Construction Cost Estimator with CSI Analysis-construction cost estimator with CSI analysis.

Example

A user estimating the cost of a commercial building could have a breakdown of Division 03 (Concrete) for foundation work and Division 05 (Metals) for structural steel framing.

Scenario

A contractor estimating the cost of constructing a hospital would break down costs by each relevant CSI division, such as structural steel, concrete, plumbing, and electrical systems, to generate a comprehensive estimate.

Example

The estimator provides separate line items for labor and materials when estimating the cost of installing roofing insulation (Division 07).

Scenario

In a residential renovation, the estimator could show the cost of labor for carpentry (Division 06) as well as the cost of materials like wood and fasteners, helping the contractor budget accordingly.

Example

The system automatically adds overhead and profit percentages to the final estimate, ensuring that the contractor accounts for all business costs.

Scenario

A contractor bidding on a high-rise project adds 15% overhead and 10% profit to the estimate for tasks across divisions like masonry (Division 04) and HVAC (Division 23), ensuring that their bid covers operational expenses and profit margin.

Example

The estimator allows users to update unit costs for materials like cement or steel based on current market prices.

Scenario

A contractor working in an area with fluctuating material costs (e.g., lumber) can adjust the unit prices in the system before preparing an estimate, ensuring the final cost is as accurate as possible.

Example

The estimator includes functionality for digital takeoff, enabling quick and precise measurement of quantities, such as square footage of drywall required.

Scenario

A project manager preparing a bid for an office building renovation uses the takeoff feature to calculate the precise square footage of walls needing paint (Division 09), reducing the likelihood of overestimating material costs.