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Managed IT Services for AEC Firms: Request a Proposal

Your projects run on tight schedules, tighter margins, and a lot of moving parts. Your IT shouldn’t be one more thing that can go wrong.

IT Services Built for Architects, Engineers, and Construction Firms


ISOutsource provides AEC firms across the Pacific Northwest and Arizona with managed IT, cybersecurity, and technology consulting built around how design and construction businesses actually operate, from the office to the job site, so your team can stay focused on the build.

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What Our Customers are Saying

“A single point of failure was too great of a risk for us. Additionally, it would cost us nearly $100,000 annually to hire an internal IT staff member. ISOutsource provides us the peace of mind that we are protected from cybercrime. We have been the target of cybercriminals over the past couple of years and with ISOutsource as our partner we have not had any breaches or compromises.” 

--Dan Martinez, President, Allstar Glass


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What IT Services Do Architecture, Engineering & Construction Firms Actually Need?

AEC firms run on deadlines. Bids, submittals, drawings, change orders, and inspections all move on a schedule that doesn’t pause for a server outage or a ransomware attack. At the same time, project teams are split between the office, the job site, and the homes of remote staff, all needing fast, secure access to large files and shared systems.

ISOutsource has supported architecture, engineering, and construction companies across Washington, Oregon, and Arizona for more than 30 years, including general contractors, specialty subcontractors, architecture firms, and homebuilders. We understand the software, the workflows, and the risks that are unique to this industry.

What Makes Managed IT Services for AEC Firms Different?

Project deadlines don’t move. Downtime during a bid period, a permitting deadline, or a critical project phase can mean missed milestones, penalty clauses, or lost contracts.

Field and office teams need the same access. Project managers, superintendents, and field crews need secure access to drawings, schedules, and project management software from job sites, trailers, and vehicles, not just the office.

Large files move constantly. CAD files, BIM models, drawings, and project photos need fast, reliable storage and sharing, often with architects, subcontractors, and owners outside your organization.

Construction is a top target for wire fraud and business email compromise. Large payments to subcontractors and vendors make AEC firms an attractive target for invoice fraud and email-based scams.

Industry-specific software has to work. ERP and project management platforms like Sage, Foundation, Procore, Viewpoint, and Bluebeam need to be supported, integrated, and kept running, not treated as an afterthought.

Project-based growth requires flexible IT. Headcount and technology needs can shift quickly from one project to the next, and IT support needs to scale the same way.

Local IT Support for Firms Building in the Pacific Northwest and Southwest

ISOutsource has engineers based in the same markets where many of our AEC clients design and build. When you need someone on-site at your office or a job site, we’re close by.

Top-rated 5-Star MSP for Managed IT Services and IT Support in Seattle, WA

Seattle & Puget Sound Metro

Our Seattle-area team supports architecture, engineering, and construction firms across King, Snohomish, and Pierce counties, from design studios to general contractors managing multiple active job sites.

Top-rated 5-Star MSP for Managed IT Services and IT Support in Spokane, WA

Spokane & Eastern Washington

ISOutsource is headquartered in Spokane. Our Eastern Washington team has deep experience supporting builders, specialty contractors, and engineering firms throughout Spokane, the Tri-Cities, and surrounding areas.

Top-rated 5-Star MSP for Managed IT Services and IT Support in Portland, OR

Portland & Vancouver Metro

Our Portland team supports AEC firms on both sides of the Columbia, helping architecture and construction companies in Oregon and Southwest Washington keep projects, files, and teams connected and secure.

Top-rated 5-Star MSP for Managed IT Services and IT Support in Tucson, AZ

Phoenix & Tucson Metro

From our Chandler office, ISOutsource supports Arizona’s growing AEC sector in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe, and Tucson with managed IT, cybersecurity, and technology planning built for project-driven businesses.


IT Solutions Designed Around How AEC Firms Work

We don’t hand AEC firms a generic IT package. We build managed IT environments around your projects, your software, and the way your teams work in the office and in the field.

Managed IT Services for AEC Firms

Your always-on outsourced IT department. Proactive monitoring, help desk support, and hands-on expertise for the platforms AEC firms rely on, including Microsoft 365, file servers, and industry software like Sage, Foundation, Procore, and Bluebeam.

Cybersecurity for AEC Firms

Layered protection built around the risks AEC firms face most: wire fraud, business email compromise, and ransomware. Includes 24/7 threat monitoring, email security, endpoint protection, and identity management, unified in our BlueVault® platform.

Cloud & Mobile Solutions for Your Firm

Secure, reliable access to drawings, project files, and project management software from the office, the job site, or a vehicle, because your team is always on the go. Built on Microsoft 365, Azure, and the cloud platforms AEC teams already use.

IT Support & 24/7 Help Desk

Local engineers who understand AEC environments and software, available around the clock. When a bid deadline or inspection is on the line, you need support that responds fast, not a script reader.

Data Backup & Disaster Recovery

Tested backup and recovery plans that protect drawings, contracts, financial data, and project records, so a ransomware attack or hardware failure never threatens a project timeline or a client relationship.

IT Consulting & Strategic Planning

From ERP migrations to cloud transitions, our vCIO and consulting team helps AEC firms plan technology investments that scale with project pipelines, mergers, and growth, without disrupting day-to-day operations.

Managed IT Services for Architecture, Engineering, and Construction Firms

How ISOutsource Helped Allstar Glass Cut IT Costs by $100K and Closed the Door on Cybercriminals

For more than 18 years, Allstar Glass Company has fabricated and installed architectural aluminum windows, storefronts, curtain walls, and entrance doors for commercial contractors across the Pacific Northwest, alongside custom glass work for residential projects. As the company grew, its single internal IT employee became a single point of failure, and outdated on-premises systems couldn’t keep up with the demands of a modern construction business.

ISOutsource moved Allstar Glass from a co-managed setup to fully managed IT, migrating their Sage ERP system to Foundation, a cloud-based platform built for construction, and shifting core operations to Microsoft Azure and Office 365. With next-generation firewalls, endpoint protection, and ongoing vCISO guidance in place, Allstar Glass has avoided breaches and compromises despite being a repeated target of cybercriminals, while eliminating the cost of an in-house IT team, a savings of nearly $100,000 a year.

Enterprise-Level IT Expertise for Project-Driven Businesses

Our engineers hold more than 180 active certifications across Microsoft, Cisco, CompTIA, AWS, Google Cloud, Fortinet, and more. When your IT partner also understands construction ERP systems and field connectivity, you get expertise that’s actually built for how your business runs.

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Why Architects, Engineers & Contractors Choose ISOutsource

Any MSP can promise support. We deliver something harder: IT that keeps your projects moving, protects against the fraud and ransomware threats targeting construction, and scales as your project pipeline grows.

30+ Years Supporting AEC Businesses

We’ve worked with general contractors, specialty subcontractors, architecture firms, and homebuilders across the region. We understand bid cycles, project-based staffing, and the software your teams already use.

Local Engineers, Not a Call Center

Our offices in Seattle, Spokane, Portland, and Phoenix/Tucson put local engineers close to your office and your job sites. On-site response when you need it, remote resolution in minutes when you don’t.

Construction & Design Software Expertise

From Sage and Foundation ERP migrations to Procore, Bluebeam, and BIM file management, we know the platforms that keep AEC projects running and how to keep them connected, fast, and secure.

Protection Against Wire Fraud & Ransomware

We design security around the threats that target construction specifically: business email compromise, invoice fraud, and ransomware aimed at firms that can’t afford to lose access to project files.

Connectivity for the Office and the Field

We design cloud and mobile access so project managers, superintendents, and field crews can securely reach drawings, schedules, and project data from anywhere a project takes them.

IT That Scales With Your Project Pipeline

Per-user pricing and flexible support scale up and down as your headcount and project load change, so your technology costs track with your business, not against it.

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Keep Your Projects on Schedule. Let Your IT Run Itself.

Get a proposal built around your firm’s size, software, and project load. No generic packages. No obligation. Just a straight conversation with a local IT expert who understands AEC.

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Managed IT Service for AEC Firms FAQs

What IT services do architecture, engineering, and construction firms need?

AEC firms typically need managed IT support, cybersecurity protection, cloud file storage and sharing for large CAD and BIM files, mobile access for field teams, and support for industry software like Sage, Foundation, Procore, and Bluebeam. The right mix depends on the size of the firm, the number of active projects, and how much work happens outside the office.

How does managed IT support help with construction project deadlines?

Managed IT reduces the risk of downtime during critical project phases by proactively monitoring systems, patching vulnerabilities, and resolving issues before they cause delays. A 24/7 help desk also means field and office staff can get support quickly, instead of waiting on an internal IT person who may be unavailable.

Why are construction companies a target for wire fraud and phishing?

Construction projects involve frequent, large payments between general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors, which makes the industry attractive to scammers running business email compromise and invoice fraud schemes. Phishing attacks targeting AEC firms have increased significantly in recent years. Email security, identity protection, and staff training are key defenses.

Can ISOutsource support remote and field teams on job sites?

Yes. ISOutsource designs cloud and mobile access solutions, built on Microsoft 365, Azure, and other common AEC platforms, so project managers, superintendents, and field crews can securely access drawings, schedules, and project data from job sites, trailers, and vehicles.

Does ISOutsource support construction-specific software like Sage, Foundation, and Procore?

Yes. ISOutsource has direct experience supporting and migrating construction ERP and project management platforms, including moving firms from on-premises systems like Sage to cloud-based platforms like Foundation, and integrating tools like Procore and Bluebeam into a secure IT environment.

What happens if a construction company loses access to its project files?

Without a tested backup and disaster recovery plan, losing access to drawings, contracts, and project records can halt work, delay billing, and put contractual deadlines at risk. ISOutsource builds backup and recovery plans that can restore access quickly, so a server failure or ransomware attack doesn’t become a project-ending event.

How much does managed IT cost for an AEC firm?

Managed IT services are typically priced per user, per month, which makes costs predictable and easy to budget against project overhead. Many AEC firms find that managed IT costs less than a single in-house IT hire while providing access to a full team of specialists across cybersecurity, cloud, and infrastructure.

Does ISOutsource provide on-site IT support for AEC firms?

Yes. ISOutsource has local teams in Seattle, Spokane, Portland, and Phoenix/Tucson. We provide on-site support for office moves, new project setups, and urgent issues, in addition to our 24/7 remote help desk.