scheduling and cost management tools as separate software priced individually, which means you’ll need to purchase multiple products to get all InEight features. That’s not the case with most construction scheduling software in this list. On top of that, it lacks key features such as timesheet...
Once you’ve defined your material takeoff and bill of quantities, you can prepare a construction estimate. This is done by assigning costs to the itemized construction materials that were previously identified in the Material takeoff (MTO). Then, to create a budget, add all the construction cos...
Quantity takeoffs reflect a pivotal part of the decision-making process in construction. They make up one of the essential parts of understanding a project’s scope and requirements. Regardless of a project’s size, it is necessary to have a quantity takeoff. The type of data collected for q...
By reviewing the project specifications and bill of quantities, performing material takeoffs, and calculating overhead and profit margin, contractors should be able to nail down a competitive bid. A good bid represents the best quality at the most reasonable price. ...
Scheduled Takeoff Time: Estimating Software That Benefits the Entire Construction TeamGillum, Mike
During the buyout process, the general contractor will seek to maximize buyout savings, or the cost reductions or financial benefits achieved through effective and well-managed subcontract execution. When the general contractor successfully negotiates and awards contracts to subcontractors, suppliers, and...
There’s a wide array of contractor estimating software available, from straightforward takeoff tools to comprehensive systems for budgeting and project management. Choosing the right construction cost estimating software depends on the tools your business needs, as well as the size and budget of your...
Benefits Individual estimators have saved around 60 hours per month using Bluebeam’s takeoff capability. Everyone at the employee-owned company is more collaborative, engaged and efficient in their work, especially project managers. Customers have noticed the bolstered communication and efficiency. “We...
Benefits Five times more productive thanks to digital collaboration; discussions that would’ve taken five days took one 50% faster design team processes and 80% time-savings on quantity takeoffs and estimations Overlay function was an invaluable way to compare plans, quickly spot design differenc...
What are the benefits of using digital takeoff and estimating software? With ConstructConnect’s digital takeoff and estimating software, you can quickly create accurate measurements and counts, saving time and money on repeated estimates. No matter your trade or business size, we have the right so...