SubSched

AI-optimized scheduling for subcontractors with built-in compliance checks.

Score: 7.8/10BrazilMedium BuildReady to Spawn
Brand Colors

The Opportunity

Problem

Enterprise construction teams face a nightmare managing subcontractor compliance and scheduling due to fragmented software, relying on error-prone manual spreadsheets.

Solution

SubSched uses drag-and-drop calendars to schedule subs while auto-flagging compliance issues before assignment. Managers visualize conflicts, optimize timelines, and get suggestions based on past performance. Eliminate delays from manual coordination and non-compliant bookings.

Target Audience

Project managers and teams in enterprise-level construction projects overseeing subcontractors

Differentiator

Compliance-gated scheduling prevents invalid assignments at the planning stage.

Brand Voice

supportive

Features

Drag-Drop Scheduler

must-have25h

Visual calendar for assigning subs to tasks/dates.

Compliance Gates

must-have20h

Blocks scheduling if sub non-compliant.

AI Optimization

must-have22h

Suggests best subs based on availability/performance.

Conflict Detection

must-have15h

Highlights overlaps or resource issues.

Performance History

must-have12h

Track sub reliability for future scheduling.

Gantt Chart View

nice-to-have10h

Project timeline visualization.

SMS Reminders

nice-to-have8h

Notify subs of assignments.

Export to PDF/Excel

future12h

Schedule exports.

Total Build Time: 124 hours

Database Schema

users

ColumnTypeNullable
iduuidNo
emailtextNo

Relationships:

  • projects.user_id -> users.id

projects

ColumnTypeNullable
iduuidNo
nametextNo
user_iduuidNo

Relationships:

  • schedules.project_id -> projects.id
  • subcontractors.project_id -> projects.id

subcontractors

ColumnTypeNullable
iduuidNo
nametextNo
project_iduuidNo
is_compliantboolNo

Relationships:

  • schedules.subcontractor_id -> subcontractors.id

schedules

ColumnTypeNullable
iduuidNo
project_iduuidNo
subcontractor_iduuidNo
start_datetimestampNo
end_datetimestampNo
tasktextNo

API Endpoints

GET
/api/schedules

Fetch project schedules

🔒 Auth Required
POST
/api/schedules

Create/update schedule with compliance check

🔒 Auth Required
POST
/api/optimize

Get AI scheduling suggestions

🔒 Auth Required
GET
/api/subcontractors

List available compliant subs

🔒 Auth Required

Tech Stack

Frontend
Next.js 14 + Tailwind + React DnD
Backend
Next.js API
Database
Supabase Postgres
Auth
Supabase Auth
Payments
Stripe
Hosting
Vercel
Additional Tools
Vercel AI SDK for optimization

Build Timeline

Week 1: Core setup

40h
  • Auth
  • Projects
  • Basic calendar

Week 2: Scheduling

40h
  • Drag-drop
  • Compliance gates

Week 3: AI features

35h
  • Optimization
  • Conflicts

Week 4: Finish

25h
  • Payments
  • Exports

Week 5: Testing

20h
  • Bug fixes
  • Landing
Total Timeline: 5 weeks • 160 hours

Pricing Tiers

Free

$0/mo

No AI

  • 1 project
  • Basic scheduling

Pro

$30/mo
  • Unlimited
  • AI optimize
  • Compliance gates

Enterprise

$120/mo
  • Teams
  • Advanced reports
  • API

Revenue Projections

MonthUsersConversionMRRARR
Month 1801%$30$360
Month 67002.5%$525$6,300

Unit Economics

$50
CAC
$900
LTV
5%
Churn
90%
Margin
LTV:CAC Ratio: 18.0xExcellent!

Landing Page Copy

Schedule Subs Without Compliance Headaches

Drag-drop planning with auto-checks and AI smarts for flawless timelines.

Feature Highlights

Visual calendars
Smart suggestions
Zero compliance slips
Performance tracking

Social Proof (Placeholders)

"'Cut scheduling time in half.' - Sarah K., Foreman"

First Three Customers

Target Reddit r/construction and LinkedIn PMs with demo videos. Offer 3-month free Pro to first responders. Partner with one mid-size firm for case study.

Launch Channels

Product Huntr/SaaSr/constructionmanagementTwitter/X construction threads

SEO Keywords

subcontractor scheduling softwareconstruction scheduling tool complianceAI construction scheduler

Competitive Analysis

Autodesk BIM 360

autodesk.com
$50+/user/mo
Strength

BIM integration

Weakness

Complex for scheduling

Our Advantage

Simple, compliance-first at lower cost

🏰 Moat Strategy

Scheduling data moat for AI improvements over time.

⏰ Why Now?

Labor shortages demand efficient scheduling amid rising regs.

Risks & Mitigation

technicallow severity

Drag-drop perf

Mitigation

Use optimized libs

marketmedium severity

Adoption inertia

Mitigation

Free tier

Validation Roadmap

pre-build5 days

Survey 15 PMs

Success: 70% interest

mvp10 days

Onboard 10 betas

Success: Daily usage

Pivot Options

  • Pure scheduling without compliance
  • Expand to full PM

Quick Stats

Build Time
160h
Target MRR (6 mo)
$800
Market Size
$1800.0M
Features
8
Database Tables
4
API Endpoints
4