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Gsite: Tier 1 construction management software at Tier 3 prices

Written by Alex Timperley | Sep 23, 2025 2:35:54 PM

Construction site management software can be a difference maker for any Tier 3 contractor. It enables greater efficiency, a more productive workforce and huge time and money savings.

But the reality is that it can also look like a significant financial burden with a large cost up front. Many products in the sector require a substantial outlay which many smaller contractors might not be able to afford – especially in the current construction market.

Financial margins in construction are shrinking

Generating a profit in construction is harder than ever thanks to:

  • The rising cost of materials
  • Wage growth
  • Increased business costs
  • Energy prices going up

…and much more. Research from Construction News shows that pre-tax profits for the top 100 construction firms in the UK fell by 35% in 2024.[1] For smaller contractors, it can be even harder to make ends meet, and the market can make it vital to look after every penny.

With that economic context in the background, it can be hard to invest even further in construction site management software, even when you know it could save you money in the long run.

How much does construction site software cost?

The price of construction site software can vary, but the most widely used products on the market can be expensive. In some cases, you might have to commit to spending thousands of pounds a month.

For a Tier 3 contractor, that means the numbers might not add up. If you’re spending six figures a year on software, the efficiency savings and productivity gains would need to be significant to turn that into a profitable investment. You might also have to pay for licenses per project in some cases, adding even more to the cost and having two other adverse effects:

  • Collaboration is stifled through reluctance to add sub-contractors. That limits the efficiency gains and productivity improvements you get through having everyone on the same system and working on the same plans in real time.
  • It puts pressure on the system owner to decide who to add, remove or leave out entirely. As well as stifling collaboration, that adds another admin task when the software is supposed to remove that burden.

For a Tier 1, that cost might be negligible and get lost in the overall balance sheet. The scale of operations also means that a large contractor can get greater benefits and savings. However, for a Tier 3 or Tier 4, the benefits might be fewer and the costs more significant as a percentage of overall profits.

Is construction management software worth it for Tier 3 contractors?

Our Gsite solution is designed to bridge that gap and provide a premium product at a price point which suits Tier 3 contractors. We offer smart digital solutions that simplify project delivery and connect every stage of the build – without breaking the bank.

The Gsite Lite model is available for just £2,500 a year, and the Pro model for £4,500 per year. Both can be used on up to five projects and there are no additional hidden costs. If you need to use it on more projects, we can work with you on a bespoke quote that fits into your financial capability and helps you scale your business.

You get a digital tool which offers all the features you would expect from the most popular construction management tools, but at a fraction of the cost. That makes it the ideal Tier 3 digital construction tool to help you boost efficiency and cut costs on site through digital operations.

Learn more about construction software for Tier 3 contractors

Want to discover how our software and tools can help your Tier 3 business streamline operations and the construction processes? Sign up for a free trial and begin using Gsite today.

[1] https://www.constructionnews.co.uk/financial/cn100-2024-turnover-up-profit-down-as-inflation-bites-12-09-2024/