• Professional Cost Estimating

    More than just numbers.

    Every estimate is carefully developed in a way to clearly identify the scope of the project.

     

    Quantity take-offs are performed to develop the basis for the labor and material pricing.

     

    Current market data and historical information combined with project-specific location factors are used in pricing each project .

     

    The estimate is summarized based on Client preference and can include alternate scopes, CSI standard cost codes and custom cost codes.

    Scope, Quantities, Pricing,

    WBS, Cashflow, and Risk

    We're happy to provide a

    sample of our work at your request.

  • Levels of

    Cost Estimate

    An estimate can be developed at any stage of a project and the class is based on the available design information.

    Class 5

    ROM

    “Back of the Napkin” estimate based on concept narrative with little to no supporting design details.

    This type is based heavily on experience and case studies.

    Class 4

    Feasibility

    Generally produce after Schematic design phase. May be primarily based on $/SF cost metrics

    Class 3

    Budget

    Design details are known and estimate reflects project specific conditions and mostly itemized costs.

    Class 2

    Control

    Estimate based on Issued design documents and reflects all factors related to the design, project approach, and schedule.

    Class 1

    Bid/Change Order

    All design information is available and fixed. Contains firm quotations and serves as contractual figures.

  • SERVICES

    We address all costs relevant to a project.

    • owner's costs
    • engineering & design
    • direct & indirect construction labor
    • materials
    • subcontracts
    • contingency & escalation

    If you have an estimate for your project, we can provide an independent review to validate the scope basis, accuracy, and reasonableness of the costs. This service provides assurance to clients that the estimated project costs are what they should be.

     

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    Custom Excel© Spreadsheets

    We're experts at developing tools in Microsoft Excel that make work more efficient and error-free. If you have an idea or a gap in your process where an advanced spreadsheet can be the solution, then let us help you bring it to reality.

     

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    Cost Databases

    A comprehensive estimating database is a key asset that should be invested in. Organizing historical and current market costs in a single database can help companies estimate more effectively and accurately. We have expert experience using WinEst and can help your organization with setup, customization, and support.

     

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    Quantity Takeoffs

    Quantity Take-offs are the foundation to an accurate estimate. We use computer-based methods to develop bills-of-materials (BOMs) which provide a clear line-of-sight reference back to the drawings. Reports are generated in MS Excel and PDF format allowing you to use the data any way you need.

    Cost Risk Modeling

    Identifying, quantifying, and modeling cost risks is helpful to develop a basis for project contingency. We use Palisade's @Risk to simulate cost risks for projects in order to gain insights into the true exposures within a project.

    Training

    We offer customized training modules on Cost Estimating Fundamentals and use of WinEst.

    Process Development

    We can help with developing an estimating process and procedures to use in your own organization to get where you want to be.

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