IT Built for AEC
WEBIT has served architecture, engineering, and construction firms across Chicagoland for 30 years. Average response time under 2 minutes.
Your industry IT is different
Large file performance determines team productivity
CAD, BIM, and 3D rendering files are among the largest a business network carries. Infrastructure optimized for large file handling is a productivity requirement.
Multi-site collaboration requires deliberate design
AEC projects involve teams across offices, client sites, and job sites. File access, version control, real-time collaboration on Revit or BIM 360, and secure connectivity from the field require IT infrastructure built for how AEC firms actually work.
Intellectual property protection is a business continuity issue
Design files, engineering calculations, project specifications, and client data represent the core value of an AEC firm. Ransomware, unauthorized access, and inadequate backup all put that value at risk.
Construction jobsites create unique connectivity demands
Field crews and project managers on construction sites need reliable access to blueprints, project management platforms, and communication tools. Mobile device management, ruggedized networking, and field-ready connectivity are built for the jobsite.
Your industry IT is different
Large file performance determines team productivity
CAD, BIM, and 3D rendering files are among the largest a business network carries. Infrastructure optimized for large file handling is a productivity requirement.
Multi-site collaboration requires deliberate design
AEC projects involve teams across offices, client sites, and job sites. File access, version control, real-time collaboration on Revit or BIM 360, and secure connectivity from the field require IT infrastructure built for how AEC firms actually work.
Intellectual property protection is a business continuity issue
Design files, engineering calculations, project specifications, and client data represent the core value of an AEC firm. Ransomware, unauthorized access, and inadequate backup all put that value at risk.
Construction jobsites create unique connectivity demands
Field crews and project managers on construction sites need reliable access to blueprints, project management platforms, and communication tools. Mobile device management, ruggedized networking, and field-ready connectivity are built for the jobsite.
Built for architecture, engineering, construction
CAD, BIM, and design software support
WEBIT supports the platforms AEC firms depend on: AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Bluebeam Revu, Civil 3D, SolidWorks, AutoDesk Inventor, BIM 360, and AutoDesk Construction Cloud. We handle performance issues, software integrations, user access management, and the infrastructure that determines how fast those applications run.
Cloud storage and file access optimized for large files
We design and manage cloud environments that handle CAD, BIM, and rendering files at the speed your team requires, with secure access from office, client site, or job site. SharePoint, OneDrive, and Azure environments configured specifically for AEC file sizes and collaboration patterns.
Construction project platform support
WEBIT supports the project management and field operations platforms construction teams run on: Procore, Sage 300 Construction, Bluebeam, AutoDesk Construction Cloud, Heavy Job, Heavy Bid, and Primavera. We handle integrations, user provisioning, and connectivity between field and office systems.
Jobsite connectivity and mobile device management
Field crews need reliable access to blueprints, schedules, and project records in environments where standard networking does not reach. We deploy ruggedized networking solutions for job sites and manage mobile devices across your field team, ensuring consistent, secure access from any location.
Intellectual property protection and backup
Layered security including MDR, email protection, and multi-factor authentication, combined with encrypted backup and tested restores. Your design files and project data are protected and recoverable. We maintain backup systems that are isolated from ransomware and tested on a schedule so recovery is measured in hours.
IT strategy aligned to your project calendar
Your dedicated vCIO builds an 18-month IT roadmap around your project pipeline, staffing cycles, and growth plans. Technology infrastructure decisions are planned in advance so office moves, new hires, or equipment upgrades do not create disruptions during active projects.
Who we serve
- Architecture and design firms
- Civil, structural, and mechanical engineering firms
- General contractors and specialty contractors
- Environmental engineering and consulting firms
- Land surveying and planning firms
- Construction management companies
Frequently Asked Questions
WEBIT provides managed IT for AEC firms across Chicagoland, including support for CAD and BIM software (AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, SolidWorks, SketchUp, BIM 360), cloud storage optimized for large file handling, construction project platform support (Procore, Sage 300, Bluebeam, AutoDesk Construction Cloud), jobsite connectivity and mobile device management, IP protection and backup, and strategic IT planning through a dedicated vCIO.
We optimize the infrastructure that determines how fast CAD and BIM applications run: storage systems configured for large file handling, network bandwidth allocated for rendering and file transfer, cloud environments designed for SharePoint and BIM 360 collaboration, and workstation specifications aligned to the software requirements of AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, and similar platforms. When performance issues arise, we identify and resolve the root cause rather than applying general fixes.
Yes. WEBIT provides jobsite networking, mobile device management for field crews, and support for construction project platforms including Procore, Sage 300 Construction, AutoDesk Construction Cloud, Heavy Job, and Heavy Bid. Field teams get reliable access to blueprints, schedules, and project records from the jobsite. Office and field systems are managed as a unified environment, one team, one agreement.
WEBIT applies layered security to every AEC engagement: managed detection and response (MDR), email protection, multi-factor authentication, and encrypted backup with isolated copies and regular restore testing. Design files and project data are protected and recoverable. For AEC firms, we pay particular attention to access controls around sensitive project data and intellectual property, ensuring that only authorized users can reach critical files. Read more.
Yes. Multi-office collaboration is one of the core challenges we solve for AEC firms. We configure cloud environments for secure, high-performance file sharing across locations, deploy VPN and remote access solutions for staff working from client sites or home offices, and ensure that collaboration tools like Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and BIM 360 are optimized for how your teams actually work together.
Your dedicated vCIO builds an 18-month IT roadmap aligned to your project pipeline and growth plans. Technology infrastructure decisions, office expansions, new software, hardware refreshes, are planned in advance so they support active projects rather than interrupting them. Every recommendation comes without vendor commissions. Learn more.
WEBIT is one of the only employee-owned managed IT firms in Illinois, and one of the few in the region with 30 years of direct experience serving AEC firms. Every person on your account has a personal stake in your success. We carry no vendor commissions, so every recommendation reflects your environment and your goals. We back every engagement with a 90-day money-back guarantee.