Jonathan Goulstine

Managing Director

Jonathan joined Ensign over 20 years ago, starting out in Sales before working his way up to Managing Director. That journey gave him a genuine understanding of the business from both sides, having spent years listening directly to contractors about the challenges they face. Today, he’s focused on expanding and improving the software so clients stay ahead of the competition and get solutions to the real problems they deal with every day.

Jonathan's latest posts

Top Features to Look for in MEP Project Management Software

A practical guide to the features that matter most in MEP project management software for real project delivery.

Workflow Automation with MEP Project Management Software

Explores how workflow automation reduces admin friction and protects margins on MEP projects.

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Beginner’s guide to using mechanical project management software

New to mechanical project management software? This plain English guide walks through how to get started, avoid common setup mistakes, and build the habits that help your team stay in control of costs, procurement and variations from day one.

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Cloud-based mechanical project management software: Pros and cons

Cloud-based project management offers mechanical contractors better visibility and flexibility, but it comes with real considerations. This post weighs up the practical pros and cons to help you decide whether a cloud-based platform is the right fit for your business.

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Common mechanical mistakes mechanical project management software solves

From unpriced variations to labour overruns, mechanical projects are vulnerable to a handful of recurring mistakes. This post looks at the most common ones and explains how the right project management software can help you catch and correct them before they cost you.

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Expert checklist for choosing mechanical project management software

Choosing mechanical project management software is a significant decision. This expert checklist cuts through the noise and gives you a practical framework for evaluating your options, asking the right questions, and selecting a system that fits the way your team actually works.

How SMEs benefit from mechanical project management software

For smaller mechanical contractors, the margin for error is tight. This post explores how the right project management software helps SMEs gain better control over costs, variations and procurement without adding unnecessary complexity or overhead to a lean operation.

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How to implement mechanical project management software across teams

Rolling out new software across a mechanical team takes more than a login and a demo. This guide covers how to plan the implementation, bring different teams on board, and build the habits that make the system stick in the day-to-day rhythm of live projects.

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The ROI of switching to mechanical project management software

Is switching to mechanical project management software worth the investment? This post breaks down how to build a realistic return on investment case, where the real savings tend to show up, and how to measure the impact once the system is up and running.

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Time-saving tips using mechanical project management software

Mechanical project management software can save your team significant time, but only if it is set up and used well. This post shares practical tips for getting the most out of your platform, from procurement and labour tracking to variations and payment applications.

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Top features to look for in mechanical project management software

Not all project management software is built with mechanical contractors in mind. This post outlines the key features to prioritise when comparing systems, from estimating handover and live budget tracking to variation management, procurement control and site usability.

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Troubleshooting common issues in mechanical project management software

Even well-implemented software runs into problems. This troubleshooting guide helps mechanical teams identify the most common issues, trace them back to their root cause, and put fixes in place that stop the same faults from slowing the business down again.