From spreadsheets to real-time visibility, ACT Construction found its ‘book of truth’ in Sage Intacct Construction.

The challenge

Since founding ACT Construction in 1987, CEO Joe Murray has experienced everything from manual processes to legacy software. But as the company grew, expanding into 40 states and managing increasingly complex projects, ACT needed more than spreadsheets and piecemeal systems. They needed a cloud-based solution that could bring clarity, consistency, and control to project and financial management.

The solution

When Joe saw Sage Intacct Construction in action, the decision was instant. Today, Sage Intacct Construction is the company’s “book of truth,” providing real-time financial insights, integrated workflows, and the ability to scale with confidence. By pairing Sage Intacct with Sage Construction Management, ACT now has an end-to-end solution that connects every part of the business, from initial lead through to project completion. 

The results

With Sage Intacct Construction, ACT Construction has transformed how it manages projects, people, and growth:

• Custom dashboards deliver instant access to the metrics that matter.
• Granular, real-time data drives smarter decisions, resource allocation, and cost control.
• Secure role-based access ensures the right people have the right visibility
• Integrated solutions streamline everything from lead to billing

A family business with big ambitions

ACT Construction began as a small, family-owned firm and has grown into a nearly $100M company. Founder Joe Murray named the business after his three children, including Chris Murray, now CFO. Together, they’ve embraced technology as a catalyst for growth and resilience. 

“Sage Intacct gives us the data to know exactly where we stand on every project. We call it our ‘book of truth,’” says Joe. Chris adds, “Dashboards and real-time reporting let us dig deep into performance and adjust fast. That visibility is critical to delivering projects on time and on budget.” 

With clear financial and project data at their fingertips, leaders can run smarter completion meetings, spotting ways to improve the next build, strengthening resource allocation, and even helping junior team members sharpen their skills.

Better together

Sage Construction Management gives Act Construction a single connected workflow, from the first lead and estimate through proposals, signed contracts, and project execution. Once a job is underway, every detail ties directly into Sage Intacct for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting. That means project managers and onsite superintendents can stay focused on scheduling and coordination, even while overseeing five to eight projects at a time, without worrying about data slipping through the cracks.

As Chris explains,

‍“What starts as a lead flows all the way through to accounts payable and accounts receivable in Sage Intacct—without the manual re-entry we used to deal with.”

Growing forward

ACT Construction continues to expand steadily, with Sage Intacct as its foundation. “With Sage Intacct and Sage Construction Management, everything finally works together. I don’t want to move to anything else, this is adaptable, and it works” Joe says.

ACT Construction is proof that with the right tools, you can honor your legacy while building the future. And with Sage Intacct, that future looks stronger than ever.