HCSS is the leading provider of construction management software designed to connect the office to the field across the lifecycle of heavy civil and infrastructure projects. Founded in 1986, HCSS has established itself as the industry leader by offering a comprehensive suite of tools to enhance productivity, streamline communication, and improve project outcomes. HCSS platforms cover every aspect of heavy civil and infrastructure projects, from preconstruction to project closeout. Solutions offered include estimating, job costing, project management, safety, and fleet management. By centralizing project data, HCSS ensures all stakeholders have real-time access to critical information, enabling more informed decision-making and reducing the risk of errors and rework. With 24/7 instant support and a proven 90-day implementation process, HCSS has helped improve operations for over 4,000 companies ranging from $1M to billions in revenue across the United States and Canada. HCSS, a 15-time Best Place to Work in Texas, has a unique 12-acre campus in Sugar Land, Texas, with three buildings capable of housing 700 employees.
HCSS
- CEO
Steve McGough
- Platform
- Discover
- HQ
Sugar Land, Texas
- Sector
- Applications
- Year Invested
2021
- Year Founded
1986
How HCSS became the backbone of heavy civil construction software
1986
HCSS frees civil contractors from pen-and-paper estimates
The newly founded HCSS launched HeavyBid, its flagship estimating software, which immediately began to revolutionize the construction-bidding process.
A reputation for unparalleled customer service
A reputation for unparalleled customer service
Since its inception, HCSS has been known for answering customer calls the old-fashioned way.
Thoma Bravo finally “cracks the code”
September 2021
Thoma Bravo finally “cracks the code”
After establishing a great working relationship with founder Mike Rydin and his team, we signed an agreement to acquire HCSS.
HCSS founder spells out his “non-negotiables”
September 2021
HCSS founder spells out his “non-negotiables”
Before retiring, founder Mike Rydin spelled out his 17-point vision for HCSS in the Thoma Bravo era, making sure the transition started with true alignment.
Steve McGough steps up to become CEO
April 2022
Steve McGough steps up to become CEO
Longtime president Steve McGough stepped into the CEO role, providing continuity for customers and employees.
Building out the executive team
2022-2023
Building out the executive team
Working closely with Steve, we scaled leadership capacity with new hires.
Supercharging growth through new customer adoption and rapid multi-product adoption
2022-2024
Supercharging growth through new customer adoption and rapid multi-product adoption
HCSS expanded in its core heavy civil end market, and in new end markets like utilities, as customers leveraged the breadth and depth of HCSS’ platform.
Investing in cloud and AI to sharpen jobsite decisions
2025
Investing in cloud and AI to sharpen jobsite decisions
HCSS extended its platform with cloud and AI capabilities while keeping its mission centered on profitability, safety and equipment utilization.
