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Construction estimating software enables contractors and builders to accurately estimate project costs. Construction cost estimation software is used by home builders, contractors, and architects to effectively manage construction budgets. Also, construction cost estimating software is common with interior and landscape designers to quickly and efficiently produce accurate and competitively-priced proposals to potential customers. Contractor estimating software also offers features such as job and sub-contractor scheduling, blueprint scanning and auto-updating materials pricing databases. Construction Estimating software is related to Construction Accounting software, Architectural Drafting software, Construction CRM software and Construction Management software. Read more Read less
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NOW: Starting @ $49/m for the WHOLE company, Contractor Foreman is the most affordable solution for small and medium sized contractors.
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NOW: Starting @ $49/m for the WHOLE company, Contractor Foreman is the most affordable all-in-one solution for small and medium trade and general contractors who want a better way to manage their projects. *FREE Trial + 100 Day Guarantee* Easy to use and rated as a Top App and Best Value. Save thousands compared to other systems. Integrates with QuickBooks. Use it on the phone, tablet, and computer. Time Cards, Estimates, Online Payments, Daily Logs, Scheduling, and 35 other great features.
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Estimating & Project Management Software includes QTO, Estimating, Planning, Forecasting, Cash flow, Valuations & EVM.
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The leading Estimating, Planning & Project Management Software, consists of integrated and highly scalable modules for QTO, Estimating, Planning, Subcontract Management, Forecasting, Cash flow, on site Valuations and Earned Value Management. Putting you in control of your project from first estimate through to tender award and ultimately, final account.
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The leading accounting software for small businesses. Instant access to customer, vendor and employee information.
QuickBooks Enterprise (For a Limited Time, Save Up to 55%, Sale Ends 12/3!) is an end-to-end construction software that can grow with your business. It provides all the tools your construction business needs, yet is easy to use. You can organize your books, manage inventory, track sales, and even run payroll, but at the fraction of the cost. With QuickBooks Enterprise, you save thousands of dollars a year vs. comparable solutions. Take a free test drive today.
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Procore Estimating Software is purpose built for the construction industry. Adjust material prices, labor units, & profit margins.
Upload plans and perform a quantity takeoff using a customizable database of parts, assemblies, equipment, and services. Leverage auto-count and plan overlay to speed up the takeoff process. Takeoff data flows directly to construction estimating software ensuring ease of use. Simply adjust material prices, labor units, profit margins, and create a customer-facing construction proposal.
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Empower your teams to create competitive estimates by leveraging accurate 2D takeoffs and model-based quantities.
Accurate takeoffs drive competitive estimates. Win more work by delivering timely estimates made from precise takeoffs. A cloud-based platform ensures you're always working with the latest documents, and enables you to collaborate efficiently with every construction team.
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ClockShark is the leading mobile GPS time tracking & scheduling software for local construction, field service, and contractors.
ClockShark is the leading mobile GPS time tracking and scheduling software built for field service and construction businesses that want a simpler way to track employee time, run payroll, and understand job costs. Over 9,500 companies and 100,000 field service & construction professionals have replaced the hassle of paper timesheets with software that makes it easier to run their business and keeps accountants happy. Don't take our word for it, start a free trial today!
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Cloud based project management tool with features that include scheduling, estimating, bidding, job costing, selections and many more.
Buildertrend is the leading residential construction project management software trusted by home builders, remodelers and specialty contractors. Since 2006, we’ve empowered contractors to take control of projects and bring efficiency, organization and seamless communication to their businesses. Builders can manage jobs, sales, finances, materials, client relationships and more on one convenient platform.
To learn more about Buildertrend, visit buildertrend.com and @buildertrend.
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Easy-to-use, cloud-based takeoff and estimating software for construction contractors. Mac & PC compatible. FREE training and support!
From project evaluation, takeoff and estimating, to construction and closeout, contractors use STACK’s cloud-based software to help run their businesses and maximize profits.
- Access project plans anytime, anywhere, from any device
- Bid more work, in less time.
- Eliminate costly estimating errors.
- Leverage a library of pre-built & custom material databases.
- Includes material cost database & option to import your own custom pricing.
Bid Faster. Win More. Build Smarter with STACK!
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Bluebeam, the #1 construction estimation software that connects external apps, automates workflows, and so much more.
Elevate your construction projects with the #1 construction estimation software in the industry. With Bluebeam's suite of architecture solutions, you'll gain a seamless, Cloud-based collaboration tools for your entire team. Why wait for updates when you can have real-time, on-the-go access to every component of any project? Edit both 2D and 3D PDFs with smart tools designed to help your team improve quality, stay on budget, and easily create takeoffs and accurate bid proposals.
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QuickBooks is an end-to-end accounting software that can grow with your business.
QuickBooks Online Advanced (Save 50%) helps general & specialty contractors organize their books, complete tasks faster with automated approvals, reminders, batch invoicing & customized access by role in the field or the office. Turn estimates into invoices & track project profitability with advanced reporting, track employees' hours with our TSheets integration, and use our Intuit Field Service Management (IFSM) add-on for work order scheduling & dispatch system. All with 24/7 support.
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Web-based residential construction estimating software to handle estimates, bids, contracts, selections and more.
CoConstruct is the #1 highest-rated residential construction estimating tool for custom builders and remodelers. It¿s the only all-in-one tool for custom home builders and remodelers that allows you to enter your data once, and have that information flow through the estimate to the specs, selections, bid requests, proposals, change orders, purchase orders, and budget ¿ including a full integration with QuickBooks.
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AccuLynx is the best roofing software designed to help contractors manage and grow their business.
AccuLynx is the first & only all-in-one roofing business management software designed to empower roofing contractors to streamline their work and grow their business. Packed with powerful project management and collaboration features, it provides all the tools roofers need to effectively manage every aspect of the job, resulting in higher profits & happier customers. AccuLynx is developed & supported in the USA, with in-house dedicated customer success resources.
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Houzz Pro is the #1 construction estimating and business management solution for contractors.
Houzz Pro is the #1 construction estimating and business management solution for contractors. Get an all-in-one solution that spans the full customer lifecycle, including estimates, takeoffs, marketing, CRM, 3D floor plans, project management, selections, online invoicing & payments, QuickBooks integration, and a client portal. Start a free trial to see why thousands of Pros trust Houzz Pro to grow & manage their business. Plans are available for all business sizes starting at $99/month.
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Estimating, Project Management and Productivity Tools for Construction Projects.
Discover how over 500,000 pros in 75 countries estimate faster and more accurately with UDA ConstructionSuite. Designed for general contractors, residential builders, and subcontractors, ConstructionSuite manages over $65 billion in projects and features real estimating with industry-specific tools like RSMeans Cost Data, AIA payment applications, estimate templates, true bi-directional QuickBooks integration, Change Order management, and integration with leading CAD programs. Get started today.
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For infrastructure contractors bidding projects ranging from $1,000 to over $1 billion.
Used by more than 50,000 estimators and 45 of the ENR Top 50 heavy civil contractors, HeavyBid estimating software quickly and accurately prepares a detailed cost estimate based on previous work; and then easily converts it into a bid. Plus, compare subcontractor and supplier quotes and conduct self-perform versus subcontractor analysis.
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Trusted by +850,000 pros as the all-in-one construction management software designed to help finish jobs on time and under budget.
Starting at $4,400 USD, ConstructionOnline is the #1 rated software trusted by +850,000 pros as the premier platform designed to help finish jobs on time and under budget. Increase profits with integrated estimating & takeoff, change order tracking, and client selections. Avoid delays with Gantt chart scheduling and centralized communication. Real-time dashboards lead to more informed decisions and keep projects on track. Get your demo and see how to build better, faster & smarter.
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Digital plan management and takeoff & estimating software for the construction industry.
The easiest digital plan management and takeoff software for the construction industry. Measure footage, pitch and angles in seconds with a simple point and clicks, and use drag and drop parts and assemblies to quickly calculate material and labor costs. Bid jobs faster than ever before with this estimating software. Find areas, wall length totals and count items simply by clicking on them.
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Deliver a customer experience that matches your craftsmanship. Learn why many of the nation's top contractors already rely on Leap.
Estimates taking too long? Paperwork piling up? Schedules never syncing?
Say goodbye to the painful process with Leap!
Leap is the complete platform for the professional contractor. Whether you’re a neighborhood contractor or a national franchise, Leap gives you the tools you need to handle everything from sales to production management to customer service – all in a single platform.
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RSMeans Data Online (20% off sale) is cloud-based access to North America's leading construction cost database.
RSMeans Data Online (20% off for limited time) provides accurate and up-to-date construction estimating cost data that helps owners, architects, cost engineers and contractors precisely project and control the cost of projects. Create square foot, assembly and unit line item estimates and share them with ease. Stay on top of price changes by setting alerts on commonly referenced materials and tasks. Project costs up to 3 years in the future with our industry-leading Predictive Cost Model.
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Designed around the estimate lifecycle we offer solutions for the pre-construction, procurement and construction stages.
Designed by experienced industry professionals, The EDGE is the most effective takeoff to estimate solution in the industry. Not only is The EDGE customized to your trade, but also to your business, so that your takeoff sources the exact materials and manufacturers that your company utilizes. With training to build the databases you need and the best customer service in the business, the EDGE caters to you. Stay ahead of the competition. Wouldn't you rather bid with The EDGE than against it?
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Premier is a global leader in financial construction ERP software. An all-in-one, modern & easy-to-use platform that helps automation.
Premier is the global leader in construction ERP, tops Forbes Advisor's list for Construction Accounting Software in 2023. Tailored for General Contractors, Developers, Homebuilders, and Specialty Contractors, our all-in-one platform ensures financial control, operational excellence and collaboration connecting every process and stakeholder. Discover why Premier is the world's #1 construction solution.
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Allows contractors to post projects, send bid invites, share information with subcontractors and manage multiple team members
PlanHub is free construction plan room and bid management software that allows general contractors to post projects, send bid invites, share information with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendor. There is no limit on the number of users per company.
Subcontractors can register for free and start on a free trial to view projects, download project specs, and submit a bid. After the free trial ends, the user can choose to go on a PlanHub Basic Plan, or upgrade to PlanHub Premier.
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Win more heavy construction bids at better margins by estimating with optimal speed, accuracy and strategic insight.
Win more bids at better margins with estimating software built for heavy civil construction contractors. Relying strictly on spreadsheets and manual processes for estimating puts contractors at a disadvantage. B2W Estimate helps to maximize accuracy and speed, standardize estimating processes and focus more attention on strategy by delivering powerful, intuitive features and functionality that are unmatched for heavy civil construction estimating and bidding.
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Comprehensive cloud based solution for GCs, commercial construction project management, document control and construction financials.
Construction doesn't stop; you shouldn't either. Manage your projects from anywhere with our cloud-based construction management platform. Manage everything from pre-construction through project closeout, while connecting team members using any device. In addition to strong field reporting, RedTeam Flex provides solutions for all steps of the project management process, from generating new business, pre-construction, contracting, performance management, and financial controls.
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FOUNDATION®? is a fully integrated job cost accounting system built exclusively for the construction industry.
Foundation Software helps contractors run the business side of construction with products and services like FOUNDATION®? construction accounting software, ProjectHQ®? project management software and the construction payroll service Payroll4Construction.
Trusted by over 25,000 construction professionals and CPAs across the industry, it’s easy to see why Foundation is America’s #1 provider of construction back-office solutions.
Are we a fit for you? Visit our site to learn more.
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On-Screen Takeoff includes tools that enable you to quantify your projects faster, with greater accuracy. Work Smarter, Win More Bids.
With On-Screen Takeoff, you’ll generate faster, more accurate takeoffs to bid and win more projects in less time. The industry’s leading takeoff solution, On-Screen Takeoff streamlines your takeoff process by completing measurements and calculations as you mark-up your drawings. Use Overlay to compare two versions of a drawing, Typical Takeoff reduces repetitive tasks. Reduce errors and rework and get a head start on your next bid using On-Screen Takeoff.
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Goodbye to manual estimating hassles! Buildxact accurate digital estimating is 5X faster. Don’t just work more, grow more!
Are inaccurate construction estimates and complex calculations delaying projects and costing money? Say goodbye to the hassles of pencil-and-paper estimating with Buildxact – the cutting-edge construction estimating software with the costing accuracy that earns you profits.
Buildxact's award-winning estimating software is designed for residential construction pros like you. On-screen takeoffs and point-and-click commands make estimating simple and quick. Check it out!
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Mechanical estimating and plumbing estimating software provides all you need to get accurate and fast bids for the piping trade.
FastPIPE is an advanced mechanical and plumbing estimating software for commercial, industrial and residential plumbing, HVAC, and industrial contractors. FastPIPE piping estimating software features onscreen takeoff of pipe, fittings, valves, and assemblies for mechanical contractors who do fabrication and/or HVAC installation. Our database is complete with products, pricing and labor information. FastEST provides online training, customer support, database updates, and program upgrades.
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Measure Square is transforming the way flooring companies do business, with thousands of customers like Daltile and Sherwin Williams.
Measure Square is transforming the way flooring companies do business, with thousands of customers like Daltile and Sherwin Williams. Our software enables organizations of every size to easily measure (with laser meters) and design floor plans. There is also the ability to create professional estimates, even getting signatures on the spot. The bottom line is that Measure Square greatly improves sales and profits.
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Our intuitive construction estimating tool provides accurate pricing, proposals, and takeoff/material lists with professional results.
Our intuitive construction estimating tool provides accurate pricing, proposals, and takeoff/material lists with professional results by simply drawing a picture. Shorten your sales cycle from days to hours, improve your close rate by 60% on average and never miss any critical data in the field again.
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Online-based estimating software for residential remodeling. Generate professional estimates while managing a part/customer database.
Clear Estimates is an easy-to-use, residential remodeling estimating program that allows you to quickly determine a project's cost, manage and customize a part database, maintain a customer and project library, produce several types of reports and proposals, process change orders, integrate with Quickbooks, and access up-to-date pricing specific to your area. We update that library of pricing every 3 months, so you always have the right pricing ready for the job!
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Easy to use cloud-based takeoff and estimating application purpose built for contractors.
Easy to use cloud-based takeoff and estimating application purpose built for General and Specialty Contractors. Our simple to use product is affordable and includes takeoff, estimating and creates quotes all in a single integrated package. No hardware or software to install and there's a free 14-day evaluation (no credit card required).
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RedTeam Go includes our estimating worksheet, scope of work, proposal package, to dos, and more.
RedTeam Go is simple, end-to-end construction project management software designed to optimize your business for a better day, every day.
Try our NO COST subscription level today! We designed it for you to access some of our most coveted modules with no risk.
You get access to:
- estimating with cost codes
- scope of work
- proposal package
- to dos
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The Builterra construction contract administration platform connects key workflows to boost productivity, transparency and profit.
The Builterra construction contract administration platform standardizes, streamlines and connects the entire contract administration workflow including design quantity take-offs, cost estimating, bid preparation, bid analysis, bid processing, field inspection reporting and progress payment certification. Designed for infrastructure project owners and the civil engineering consultants who work for them, Builterra has processed over $2B in progress payment certificates since its launch in 2016.
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House Flipping Software built for House Flippers, Rehabbers & Wholesalers.
The House Flipping Spreadsheet is an all-in-one solution for Analyzing Flip Deals, Estimating Repairs, Managing Projects and Tracking Project Expenses.
The House Flipping Spreadsheet is compatible with both Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
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Simple, affordable and powerful takeoff and estimating software for the construction industry.
Thanks to its inherent simplicity, Active Takeoff will instantly boost your productivity on all your takeoff and estimating jobs. Even if you've never used a computer before!
Stop spending countless hours measuring your paper plans manually and get more accurate results at the fraction of the time it used to take.
No incompatible scales. Supports Imperial or Metric systems.
Thousands of users are already using Active Takeoff, and they love it!
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Use Knowify's powerful budgeting tools to create detailed materials/labor/subs breakdowns for each phase of the job.
For commercial subcontractors and residential remodelers only! Use Knowify's powerful budgeting tools to create detailed materials/labor/subs breakdowns for each phase of the job, then translate your budgets into a bid in no time. Fully customizable bid templates. Syncs with QuickBooks Online. Other features: Detailed job costing, project and contract management, change order management, payment processing, RFIs, scheduling, time tracking, progress invoicing, AIA billing, and more.
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Whether your company focus is commercial, industrial, or residential, McCormick Systems programs are powerful tools for your company.
For over 40 years, McCormick Systems understands time is money and our company goal is to make contractors profitable and productive. Our Electrical Estimating software with Design Estimating Pro delivers solutions needed to estimate and design build right at your fingertips. McCormick’s software is a valuable tool for contractors of all sizes and trades. Designed by contractors, this simple to learn program gives you power to estimate easily and quickly with consistently accurate results.
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Super converged takeoff and bidding with live project & finance feedback
End the frustration of fragmented estimating, takeoff, operations and accounting systems as estimators stay connected to the team and get the live feedback they need to perform their best.
WinBid and Remote Takeoff have all the features that elite estimating teams need to bid fast and accurately. By far though, the greatest value is derived from how the features work with Operations and Accounting.
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- Multiple Projects
- Quotes/Estimates
Provides construction firms with the power to significantly speed up the estimating process - includes takeoff and cost databases.
More than any other solution, Sage Estimating software provides construction firms large and small with the power and flexibility to significantly speed up the estimating process. Sage Estimating works the way you do, helping you to build bids more quickly, accurately, and confidently; and includes takeoff and cost databases. Then, once the job has been won, estimate details flow automatically into Sage business management software, eliminating redundant tasks and data entry errors.
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Features
- Audit Trail
- Historical Database
- Project Management
- What-if Analysis
- Subcontractor Management
- Reporting/Analytics
- Accounting Integration
- Takeoff
- Customizable Templates
- Multiple Projects
- Quotes/Estimates
Construction pricing solution designed to create quick benchmark costs, write accurate schedules and collect comparable quotes.
Collaborative construction pricing solution designed for builders, architects, and surveyors. Buildpartner collects price and task information to help businesses generate quick benchmark costs, accurate schedules of works, and collect comparable quotes. Features include benchmarking, timelines, collaboration tools, quote comparison, cost planning, reporting, valuations, scheduling, and comparison.
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- Audit Trail
- Historical Database
- Project Management
- What-if Analysis
- Subcontractor Management
- Reporting/Analytics
- Accounting Integration
- Takeoff
- Customizable Templates
- Multiple Projects
- Quotes/Estimates
For all earthwork takeoff needs. Intuitive data entry, advanced editing, import line work, analyze your site.
Roctek’s WinEx Grade is a quantity takeoff and analysis tool. This solution allows you to take a PDF or other supported image formats and import PDF linework, import CAD linework, or use assisted-drawing tools to enter linework in order to describe the existing site, adjustments to the existing site, the proposed site, and adjustments to the proposed site. Once entered or imported the user can get lengths, square footages, and volumes for grading, site materials, and other common sitework items.
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Features
- Audit Trail
- Historical Database
- Project Management
- What-if Analysis
- Subcontractor Management
- Reporting/Analytics
- Accounting Integration
- Takeoff
- Customizable Templates
- Multiple Projects
- Quotes/Estimates
Assignar simplifies construction scheduling, time-tracking, data collection and communication, and connects the field to office.
Assignar is an all-in-one operations platform designed to help construction companies coordinate and deploy fieldworkers, staff, and machinery to job sites using mobile technologies and real-time cloud data. Being cloud based, our platform connects the field to the office, offering more visibility, optimized construction processes, and helps managers make data-driven decisions so that projects stay on time and on budget.
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Features
- Audit Trail
- Historical Database
- Project Management
- What-if Analysis
- Subcontractor Management
- Reporting/Analytics
- Accounting Integration
- Takeoff
- Customizable Templates
- Multiple Projects
- Quotes/Estimates
Trimble® Accubid® Anywhere is a comprehensive cloud-hosted estimating solution for electrical contractors.
Trimble® Accubid® Anywhere provides a comprehensive estimating and takeoff solution for electrical contractors in an easy-to-manage cloud subscription accessible 24/7. Complete with advanced estimating, change management, graphical takeoff, integrated supplier pricing, submittal management, document management, collaboration tools and multi-user support, Accubid Anywhere does it all, so you can focus on what you do best - winning more bids.
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Features
- Audit Trail
- Historical Database
- Project Management
- What-if Analysis
- Subcontractor Management
- Reporting/Analytics
- Accounting Integration
- Takeoff
- Customizable Templates
- Multiple Projects
- Quotes/Estimates
Construction estimating solution that helps businesses calculate depreciation, manage projects, and access local pricing research.
Construction estimating solution that helps businesses calculate depreciation, manage projects, and access local pricing research.
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Features
- Audit Trail
- Historical Database
- Project Management
- What-if Analysis
- Subcontractor Management
- Reporting/Analytics
- Accounting Integration
- Takeoff
- Customizable Templates
- Multiple Projects
- Quotes/Estimates
CRM.
Estimating.
Production management.
Text messaging.
Home improvement contractors only.
Builder Prime is a CRM, estimating, and production management platform designed specifically for remodeling and home improvement contractors. The automated lead management and follow-up system helps companies sell more without the fear of leads slipping through the cracks. The user-friendly software provides precision reporting across marketing, sales, and production. With configurator-based estimating and SMS automation included, Builder Prime is truly the "Does-It-All" Contractor CRM Suite.
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- Audit Trail
- Historical Database
- Project Management
- What-if Analysis
- Subcontractor Management
- Reporting/Analytics
- Accounting Integration
- Takeoff
- Customizable Templates
- Multiple Projects
- Quotes/Estimates
Billing and invoicing solution that helps contractors create estimates, accept online payments, manage client information, and more.
Billing and invoicing solution that helps contractors create estimates, accept online payments, manage client information, and more.
Learn more about Joist
Features
- Audit Trail
- Historical Database
- Project Management
- What-if Analysis
- Subcontractor Management
- Reporting/Analytics
- Accounting Integration
- Takeoff
- Customizable Templates
- Multiple Projects
- Quotes/Estimates
ProEst combines cost estimating, digital takeoffs, and bid day analysis in a single solution, ensuring that estimates are accurate.
Autodesk's ProEst is the industry's leading cloud-based estimating and pre-construction management software. With 50% increased estimating efficiency, plus new levels of information accuracy and team collaboration, contractors are emboldened to win more bids and drive pipeline.
ProEst's online platform combines CRM, cost estimating, digital takeoffs, bid-day analysis, and reporting in a single powerful solution--all with 24/7 access from any computer or mobile device.
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- Audit Trail
- Historical Database
- Project Management
- What-if Analysis
- Subcontractor Management
- Reporting/Analytics
- Accounting Integration
- Takeoff
- Customizable Templates
- Multiple Projects
- Quotes/Estimates
Archdesk is a leading construction estimating platform that gives you everything needed to stay in front of your competitors.
Archdesk is a leading construction estimating platform that gives you everything needed to stay in front of your competitors.
It covers everything the modern business needs and adapts to how you work right now.
By mirroring your estimating workflows and spreadsheets, it optimises before automating where possible, giving you time back to focus on delivering the strongest bid.
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- Audit Trail
- Historical Database
- Project Management
- What-if Analysis
- Subcontractor Management
- Reporting/Analytics
- Accounting Integration
- Takeoff
- Customizable Templates
- Multiple Projects
- Quotes/Estimates
Construction Estimating Software Buyers Guide
Table of Contents
What is construction estimating software?
Construction estimating software (aka construction bidding software or cost estimation software) helps contractors, subcontractors, and builders generate labor, material, and equipment estimates for building projects. The software includes an exhaustive database of electrical, mechanical, and other building-related materials that contractors can use as reference when estimating budgets for their projects. It also helps contractors place competitive bids.
The benefits of construction estimating software
In a competitive market, it’s essential for contractors to analyze their client’s requirements and quickly develop estimates for labor, equipment, and material costs. While an overestimated quote can mean the loss of a potential client, underestimates can result in committing to a high-value project and completing it with a compromised material quality or with significant delays. In either of these case, a business can lose its market trust.
Reliable construction estimating software can save contractors from such critical situations. It helps contractors:
- Improve efficiency: Construction estimating software collects and processes details from various cost databases and past projects to generate estimates and quickly turn them into proposals. This helps contractors submit quotes for multiple projects and win more bids.
- Increase accuracy: Construction estimating software keeps track of all essential data such as labor and material cost, subcontractor expenses, equipment charges, inventories, transportation costs, etc. This helps users eliminate any guesswork from their calculations and generate estimates that closely match the true cost of the project.
- Stay consistent with outputs: With this software, businesses can create estimates based on tested and approved procedures, formulas, and workflows that enable them to deliver similar proposals every time they begin a new project. This brings consistency to their operation and helps streamline their estimation workflow.
Typical features of construction estimating software
- Cost database: Build and maintain individual data sets for labor, equipment, and material costs and use them as a reference when creating project estimates.
- Job costing: Calculate the approximate cost involved in completing a job by using past references and estimates for labor, material, and equipment costs.
- Proposal generator: Use cost estimates to generate professional-looking bid proposals.
- Audit trail: Track and log details of every change made in the database.
- Historical database: Store complete details of past projects.
- Analysis: Assign “what-if” conditions for budgets and planning to generate multiple sets of estimates under different scenarios.
Considerations when purchasing construction estimating software
- Integration with other construction software: Contractors need software that seamlessly transfers data across applications. For example, workforce scheduling software can share details about resource availability with construction estimating software to set up schedules. If you’re using multiple applications to manage your construction workflow, make sure that your construction estimating software supports integration with your existing applications to help you avoid repetitive data entry.
- Ease of use: Since construction estimating software will be used by contractors, estimators, designers, clients, and other stakeholders with a varying range of tech savviness, choose one that is logical, simple to use, and easy to understand. Businesses should also look for products that offer proper training programs for users to help them learn commands, interpret drawings, and generate estimates and take-off.
Relevant construction estimating software trends
- 3D printing will revolutionize the construction business: Though adoption has been slow, the construction industry has now started using 3D printing in multiple operations. From building a complete house using giant 3D printing machines to printing small dummy models for architects and designers, 3D printing is now used at various scales in the construction industry. These building mockups allow construction companies to identify flaws in the project before construction even begins.
- Mobile devices are the new hammer in the construction industry: Just like any field business, the construction industry has acknowledged the importance of smartphones and tablets. In fact, according to independent research by JB Knowledge, around 83% of respondents in the construction industry report mobile capabilities as important or very important in their business. Mobile devices not only connect back-office and field staff but also help to collect, manage, and report field data in real-time.
