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Setup checklists
Setup checklists
Contractor management software guide
A contractor management software guide for controlling RAMS, subcontractors, site evidence, actions, documents, risks and reporting.
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Principal Contractor Software
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Construction KPI Dashboard Starter Guide
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13 July 2026
Published 30 June 2026
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Contractor management software helps teams organise the people, companies, documents, actions and evidence needed to control work. It is strongest when subcontractor records, RAMS, inductions, permits, risks and site evidence are connected.
What to manage
- Contractor and subcontractor details.
- Insurance, certificates and expiry evidence.
- RAMS, permits, inductions and briefings.
- Project actions, site evidence and close-out records.
- Risk, compliance and reporting views.
How Zektrx fits
Zektrx links Contractor Management Software, Subcontractor Management Software, Risk Management Software and Construction Compliance Software into one contractor workspace.
Next step
Review Pricing, map your contractor evidence gaps, or book a workflow demo.
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Knowledge Journey
Learn, use, then automate.
1. Learn
GuideSetup checklists
Construction software for small contractors: what to set up first
A practical guide for small contractors choosing which construction software workflows to set up first across RAMS, jobs, stock and documents.
GuideSetup checklists
Contractor operating system guide
A practical guide to building a contractor operating system across jobs, RAMS, documents, stock, commercial records and evidence.
GuideSetup checklists
Construction management software guide
A guide to construction management software for contractors that need jobs, safety, documents, people, stock, commercial records and reporting connected.
2. Use
CalculatorHealth & Safety
HAVS Calculator
Estimate hand-arm vibration A(8) exposure from vibration magnitude and trigger time. Free online tool for UK construction and trade teams.
CalculatorHealth & Safety
Ladder Angle Calculator
Check ladder angle and vertical reach using ladder length and wall distance. Free online tool for UK construction and trade teams.
CalculatorHealth & Safety
Manual Handling Calculator
Create a simple manual handling risk score from load, frequency, distance and twisting. Free online tool for UK construction and trade teams.
3. Automate
Featurerams
RAMS Software
Create, review and manage RAMS, method statements, signatures and evidence.
Featurerisk assessment
Risk Assessment Software
Build controlled risk assessments with owners, review dates and linked evidence.
Featureelectrical
Electrical Contractor Software
Manage electrical RAMS, permits, drawings, testing evidence and handover.
4. Start
See the principal contractor workspace.
Coordinate subcontractor documents, RAMS, permits, site evidence, actions and audit readiness.
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Related Guides
Keep learning
GuideSetup checklists
Construction software for small contractors: what to set up first
A practical guide for small contractors choosing which construction software workflows to set up first across RAMS, jobs, stock and documents.
GuideSetup checklists
Contractor operating system guide
A practical guide to building a contractor operating system across jobs, RAMS, documents, stock, commercial records and evidence.
GuideSetup checklists
Construction management software guide
A guide to construction management software for contractors that need jobs, safety, documents, people, stock, commercial records and reporting connected.
Related Calculators
Run the numbers
CalculatorHealth & Safety
HAVS Calculator
Estimate hand-arm vibration A(8) exposure from vibration magnitude and trigger time. Free online tool for UK construction and trade teams.
CalculatorHealth & Safety
Ladder Angle Calculator
Check ladder angle and vertical reach using ladder length and wall distance. Free online tool for UK construction and trade teams.
CalculatorHealth & Safety
Manual Handling Calculator
Create a simple manual handling risk score from load, frequency, distance and twisting. Free online tool for UK construction and trade teams.
Related Templates
Document the work
TemplateRAMS
RAMS Template
A controlled structure for task hazards, method statement steps, controls, signatures and review evidence.
TemplateRisk Assessments
Construction Risk Assessment Template
Identify hazards, people at risk, existing controls, further actions and review dates. Free, editable construction template from Zektrx.
TemplateMethod Statements
Method Statement Template
Plan the safe sequence of work, people, plant, materials, controls and hold points. Free, editable construction template from Zektrx.
Related Features
Automate the workflow
Featurerams
RAMS Software
Create, review and manage RAMS, method statements, signatures and evidence.
Featurerisk assessment
Risk Assessment Software
Build controlled risk assessments with owners, review dates and linked evidence.
Featureelectrical
Electrical Contractor Software
Manage electrical RAMS, permits, drawings, testing evidence and handover.
Related Industries
Trade workflows
Industryprincipal contractors
Principal Contractors Software
Principal contractor hubs for subcontractor coordination, RAMS, permits, site records, actions and audit evidence.
Industryelectrical
Electrical Contractors Software
Electrical contractor RAMS, permits, testing evidence, drawings, site records and handover packs. One platform for documents, evidence and compliance.
Industrygroundworks
Groundworkers Software
Groundworks RAMS, permits, site diaries, plant checks, photos, quality records and delay evidence. One platform for documents, evidence and compliance.
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Zektrx vs Spreadsheets
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Zektrx vs Procore
Compare Zektrx with Procore for contractors that need RAMS, site evidence, document control and day-to-day trade operations without enterprise complexity.
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Zektrx vs SafetyCulture
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Related FAQs
Can Zektrx replace all spreadsheets?
It can replace many operational spreadsheets, especially where records need owners, evidence, approvals or reporting.
From Zektrx vs Spreadsheets
Where should a spreadsheet migration start?
Start with RAMS, training, document control, actions or site records because those usually carry the most risk.
From Zektrx vs Spreadsheets
Can spreadsheet data be imported?
A migration plan should map columns into Zektrx workflows before import or manual setup.
From Zektrx vs Spreadsheets
Can principal contractors coordinate subcontractors?
Yes. Zektrx can organise subcontractor records, documents, actions and evidence.
From Principal Contractors Software
FAQ
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Who should use this setup checklists resource?
This resource is for contractor, site, compliance and operations teams reviewing contractor management software guide and deciding which records should become controlled workflows.
Can this be managed in Zektrx?
Yes. Zektrx is designed to turn recurring construction checklists, documents, actions, signatures and evidence into connected workflows.
Is this a replacement for competent professional advice?
No. Use this as practical workflow guidance and keep competent legal, safety, engineering or site-specific review where required.