NetSuite’s features, such as job costing, change order management, and real-time project dashboards, to drive project success and profitability.

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