Allplan Engineering Civil
Building design and building information modeling (BIM) software
Civil engineering design software
CAD software
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What is Allplan Engineering Civil
Allplan Engineering Civil is a civil engineering design and CAD/BIM application used to model and document infrastructure and site works such as roads, terrain, and related construction elements. It targets civil engineers and designers who need coordinated 2D/3D design, drawings, and quantity-oriented outputs within a BIM-capable workflow. The product sits within the Allplan platform and emphasizes engineering-focused modeling and detailing rather than general-purpose drafting alone. It is typically deployed in project teams that exchange models and drawings with other BIM/CAD tools via common formats.
BIM-capable civil design workflow
Supports 3D model-based design alongside traditional 2D deliverables, which helps teams maintain consistency between drawings and the underlying model. The workflow is oriented toward engineering documentation and construction-ready outputs rather than only conceptual modeling. This can reduce rework when design changes occur because updates can propagate through model-derived views. It fits organizations that want BIM methods without moving entirely away from CAD-style production.
Engineering detailing and documentation
Provides tools for producing detailed plans, sections, and construction documentation from the same project data. This is useful for civil deliverables where annotation, standards compliance, and drawing management are central. Compared with lighter modeling tools, it is positioned for production-grade documentation. Teams can use it to standardize templates and drawing outputs across projects.
Interoperability via common formats
Supports exchange with other design and coordination environments using widely used CAD/BIM file formats (for example, DWG and IFC), which is important in multi-vendor project teams. This enables collaboration with stakeholders who use different authoring or coordination tools. It also helps when projects require handover in neutral formats. Interoperability reduces lock-in risk for owners and contractors.
Learning curve for new users
The interface and workflows are oriented toward professional engineering production, which can take time for new users to learn. Organizations may need formal training to reach consistent output quality. This can slow initial adoption compared with simpler drafting tools. Productivity gains typically depend on establishing standards and templates.
Ecosystem less ubiquitous in AEC
In some regions and project networks, other BIM/CAD platforms are more commonly mandated by clients or partners. This can increase the need for file exchange and coordination steps rather than native collaboration. Teams may need to validate deliverables carefully after translation to meet external requirements. Adoption may be harder when project stakeholders expect a different primary authoring tool.
Civil scope may require add-ons
Depending on the specific civil discipline (e.g., advanced roadway corridor design, hydrology, or specialized analysis), teams may still rely on additional tools outside the core application. This can introduce extra integration and data management work. Firms should confirm that required domain-specific functions are covered for their typical projects. The total workflow may span multiple applications even when Allplan is the main authoring tool.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing security (3-year) | $1,002.00 per user/month (price locked for 3 years; total $36,072.00 for 3 years; excl. VAT) | Technical Support included; Access to ALLPLAN Cloud; price locked for 3 years. |
| Most popular (1-year) | $1,002.00 per user/month (annual; total $12,024.00 per year; excl. VAT) | Reduced annual costs; Technical Support included; Access to ALLPLAN Cloud. |
| Ultimate flexibility (1-month) | $1,503.00 per user/month (monthly commitment; excl. VAT) | One-month cost commitment; Technical Support included; Access to ALLPLAN Cloud. |
Seller details
Nemetschek Group
Munich, Germany
1981
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