NB Projects: All-in-One Engineering and Construction ERP Software for Smarter Project Management

In the fast-evolving world of Engineering, Construction and Real estate, cost overruns, resource inefficiencies, and project delays remain major pain points. Rising raw material prices and increasing land costs only add to the challenges. To address this, these companies are turning to intelligent digital solutions that offer accurate cost estimation, real-time project tracking, and seamless contract management—all from a unified platform. That’s where Cetas NB Projects, a powerful Engineering and Construction ERP Software, comes in.

What is NB Projects?

NB Projects (formerly NAVBUILD) is a specialized Engineering and Construction Project Management add-on built on top of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (formerly Navision). Designed by industry experts, it streamlines project planning, execution, and financial control for construction companies and real estate firms.

Whether you’re managing engineering, residential, commercial, or infrastructure projects, NB Projects provides an integrated approach to handle everything—from Bill of Quantities (BoQ) and budgeting to resource planning, subcontractor management, and preventive maintenance.

Why Choose NB Projects Add-on for the Engineering and Construction Industry?

NB Projects is designed to support the complete project lifecycle across both engineering and construction domains. From the initial design and estimation phases to full-scale execution and financial closure, the solution brings all project components into one unified system. Whether you’re managing detailed engineering deliverables or multi-phase construction work, NB Projects helps you stay in control at every step.

Comprehensive Project Lifecycle Management

The system allows you to manage your projects from initiation to completion with built-in tools for defining scope, tracking deliverables, estimating time, resources, and costs, and monitoring progress through interactive Gantt or bar charts. Engineering teams can plan technical milestones and link them with construction execution timelines, while BoQ integration ensures consistency between design specifications and actual material usage. Periodic turnover and cost analysis reports help project managers in both sectors stay on top of progress, costs, and resource efficiency.

Integrated Construction and Engineering Cost Control

Cost management is a key requirement across both engineering design and construction execution. NB Projects supports planned vs. actual cost comparisons, detailed variance reporting, and alerts for budget deviations. Engineering teams can track estimation accuracy during design stages, while construction teams benefit from automated material analysis and consumption tracking. This dual-layered cost visibility enables better decision-making and ultimately leads to higher project profitability—making NB Projects a powerful cost estimation tool for engineering and construction companies alike.

Key Functional Areas in NB Projects

Procurement and Inventory Management in Construction ERP

Efficient procurement and inventory management is critical in the construction industry, where delays in material supply or excess stock can directly affect project timelines and budgets. NB Projects addresses this by enabling real-time tracking of purchase orders and providing detailed vendor ratings, which help businesses make informed and timely purchasing decisions.

Material demand planning in NB Projects is intelligently linked to project timelines, ensuring that procurement aligns with actual requirements. The system generates automated alerts for delivery delays and low stock levels, allowing managers to act proactively. By integrating closely with the planning engine, it helps minimize overstocking and ensures materials are available just in time—driving better construction cost control and improving overall operational efficiency.

Contract & Subcontractor Management

Managing multiple contracts in a construction project can be complex, especially when dealing with various clients and subcontractors. NB Projects simplifies this process by allowing you to easily create, manage, and monitor both client contracts and subcontractor agreements from a single, unified system. It streamlines documentation, tracks commitments, and ensures that all contract terms are adhered to throughout the project lifecycle.

One of the standout features of NB Projects is its ability to automate subcontractor payment verification, reducing manual errors and delays. The system enables precise tracking of applications for payments, offering unmatched accuracy and transparency. For construction firms looking for reliable software to manage subcontractors and contracts, NB Projects delivers a powerful, integrated solution that keeps everything organized and under control—even in the most fast-paced and dynamic project environments.

Plant and Equipment Management with Preventive Maintenance

Managing heavy equipment and machinery efficiently is vital for construction companies aiming to reduce downtime and control operational costs. NB Projects serves as an effective preventive maintenance software for construction machinery, helping businesses stay ahead of potential breakdowns. The system sends automated online alerts for scheduled maintenance tasks, ensuring timely servicing and extending equipment life.

Beyond maintenance, NB Projects tracks the usage, deployment, and hire charges of each piece of machinery across different projects. This level of insight allows companies to accurately allocate costs and avoid unnecessary expenses. By treating each asset as an individual profit center, NB Projects enhances cost accountability and empowers better decision-making around repairs, overhauls, and utilization—making it an essential component of a complete construction ERP solution.

Built-In Financial Accounting for Better Control

Unlike standalone tools that require separate financial systems, NB Projects includes built-in financial accounting, offering complete visibility and control over project finances. This integration ensures that financial data flows seamlessly across departments, eliminating duplication and reducing manual errors.

With NB Projects, construction firms gain access to real-time profit and loss reporting for each project, allowing them to monitor financial performance with precision. The system also supports integrated billing, invoicing, and full GST/tax compliance, making regulatory adherence hassle-free. Additionally, accurate financial forecasting and clear cash flow visibility help project managers and finance teams make informed decisions, ensuring greater control over costs and profitability throughout the project lifecycle.

Built on Dynamics 365 for the Construction Industry

NB Projects is a purpose-built construction management solution developed on top of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, a trusted ERP platform known for its flexibility, security, and scalability. By leveraging Business Central as its core, NB Projects delivers powerful functionality tailored for the unique needs of the construction and real estate sector.

The solution integrates seamlessly with Microsoft tools like Office 365, Power BI, and Teams, enabling smooth collaboration, advanced reporting, and improved productivity across departments. With its customizable framework, NB Projects can adapt to your company’s specific processes, workflows, and compliance needs. Its cloud-based architecture ensures secure, real-time access to critical project data—anytime, anywhere—empowering construction teams to stay connected and in control, whether on-site or off-site.

Who Can Benefit from NB Projects?

• Engineering firms seeking a reliable ERP for engineering and construction projects
• Construction contractors in need of a unified project management solution
• Real estate developers looking for scalable real estate project management software
• Project-driven companies aiming to deploy the best ERP software for construction and infrastructure management

Get Started with NB Projects from Cetas

Whether you’re scaling your engineering or construction business, or optimizing complex project operations, Cetas NB Projects is the right digital foundation. It brings together engineering and construction ERP capabilities—combining BoQ-driven planning, integrated cost control, and real-time resource and contractor management into one powerful platform.

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