How do commercial subcontractors manage project budgets in Australia?

Commercial subcontractors in Australia increasingly use dedicated construction financial management software to track budgets at the cost code level across multiple projects simultaneously. Tools like Lentune give project managers real-time visibility into what has been spent, what is committed, and what remains in each cost code — replacing manual spreadsheets and paperwork-based systems that made accurate budget tracking time-consuming and error-prone.

What software do commercial glaziers and subcontractors use for cost management?

Commercial glaziers and subcontractors in Australia and New Zealand use construction-specific cost management platforms like Lentune, which integrates with Xero to provide project-level budget tracking, purchase orders, progress claims, and financial reporting. Fitout Glass and Aluminum, a leading commercial glazier in South East Queensland, uses Lentune and reported a 20% increase in net profit after adoption.

How can construction companies improve project profitability?

Construction companies improve project profitability by giving project managers real-time visibility into costs at the line-item level, enabling them to identify overruns early and adjust accordingly. Accurate, timely progress claims also play a significant role — Fitout Glass and Aluminum generated $100,000 in additional claims in a single month after implementing a claims process supported by Lentune's real-time cost data.

How long does it take to implement construction cost management software?

Implementation timelines vary by product. Fitout Glass and Aluminum was fully up and running on Lentune within 3 months, including migrating existing projects and budgets from their previous system. Lentune's implementation team supported the migration process throughout.

What is Lentune and how does it work with Xero?

Lentune is construction financial management software built for commercial subcontractors and builders in Australia and New Zealand. It provides project cost management, purchase orders, progress claims, invoice automation, and timesheets — all integrated with Xero. This means project-level financial data stays connected to your accounting system without manual reconciliation.

How do construction project managers track costs across multiple projects?

Project managers tracking costs across multiple jobs need a system that provides real-time visibility into each project's budget, committed costs, and remaining balance at the cost code level. Lentune allows project managers to switch between jobs instantly, seeing exactly where each project stands — what has been spent, what is committed, and whether claims are on track for the month.

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Fitout Glass increased net profit by 20% with better cost visibility across every project

Meet Fitout Glass and Aluminum

Fitout Glass and Aluminium has grown into a leading provider of commercial glazing solutions across South East Queensland, known for delivering complex, high-quality projects. What began in high-end office fitouts has expanded into large-scale internal and external facade work, building a reputation for reliability, precision, and getting challenging builds done right. As the business has grown, they’ve continued to refine how they manage projects and costs.

fitoutglass.com.au

Industry
Commercial Glazier

Integrations
Xero

Location
Queensland, Australia

BUSINESS OVERVIEW

Fitout Glass finally found the right cost management solution for their business

After years of trying to make other systems work, Fitout Glass found a solution that finally fits how their business operates. Lentune was quick to implement, easy for the team to adopt, and gave them clear, real-time visibility across every project—leading to better decisions and profitability.

DIRECTOR INSIGHT

How Joel uses Lentune to give his business the systems and visibility it needs to succeed

Joel needed more than a tool. He needed a system his business could rely on. With Lentune, every project is broken down clearly, giving his team the visibility to take ownership and act early. The result is a more confident team, better financial control, and improved cash flow through more accurate, timely claims.

PROJECT MANAGER INSIGHT

How Hayden uses Lentune to stay on budget and confidently run multiple projects

Managing multiple projects used to mean digging through paperwork and relying on guesswork. With Lentune, Hayden can see exactly where every job stands in real time—what’s been spent, what’s left, and what needs to be claimed. It keeps him in control, saves time, and helps him deliver projects on budget with confidence.

PROJECT ADMINISTRATION INSIGHT

How Will uses Lentune to turn cost reporting into clear, actionable insights

Cost reporting used to be slow and hard to act on. Now, Will can generate detailed reports in minutes and clearly see where each project is performing well, or not. With better visibility and more flexible cost tracking, the whole team can learn from every job and continuously improve performance.

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