Buildscout Named a Finalist for the National Building & Construction Awards

Buildscout has been named a finalist for the Construction Software Award at the National Building & Construction Awards. The nomination recognises Buildscout's role in helping construction businesses plan and win the right projects, on time and within budget.

Paul

16 Jul 2026

We're thrilled to share some exciting news: Buildscout has been named a finalist for the Construction Software Award at this year's National Building & Construction Awards.

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This category celebrates innovative construction software that helps the building and construction industry plan and execute projects accurately, on time, and within budget. Being recognised alongside the best in the industry is a huge moment for our whole team.

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Why This Recognition Matters

Buildscout was built with one goal in mind: helping SME builders, contractors, and installers win the right work, earlier. By connecting businesses with planning application data the moment it's submitted, we help our customers build a predictable pipeline of high-value projects, without the guesswork.

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Being shortlisted for this award is recognition of that mission, and of the results our customers are seeing every day. From family-run construction firms building multi-million-pound pipelines, to specialists cutting the time spent chasing the wrong leads, this nomination reflects the impact Buildscout is having across the industry.

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What's Next

The winners will be announced at the National Building & Construction Awards ceremony in October. Whatever the outcome, this nomination is a proud milestone for Buildscout and a testament to the hard work of our team and the trust of our customers.

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We'll be sharing updates in the lead-up to the ceremony. Watch this space.

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Find Out More About Buildscout

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