Connect Projex is a fixed‑price online marketplace that lets construction builders post vetted subcontractor jobs and allows manufacturers and tradies to apply for work that matches their capacity. The platform streamlines hiring with pre‑verified contractor profiles, real‑time job notifications, and a subscription model that removes per‑application fees while ensuring transparent budgeting.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Construction firms often face lengthy tender processes and difficulty finding reliable subcontractors quickly, leading to project delays and underutilized capacity. Manufacturers and tradies also struggle to locate immediate work to keep their teams productive, especially when project pipelines have gaps.
Solution
Connect Projex operates a fixed‑price online marketplace that brings manufacturers, builders, and tradies together in a single platform. Advertisers post vetted contractor listings with set prices, eliminating price negotiations and reducing quoting time. Suppliers can browse unlimited jobs, receive real‑time updates, and apply for work that matches their capacity, with options to pay per won job or via a subscription for unlimited applications. The platform includes rating and review systems, insurance and certification details, and supports both small residential and large commercial projects, streamlining the subcontractor selection and job‑matching process.
Target Audience
Primary users are construction builders and project managers seeking reliable subcontractors, and manufacturers or tradies looking for immediate, vetted work to fill pipeline gaps.
Features
- Centralized marketplace where builders post fixed‑price job ads and contractors apply directly
- Pre‑vetted supplier profiles with customer reviews, ratings, past project lists, insurance and ISO certification information
- Real‑time job notifications and unlimited browsing for suppliers
- Subscription model ($99/month) for unlimited job applications, plus a free tier with up to three applications per month and a $199 per‑won‑job fee
- No price negotiation; all listings are fixed price to ensure budgeting transparency
- Ability for advertisers to post unlimited job ads and for suppliers to apply without per‑application fees under the paid plan