Can Procore Be Integrated with Primavera P6?

In a word, YES! Integrating Oracle's Primavera P6 with Procore using Procore Drive is a strategic move for construction professionals aiming to enhance project scheduling and collaboration. This integration ensures that detailed project schedules are accessible within Procore, streamlining communication and maintaining version control.

Why Integrate Primavera P6 and Procore?

Primavera P6 is renowned for its robust project management capabilities, particularly in complex construction projects. By integrating it with Procore, teams can:

• Centralize Schedule Access: Stakeholders can view up-to-date schedules directly within Procore without needing separate P6 access.

• Enhance Collaboration: Facilitate better communication among team members by providing a unified platform for schedule information.

• Maintain Version Control: Each schedule update is saved in Procore's Documents tool, preserving a history of changes.

3 Prerequisites

Before initiating the integration:

1. Install Procore Drive: Ensure the latest version is installed on your Windows computer. Need Procore Drive? Click here.

2. Obtain Database Credentials: You'll need the appropriate credentials for your Primavera P6 database, typically the 'privuser' account.

3. User Permissions: Confirm that you have 'Admin' permissions on the Schedule tool in Procore.

A Step-By-Step Guide

1. Configure the Schedule Tool in Procore:

   • Navigate to the project's Schedule tool.

   • Click on the settings gear icon and select 'Schedule Settings'.

   • Enter the Primavera Project ID, which can be found in P6 under File > Open.

   • Click 'Update' to save changes.

2. Set Up Procore Drive:

   • Open Procore Drive and select your company and project.

   • Choose the Schedule tool and ensure 'Primavera Integration' is selected.

   • Verify the Schedule ID matches the one in P6.

   • Select your database type (Microsoft SQL, Oracle, or SQLite) and enter the necessary connection details.

   • Click 'Test Connection' to validate, then 'Save'.

3. Export the Schedule:

   • In Procore Drive, click 'Export Schedule' to upload the P6 schedule to Procore.

   • Once the export is complete, the schedule will be visible in Procore's Schedule tool.

Maintaining and Updating Schedules

When updates are made in Primavera P6:

• Reopen Procore Drive and navigate to the Schedule tool.

• Click 'Export Schedule' to upload the revised schedule.

• Procore will save each version in the Documents tool, ensuring a comprehensive version history.

Need a Little Help?

Boost your scheduling power, streamline field and office collaboration, and keep every project on track—by integrating Primavera P6 with Procore using Procore Drive. This powerful connection lets your team access and manage detailed schedules right inside Procore, eliminating confusion and ensuring everyone stays aligned.

Not sure where to start? That’s where we come in. At Global PM, we specialize in Primavera and Procore integration. From setup to training, our experts make the process simple, smooth, and stress-free.

Let’s get you connected—reach out to Global PM today and take control of your project schedules like never before.