Working with USACE? Prepare for a new construction management platform

by anthony_capkun_2 | 7 May 2026 1:03 pm

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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE[2]) announced it will deploy the Construction Management Platform (CMP), powered by Kahua, in 2027.

This industry-standard, cloud-based system will replace the current Resident Management System (RMS) and establish a new standard for collaboration across USACE projects, the organization says.

Designed to be secure, adaptable, and user-friendly, CMP is a commercial off-the-shelf system that operates on a project-based model.

More than just new software, CMP is a new way of working together, says USACE. By uniting project delivery teams and industry partners within a single platform, USACE can create a more seamless, transparent, and efficient experience.

Key CMP benefits include:

A single source of truth, eliminating rework. CMP centralizes access to all project documents, including version-controlled drawings, specifications, requests for information (RFIs), submittals, and BIM assets, ensuring everyone is working from the most current information.

Improved visibility across the project lifecycle. The system provides real-time insights into project status, approvals, and documentation history, helping users anticipate issues and make faster, data-informed decisions.

Standardized workflows configured for USACE. The platform is configured with standardized workflows for USACE projects, creating consistency and reducing process variability across projects.

Field-to-office connectivity (mobile-enabled). CMP’s mobile access lets field and office teams view drawings, submit updates, and track issues in real time, no matter where they are.

Faster reviews and streamlined communication. CMP automates the routing of RFIs, submittals, and other project records. It centralizes comments and streamlines the entire review process for quicker turnaround.

Modern collaboration and visualization tools. The platform supports in-browser building information modeling (BIM) viewing, interactive dashboards, and centralized markup tools to enhance coordination and accelerate decision-making.

The deployment will commence in January 2027 and occur in six phases throughout the year. As part of this transition, USACE will migrate the required data for all fiscally active projects from RMS to CMP. Contractors will not be required to migrate their own data.

Once a district is migrated to CMP, the RMS system for that district will no longer be accessible.

To prepare its industry partners, USACE will:

• Provide a suite of training resources, including virtual sessions, videos, and quick-reference guides.
• Update the Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) to include information on the use of CMP.

USACE[2] says it is confident CMP will strengthen partnerships and usher in a new era of efficiency and innovation in project delivery.

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