Marketing for Construction
Generate commercial project leads and build your reputation as the contractor developers trust.
Common challenges we solve
The eight things we hear most often from contractors before they work with us.
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Difficulty showing project quality online
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Few inbound leads, most of them from referrals
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An outdated presentation and online presence
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Long sales cycles with several decision makers
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Competing on price instead of value
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Hard to explain capabilities without meeting in person
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A website that does not reflect the quality of the work
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An inconsistent pipeline and revenue
They do not understand B2B construction sales.
Most agencies treat construction companies like consumer businesses. They do not understand long sales cycles, multiple stakeholders and the weight of project documentation. Construction marketing has to demonstrate capability, reliability and track record. Looking good is the smaller half.
How we help construction companies
Six things we build, in the order they usually pay back.
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Project portfolio pages
Comprehensive case studies that show your best work with specifications and results.
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Service area SEO
Rank for commercial construction searches in your geographic markets.
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B2B lead funnels
Lead magnets and qualification processes designed for commercial buyers.
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Authority content
Thought leadership that positions you as the expert contractor.
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RFQ process optimisation
A simpler way for prospects to request quotes and information.
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Capability documentation
Digital documentation of certifications, equipment and capacity.
The typical construction customer journey
Six steps between a planned project and an awarded contract. Our work sits at every one of them.
Project conception
A developer or owner begins planning a project.
Contractor research
They research contractors with relevant experience.
Capability evaluation
They review past projects, certifications and capacity.
RFQ or RFP process
They request quotes from qualified contractors.
Proposal and negotiation
They evaluate proposals and negotiate terms.
Contract award
They select and contract the winning bidder.
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A commercial general contractor, before and after
Before
8 RFQs per month, mostly from existing relationships.
After
24 RFQs per month, 60% of them from new prospects.
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Built a portfolio with 20 detailed project case studies
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Created a service page for each construction type
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Implemented an RFQ form with qualification questions
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Developed capability documentation for proposals
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Optimised for commercial construction searches regionally
Industry statistics
How commercial buyers choose a contractor today.
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70%+
of construction errors trace back to poor documentation
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30%
less rework with digital documentation
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89%
of B2B buyers research online first
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47%
view three to five pieces of content before contacting sales
Services for construction
Marketing services built for your industry, each one a page of its own.
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Construction SEO
Project type and service area optimisation.
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Contractor websites
Portfolio-focused, professional websites.
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Project documentation
Digital case studies and capability sheets.
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B2B lead generation
RFQ funnels and lead qualification.
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Content marketing
Thought leadership and industry content.
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Proposal support
Digital assets for bid presentations.
Frequently asked questions
How do construction companies get clients online?
Through a portfolio that proves capability and a site that answers a developer's questions before the first meeting: project types, service areas, certifications, capacity and past results. Add search visibility for commercial construction in your regions and a clear request-for-quote path, and the enquiries move from referrals only to referrals plus new prospects.
Does digital marketing work for construction?
Yes, but not the consumer kind. Commercial buyers research for weeks, involve several people and want documentation. Marketing that works for construction gives them detailed case studies, capability sheets and a professional way to request a quote, then stays in touch through a long decision.
What should a construction company website include?
Detailed project case studies with specifications and results, a page for each construction type you take on, your service areas, certifications and equipment, the team behind the work, and a request-for-quote form that asks the right qualifying questions.
How can contractors stand out from competitors?
By demonstrating rather than claiming. Most contractor websites say the same things. Documented projects, named clients where allowed, a clear specialism and a fast, professional response to enquiries separate you from the firms competing on price.
Let's talk about your construction company's marketing
Book a free strategy call to talk through where your next enquiries will come from.
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Actionable audit
SEO, paid media and funnel analysis
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Custom growth plan
A strategy built for your targets
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Transparent pricing
Our fee vs. your projected ROI