Managed IT for Calgary Construction Companies
Calgary's construction industry is running more technology than ever — BIM models, Procore, cloud project files, field crew tablets, and site trailers that need reliable connectivity. Most IT providers aren't built for distributed, project-based operations. We are.
Construction IT isn't office IT with a hard hat
Most IT providers are designed for companies where everyone works at a desk in one building. Construction companies don't work that way. Your project manager is in the office, your site super is in a trailer, your estimating team is uploading drawings from home, and your subcontractors need access to the project SharePoint — but only their section of it. A generic IT setup breaks under that reality within weeks.
Calgary's construction boom has also brought a wave of cyberattacks specifically targeting construction companies. Ransomware operators know that construction firms work under hard deadlines and will pay to get their project files back. They also know that BIM files, drawings, and contracts are high-value targets that sit in poorly secured cloud environments. Construction is now one of the top-five most targeted industries in North America.
We've built our service model around distributed, project-based operations. We understand Procore, Bluebeam, and AutoCAD. We know how to set up site trailer connectivity with LTE failover. And we know how to segment subcontractor access so your sensitive project data doesn't walk off the project when a sub finishes their scope.
Where Calgary construction companies run into IT problems
These are the issues we see most often when a Calgary GC or construction manager asks us to assess their environment.
Poor site trailer connectivity
Site trailers with unreliable Wi-Fi, no VPN, and consumer-grade routers that drop connection constantly. Field staff waste hours fighting connectivity issues rather than managing the project.
Uncontrolled subcontractor access
Subcontractors added to project SharePoint sites with no access limits, no time boundaries, and no audit trail. Former subs retain access to project files for months or years after their scope ends.
BIM files too large for cloud sync
Revit and large AutoCAD assemblies that won't sync properly over standard cloud storage connections, forcing teams to share files via USB or email attachments — creating version control nightmares and security risks.
Lost or unmanaged field devices
iPads and tablets assigned to field crews with no device management, no encryption, and no way to remotely wipe them if they're lost or stolen on site. One lost tablet can expose the entire project drawing set.
No IT support between projects
Companies that rely on a break-fix IT person who only shows up when something breaks. When a project kicks off and the estimating workstations are acting up, there's no one to call — and no time to wait.
Owner cybersecurity requirements
Infrastructure owners, government clients, and large GCs increasingly require subcontractors to complete cybersecurity questionnaires before bid qualification. Companies without documented controls are disqualified before the bid is even opened.
What we deliver for Calgary construction companies
Six core capabilities built for the distributed, project-based reality of construction operations.
Site trailer & field office connectivity
We deploy business-grade routers with LTE failover in site trailers and field offices so your teams stay connected when primary internet goes down. Every site connects back to corporate via secure VPN, and we monitor site connectivity remotely so we know about issues before your super calls in.
Construction software support
We support Procore, Bluebeam Revu, AutoCAD, Revit, Buildertrend, Sage 300 Construction, and Microsoft Project. We manage licensing, updates, and workstation hardware specs required for BIM workloads. We also configure Procore and SharePoint integration so project documents flow between systems without duplication.
Subcontractor access management
We configure Microsoft 365 guest access so subcontractors can access their section of the project SharePoint — and nothing else. Access is time-limited and revoked automatically when a subcontract ends. We maintain a complete audit trail of all document access for dispute resolution and project closeout.
Field device management
Every tablet, laptop, and mobile device assigned to field crews is enrolled in Microsoft Intune for centralized management. Devices are encrypted, protected by MFA, and can be remotely wiped within minutes if lost or stolen on site. New field devices are configured and enrolled remotely — no truck roll required.
Ransomware protection & backup
We deploy endpoint detection and response (EDR) on every device, configure immutable off-site backups for project files and BIM models, and test backup restoration quarterly. If ransomware hits, we can restore your environment from clean backups — not pay a ransom to get your drawings back.
Rapid onboarding & offboarding
Construction staffing changes constantly. We provide same-day onboarding for new hires and same-day offboarding when staff leave or a project ends. New employees get a configured device, Microsoft 365 account, MFA setup, and access to the systems they need — all handled before their first day on site.
What Calgary construction companies say
"We were running three sites and our IT was held together with duct tape. IT Works set up proper site trailer connectivity, locked down our subcontractor access in Procore, and we haven't had a major IT issue in over a year. Best decision we made."
"We had a subcontractor who had access to our full SharePoint two years after finishing their scope. IT Works audited our access controls and found 14 ex-users still active. They locked it down and set up proper off-boarding so it never happens again."
Common questions from Calgary construction companies
Can you support our IT across multiple active job sites?+
Yes. We provide centralized IT management for construction companies with staff spread across the office, trailers, and multiple active sites. Every device is managed through Microsoft Intune regardless of location. For site trailers, we configure secure Wi-Fi with LTE failover so your field teams stay connected even when primary site internet goes down.
Do you support BIM, AutoCAD, and other construction software?+
Yes. We support AutoCAD, Revit, Procore, Buildertrend, Bluebeam Revu, Sage 300 Construction, and Microsoft Project. We manage software licensing, updates, and the workstation specifications required to run BIM workloads reliably. We also help companies configure Procore and SharePoint integration for project document management.
How do you manage subcontractor and trade access to project systems?+
We implement Microsoft 365 guest access policies so subcontractors access only what they need for their specific scope. Access is time-limited to the project duration and revoked automatically when a subcontract ends. We maintain a complete audit trail of document access for dispute resolution and project closeout documentation.
What happens if a field laptop or tablet is lost or stolen on a job site?+
Because we manage all field devices through Microsoft Intune, a lost or stolen device can be remotely wiped within minutes of you notifying us. All devices are encrypted with BitLocker so data cannot be accessed even if someone else recovers the device. We can also lock the device immediately while you decide whether to wipe it.
Can you help us meet owner and GC cybersecurity requirements?+
Yes. Infrastructure owners and large GCs increasingly require subcontractors to document their cybersecurity controls, particularly on government and infrastructure projects. We help construction companies build and document MFA, encrypted storage, endpoint protection, and incident response — and complete any cybersecurity questionnaires you receive from owners or primes.
How do you handle IT as our company grows and takes on more projects?+
Our flat monthly pricing scales with your company. When you hire new staff or bring on new site crews, adding devices and users is straightforward. New staff onboarding — Microsoft 365, device setup, MFA configuration — is included in the standard service. We scale with your project pipeline without surprise invoices for each new hire or new site.
Ready to get your construction IT under control?
Book a free IT assessment. We'll review your current environment — site connectivity, device management, subcontractor access, and cybersecurity — and give you a clear picture of what needs to change and what it costs.
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