Enhancing Construction Project Management: Developing a Seamless Document Upload Workflow

Introducing BuildFlow—a tailored construction project management platform designed specifically for small site teams, such as contractors and independent contractors. My goal with this project is to streamline construction workflows, reducing the chaos of managing documents and communication across the job site.

Recently, I completed the development of a pivotal feature: the document upload system. This functionality allows users to easily upload essential files like architectural plans, contracts, and progress reports. The system is designed with simplicity and efficiency in mind, offering support for categorizing documents, managing different versions, and identifying the uploader—all to foster better organization and accountability.

The platform is built using Laravel 12 for the backend and React (via Inertia) for the frontend. In its current form, file storage is handled locally, but the architecture is flexible enough to support scaling and integration with cloud storage solutions in the future.

My approach centers on addressing common challenges faced by small construction teams—replacing scattered WhatsApp chats, disorganized PDFs, and weak version control with a unified, straightforward solution that genuinely solves everyday pain points.

I’m eager to hear insights from fellow developers and industry professionals. If you have suggestions on how to enhance user experience or strategies to scale uploads effectively as the platform grows, I’d love to hear your thoughts.