Project Title Build "Buildeasy" – Labour and Contractor Hiring App for Northeast India Project Description We are looking for an experienced app and web developer (individual or team) to build Buildeasy, a regional digital marketplace for Northeast India, connecting customers with verified skilled workers such as plumbers, electricians, carpenters, masons, labourers, painters, and contractors. The platform will work like a Freelancer + Urban Company hybrid, designed specifically for local communities across the Northeast — with a focus on trust, easy communication, and secure digital payments. Our mission is to help people in Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, and Tripura easily find and hire skilled workers, while providing steady income opportunities for tradesmen and technicians. Project Objectives Allow customers to post jobs and hire nearby verified workers. Allow workers to create professional profiles, list daily or contract rates, and upload photos of past projects. Enable secure in-app payments with escrow protection (via Razorpay or Cashfree). Support local languages and low-internet environments for accessibility. Establish Buildeasy as a trusted platform for worker hiring across the Northeast. Core Features (Phase 1 – MVP) Worker Side Profile creation (photo, skills, rates, location, experience). Upload previous work photos. Mark availability (Online/Offline). Receive job requests and bid notifications. Wallet for escrow payments. Ratings and customer feedback system. Customer Side Post a job (example: “Need plumber in Aizawl for one day, ₹800/day”). Search and filter workers by trade, distance, and price. View verified worker profiles and photos. Request bids or book directly. Pay through the app (escrow). Rate and review after work completion. Admin Dashboard Approve or reject worker profiles. Manage users, job listings, and disputes. Track analytics (jobs completed, revenue, commissions). Edit or add service categories. Advanced Features (Phase 2) In-app chat with contact masking. GPS location feature: “Find nearby workers.” Site visit scheduling for contract-based jobs. Digital quotation and milestone payment system. Multi-language support (English + regional). Push notifications and verification badges. Offline functionality for low-data areas. Payment Flow (Escrow Model) Customer pays through the app (Razorpay/Cashfree). Funds are held in escrow by the platform. Worker completes the job. Customer approves completion. Payment released to worker wallet (after platform commission). Revenue Model 10–15% commission per completed job. ₹200–₹500/month premium subscription for workers. Featured listings and local advertising. ₹20–₹50 service fee for customer bookings. Reference Platforms Urban Company Freelancer.com (for escrow and bidding model) Hello Namsai (Arunachal Pradesh) WorkIndia / Justdial / Sulekha Recommended Tech Stack Frontend: Flutter or React Native Backend: Node.js / Firebase / MongoDB Database: Firestore or PostgreSQL Map API: Google Maps or OpenStreetMap Payment Integration: Razorpay or Cashfree Hosting: AWS / Firebase / Vercel (Developers can suggest suitable alternatives for low-bandwidth performance.) Project Timeline Phase 1 (MVP): 8–10 weeks Phase 2 (Advanced features): Additional 4–6 weeks Target Region Entire Northeast India: Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Arunachal Pradesh. Focus on small towns and cities where hiring skilled labour is still offline and unorganized. Key Priorities Simple, mobile-friendly UI (Urban Company style). Works well on 4G and low-internet areas. Offline functionality (store listings locally). Safe and reliable payment system. Strong worker verification and feedback. Admin control for quality management. Deliverables Android app (priority) and responsive web app (PWA). Admin dashboard for management and analytics. Source code with documentation. Hosting and deployment setup. One month of post-launch support. To Apply Please include: Samples of similar apps you’ve developed (marketplace, booking, or service-based). Preferred tech stack and justification. Estimated delivery timeline and cost breakdown. Whether you can handle Play Store publishing and hosting deployment. Tags / Skills Mobile App Development | React Native | Flutter | Node.js | Firebase | MongoDB | Web App | UI/UX Design | Android | iOS | Google Maps API | Razorpay Integration | Marketplace | Full Stack Development | Escrow System Top 20 Worker Skills / Professions for Buildeasy 1. Construction & Structural Work (Mistry) – Bricklaying, plastering, concrete work Labourer – General helper for construction or loading work Carpenter – Furniture, doors, windows, roofing, fittings Welder / Fabricator – Metal gates, grills, and steel frames Bar Bender / Steel Fixer – Reinforcement and RCC works Tiles / Marble Worker – Flooring, tiling, marble finishing Contractor / Site Supervisor – Manages full construction sites 2. Electrical & Plumbing Electrician – Wiring, switchboard, fans, lights, appliances Plumber – Pipes, bathroom fittings, water tanks, leaks AC / Refrigerator Technician – Installation & repair Solar Panel Technician – Installation and maintenance 3. Finishing & Interior Work Painter – House painting (interior & exterior) POP / False Ceiling Worker – Gypsum ceiling, wall finishing Interior Designer / Modular Kitchen Installer – Custom interiors, kitchen setups Glass & Aluminum Fitter – Windows, doors, partitions 4. Repair & Maintenance Waterproofing Expert – Roof and wall leakage repairs CCTV / Security System Installer – Cameras, alarms, wiring Generator / Inverter Technician – Power backup maintenance Cleaner / Housekeeping Worker – Domestic or commercial cleaning 5. Outdoor & Miscellaneous Gardener / Landscaper – Lawn, plant maintenance, landscaping Driver / Transport Labour – Material transport and logistics Paver / Road Worker – Roadside and paving works Pest Control Technician – Anti-termite, rodent, insect control Cook / Event Helper / Decorator – Event or catering support Optional Add-ons (for later expansion) Mobile Repair Technician Computer / Laptop Repairer Furniture Polisher Curtain & Blinds Installer Photographer / Videographer Beautician / Barber