Upload plans, notify the right trades, collect bids, and track every decision.
JobZio is designed to turn plan storage into an active subcontractor workflow — from file upload to takeoff request, bid submission, review, decision, and project history.
Create the project workspace
The contractor creates a project and organizes the job by owner, address, project type, assigned PMs, subcontractors, files, schedules, and communication.
Upload plans and supporting files
Upload plan sets, specifications, site photos, permits, selections, contracts, and bid package files. Files can be tagged and tied to project workflow instead of sitting in disconnected folders.
Plans
PDF plan sets and drawings.
Specs
Scopes, selections, and schedules.
Photos
Site conditions and field documentation.
Permits
Approvals and compliance documents.
Select the trades and subs to alert
The contractor selects the subcontractors who should receive takeoff and bid requests.
Send Bid Request
| Select | Trade | Subcontractor | Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| ☑ | Electrical | BrightWire Electric | Friday 4 PM |
| ☑ | Plumbing | FlowPro Plumbing | Friday 4 PM |
| ☑ | HVAC | CoolAir Mechanical | Monday 10 AM |
| ☐ | Roofing | TopLine Roofing | Not selected |
Subs receive mobile bid requests
Subcontractors see assigned projects, visible files, due dates, and comments from the field.
New Bid Request
Lakeview Kitchen Remodel
Trade: Electrical
Due Friday at 4:00 PM
Files available
Plan Set.pdf
Electrical Sheet E1.1
Fixture Schedule.xlsx
Site Photos
Comment
Include rough-in, panel relocation, fixture allowance, and permit support.
Subcontractors upload estimates
Subs can upload their own proposal files from estimating software, upload supporting documents, or use JobZio templates. Initial bids and change orders are clearly separated.
Submit Estimate
Project
Lakeview Kitchen Remodel
Trade
Electrical
Estimate Type
☑ Initial Estimate ☐ Change Order
Status
Draft
| Upload | File | Version |
|---|---|---|
| Proposal | BrightWire_Electrical_Bid.pdf | v1 |
| Support | Fixture_Assumptions.xlsx | v1 |
Contractor reviews and decides
Contractors and PMs review submitted bids, request revisions, accept, or reject. The decision is logged and subcontractors are notified.
Electrical Bids Awaiting Review
| Subcontractor | Amount | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| BrightWire Electric | $18,750 | In Review | Accept / Reject |
| Orlando Power Co. | $21,400 | Submitted | Review |
| Precision Electrical | $17,950 | Revision Requested | Waiting |
Awarded work feeds project execution
Accepted bids become part of the project record and can inform scheduling, milestones, budget tracking, and future closeout history.
