Australia’s leading construction businesses are navigating a tough environment — tighter margins, stricter compliance, and increasing expectations from both clients and subcontractors. And yet, the builders performing best are also making smarter decisions about how their internal processes run.
That’s why we’re proud to see that 28 of the top 50 builders in Australia, as ranked by BCI Central in 2025, trust Payapps to manage progress claims and payment workflows.
This isn’t just a number — it’s a signal. The country’s top builders aren’t only focused on what gets built, but how it gets built. They’re embracing construction technology that improves collaboration, compliance, and transparency throughout the supply chain.
“We’re proud that so many of Australia’s leading builders trust Payapps,” says Scott Lockwood, Director of Customer Success at Payapps. “But what matters more is what it says about these businesses — they’re not just managing projects, they’re thinking long-term about process improvement, subcontractor satisfaction and sustainable growth.”
Setting the Pace in Progress Claim Efficiency
Take ADCO Constructions, one of the top 10 builders in Australia. They’ve streamlined the submission and assessment of progress claims using Payapps — ensuring every claim is contractually aligned, tracked, and processed with speed and accuracy.
Buildcorp (ranked #12) has seen similar benefits. With high volumes of subcontractors and projects across the business, standardising claims has made a significant operational impact.
“With Payapps, setting up a contract at the start of a project takes only about 10 minutes,” says Toni Hall, Group Commercial Business Systems Manager at Buildcorp. Even the simplest claims can now be processed in as little as two minutes. That’s a massive time saving that’s helped us scale without adding headcount.”
A Different Kind of Builder Mindset
While size and scale matter, what truly sets these builders apart is mindset. Companies like Sarah Constructions and Mainbrace Constructions aren’t just adopting tech to solve today’s problems — they’re building for long-term efficiency.
Mainbrace, ranked #34, noted that digitising their claim process reduced the time spent chasing subcontractors, while ensuring compliance documentation was attached at the point of claim — not as an afterthought.
Sarah Constructions, ranked #33, improved certainty around payments and increased visibility for their subcontractors, both critical for maintaining strong relationships in a fast-paced commercial environment.
Subcontractor Trust Is Key
Subcontractor trust isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s essential to project success. When claims are delayed or approval processes are unclear, confidence erodes and collaboration breaks down.
Builders using Payapps consistently report faster approvals, fewer disputes, and less admin. More importantly, their subcontractors gain real-time visibility into where claims stand — improving communication and reducing stress.
“The businesses we partner with aren’t chasing shortcuts,” says Lockwood. “They’re investing in solutions that help them build trust, deliver faster, and reduce complexity where it matters most — in the day-to-day processes that support project success.”
What’s Next for Smart Builders?
Construction businesses across Australia and New Zealand are under pressure to work more efficiently — and many of the industry’s most respected names are already leading the charge. By investing in technology that simplifies claim workflows and supports collaboration, they’re not just keeping up. They’re raising the bar.
Want to see how other top builders are working smarter with progress claims? Explore more real stories at payapps.com/nz/customer-stories.
