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Project Management Software for Architects

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Project Management Software for Architects

Architects juggle people, drawings, RFIs, and field realities — often across dozens of emails and folders. WorkFotos is project management software for architects that ties the whole story together: milestones (SD/DD/CD/CA), consultant coordination, site photos with annotations, field observation reports, RFIs & submittal notes, punch lists, and client-ready PDFs. When proof lives with your plan, owners decide faster and disputes fade.

Milestones: SD / DD / CD / CA Site Photos & Reports RFIs & Submittals (notes) Punch Lists & Closeout Transmittals & Links Invoices & Payments Offline Capture

What’s broken in architect PM (and how to fix it)

Scattered context: RFIs in email, photos in chats, action lists in spreadsheets.
Slow decisions: owners can’t “see it,” so approvals and COs stall.
Messy records: no single project thread from kickoff to closeout.

The fix is simple: keep the entire project story in one place — milestones → site photos → field reports → punch → transmittals → invoices. Crews capture on site, PMs organize in minutes, owners view clean proof.

Project setup that matches how architects work

Organize by address & areas

Create the project by address; add levels, grids, rooms, and systems (e.g., L3, Grid D6, MEP).

Consultants & roles

List owner/CM/GC and consultants (structural, MEP, civil, landscape) with contacts and responsibilities.

Milestones

Track SD, DD, CD, permit, bid, and CA with checklists and next actions tied to the same record.

Standards & templates

Reuse report templates, punch formats, and transmittal notes so teams move fast with consistency.

Design & construction administration workflow

1
Capture site photos — before/during/after with on-image annotations for clarity.
2
Log RFIs & submittal notes against areas/systems so history is searchable.
3
Assign actions with @mentions, due dates, and status.
4
Share a filtered link with the GC/owner instead of zip files and long email threads.
5
Export PDFs for meetings, submittals, and weekly updates.
6
Roll into punch as spaces approach substantial completion.

No signal on site? Capture offline and sync later — timestamps, order, and structure are preserved.

Field observation reports owners will read

Section
What to include
Cover
Project, address, date range, distribution list
Summary
Key activities, risks, required owner decisions, next steps
Observations
3–6 photos per area with captions, status, and responsible party
Actions
Item, assignee, due date, current state
Attachments
Sketches, detail references, test results, permits

Export a branded PDF or share a read-only link filtered by date, level, grid, or trade.

Punch lists that actually close

Photo + note + assignee

Create items with pictures, context, and responsibility (GC or sub). Track open/closed by room or system.

Room-by-room clarity

Tag items to L2_210 or Core_East for fast walk-throughs and rechecks.

Closeout docs

Keep warranties, test reports, O&M manuals, and as-built photos with the same project thread.

Transmittals

Send a simple share link and keep a register of what was sent, when, and to whom.

Faster owner decisions with visual proof

“Once the owner saw the annotated photo set, the ventilation change order approved the same day.”

Clear photos with notes beat long emails. WorkFotos makes it easy to show options, document unforeseen conditions, and keep a decision log tied to the project record.

From scope to invoice — without rework

Proposals & phases

Build SD/DD/CD/CA tasks and allowances, then convert approvals into internal work orders and schedules.

Invoices & online payments

Send client-ready invoices with attached proof (reports, photos). Collect deposits, milestones, or T&M via a secure payment link (availability may vary by region/account setup).

Plan. Document. Decide. Close — one connected flow.

Keep architecture projects moving with photo-first field reports, punch, and transmittals your clients actually read.

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Built for site walks and design meetings

Capture in the field, organize by level and grid, export clean PDFs, and keep owners and consultants aligned. iOS, Android, and web.

Architect PM — FAQ

Can I create field observation reports with photos?
Yes. Add annotated images, observations, actions, and export a branded PDF or share a read-only link.
Does it track RFIs and submittals?
You can log notes and link photos to areas/systems so history is searchable and decisions are faster.
How does punch list tracking work?
Each item has a photo, note, assignee, and due date. Filter by room, floor, or trade and track to close.
Can I keep consultants and owner contacts in one place?
Yes. Maintain firms, roles, and responsibilities tied to the same project thread.
What about offline on site?
Capture without signal and sync later. Timestamps and structure are preserved for the record.
Do you support invoicing and payments?
Send client-ready invoices and accept online payments for phases, milestones, or T&M in the same workflow.