Estimating

Design Budgeting

We collaborate with design teams and clients to develop budgets as early as the schematic or conceptual design phase. This allows for informed decisions, scope alignment and value-driven design choices before drawings go to bid.

We support both design-build and bid-spec projects, including time-and-material and lump-sum estimates.

Pre-construction Collaboration

We actively participate in design-assist or design-build efforts, helping general contractors and construction managers make informed trade-off decisions during schematic or design development phases.

We provide budget validation and cost modeling at early project stages to guide scope development.

Responsiveness and Speed

Timely bid submissions and quick-turn alternates or revisions make us easy to work with, especially in fast-track bid environments. We have the ability to meet aggressive preconstruction schedules without sacrificing accuracy.

Scope Clarity and Risk Mitigation

We clearly define inclusions, exclusions and assumptions to reduce surprises during construction. We ensure general contractors avoid scope gaps between mechanical and other trades (e.g., structural steel, electrical, insulation).

Competitive Market Insight

We understand current market pricing, labor availability, and material lead times, and we can advise general contractors on risks or volatility in bid packages.

We provide insights into subcontractor and vendor capabilities when bidding on large or specialty scopes.