Design & BIM

Bentley

Bentley Systems provides comprehensive software solutions for designing, constructing, and operating infrastructure assets. It serves engineers, architects, constructors, and owner-operators involved in large-scale capital projects.

emergingPlumbingElectricalHVACRoofing

Use Cases

  • Infrastructure design and modeling
  • Building Information Modeling (BIM)
  • Project collaboration and delivery
  • Asset performance management

Pricing

MicroStation

Core CAD and BIM platform for design and drafting across various disciplines.

OpenBuildings Designer

Comprehensive BIM software for architectural, structural, and MEP building design.

ProjectWise

Project collaboration and work-sharing platform for distributed teams.

AssetWise

Software for asset performance management and reliability.

SYNCHRO

4D construction modeling and project management for planning and progress tracking.

Capability Matrix

FeatureStatusDepth
3D ModelingYesAdvanced
Project ManagementYesAdvanced
Document StorageYesAdvanced
Cloud StorageYesAdvanced
Reporting DashboardYesStandard
API AccessYesAdvanced
Digital TakeoffYesStandard
EstimatingPartialStandard
Asset ManagementYesAdvanced
Work OrdersPartialStandard
Inspection FormsYesStandard
Project StaffingYesStandard
Template LibraryYesStandard
Mobile AppYesStandard
Push NotificationsYesStandard
ReportingYesAdvanced
Crew ManagementPartialBasic
Subcontractor ManagementPartialStandard
Vendor ManagementPartialStandard
AI FeaturesYesBasic

Strengths

  • Comprehensive portfolio for infrastructure lifecycle
  • Advanced BIM and digital twin capabilities
  • Strong focus on large-scale, complex projects

Best Fit

Typical clientslarge contractors up to enterprise & national firms (500+)
Platform weightLightweight — newer platform, faster to adopt

Usually more platform than a solo or small crew needs — smaller shops tend to be better served by a lighter tool.

LargeEnterpriseEnterprise only