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# "IT Done Right, so your World is Empowered, Enriched, and Protected"

# How Much Does Managed IT Cost for a Construction Company with 30–150 Employees?

For most construction companies with 30 to 150 employees, managed IT services typically cost between **$150 and $225 per user per month**.

For example, a 50-employee construction firm can expect to invest approximately **$7,500 to $11,250 per month**, depending on job site complexity, cybersecurity requirements, and support needs.

IT pricing for construction is different from office-only businesses. It must account for mobile crews, multiple job sites, higher security risk, and onsite support requirements. Understanding what drives these costs helps construction leaders budget accurately and avoid surprises.

## Number of Users, Devices, and Job Sites 

Managed IT pricing starts with users. Construction environments introduce additional complexity.

Field workers often use multiple devices, shared equipment, or temporary setups across job sites.

Key considerations include:

- Office users versus field users
- Device-to-user ratio, often 1.2 to 1.5 devices per user
- Number of active job sites
- Temporary trailers and changing locations

More devices and more job sites increase management, monitoring, and support scope. That directly affects cost.

### Job Site and Field Support Requirements

Construction companies rely on IT support that works beyond the office. When technology fails at a job site, crews can be delayed or stopped entirely.

Pricing is influenced by:

- Remote-first support with job site prioritization
- Same-day or next-business-day onsite support when required
- Early morning or time-sensitive job site issues
- Geographic coverage for onsite dispatch

Construction-focused MSPs build these realities into structured pricing models instead of billing unpredictable hourly fees.

#### Cybersecurity Requirements for Construction

Construction companies face elevated cybersecurity risk due to vendor access, email-based attacks, and lost or stolen field devices.

Managed IT pricing reflects:

- Multi-layered security, not just antivirus
- Protection for mobile devices and field users
- Email security and phishing prevention
- Backup and disaster recovery

Security is a major cost driver. It also prevents downtime, data loss, wire fraud, and project delays that are far more expensive than prevention.

# Software and Cloud Platforms Used

Most construction companies rely on multiple systems such as:

- Microsoft 365
- Procore
- Autodesk
- Bluebeam
- Accounting and project management platforms

Managed IT pricing accounts for:

- User access and permissions
- Sync and performance issues
- Vendor coordination and troubleshooting
- Licensing oversight

The more platforms in use, the greater the management and support effort required.

###### Proactive Managed IT Versus Break-Fix Support

Break-fix IT may appear less expensive upfront. In reality, costs are unpredictable and downtime is common.

Proactive managed IT includes ongoing monitoring, maintenance, and lifecycle planning.

This typically includes:

- Hardware refresh planning using 3 to 5 year cycles
- Patch management and system updates
- Continuous monitoring and prevention
- Strategic IT planning and guidance

The result is predictable monthly costs instead of surprise repair bills.

###### Example Managed IT Cost Scenarios for Construction Companies

**30-Employee Construction Company**

Estimated range: **$4,500 to $6,750 per month**  
Limited job sites  
Standard security and support

**75-Employee Construction Company**

Estimated range: **$11,250 to $16,875 per month**  
Multiple active job sites  
Enhanced cybersecurity and field support

**150-Employee Construction Company**

Estimated range: **$22,500 to $33,750 per month**  
High device usage  
Frequent on-site needs  
Advanced security and proactive planning

Actual pricing depends on environmentand scope. These ranges reflect common construction scenarios.

 

# What Is Typically Included in Managed IT for Construction?

Most construction-focused managed IT plans include:

- Helpdesk support for office and field teams
- Job site and remote support
- Device and user management
- Cybersecurity monitoring and protection
- Backup and disaster recovery
- Vendor and software coordination
- Strategic IT planning

# Why Construction IT Pricing Is Different from Generic MSP Pricing?

Generic MSPs often price for office-only environments.

Construction companies require IT that supports mobility, speed, and security across active job sites.

Cheapest is rarely best when downtime delays crews, inspections, or project timelines. Construction-focused IT pricing reflects operational reality.

# Why Construction Companies Choose SisAdmin?

Construction firms choose SisAdmin because we understand how the industry operates.

- Construction-specialized IT, not generic MSP support
- Experience with 30 to 150 employee construction companies
- Job site aware support and planning
- Local onsite coverage in Snohomish, King, and Skagit counties
- Transparent pricing of $150 to $225 per user per month

Our approach aligns technology with project timelines, financial risk, and field operations.

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