Concrete Estimating
Build AI Estimating delivers concrete estimating and takeoff services built for the contractors who don’t have time to slow down for paperwork, general contractors, concrete contractors, home builders, and real estate developers who need accurate numbers without stepping off the job site. Concrete work covers everything from foundations to flatwork, and getting the quantities wrong can throw off a bid before it even gets submitted. Backed by hands-on estimating experience and AI-assisted quality checks, we take that pressure off your plate with thorough, precise Division 3 estimates you can bid with confidence.
Our concrete estimators are credentialed through AACE and AIQS, bringing specialized expertise to every Division 3 takeoff we prepare.
We understand that every client has different needs, and we shape our services around them. Our clients include:
- General Contractors
- Project Managers
- Subcontractors
- Investors
- Developers
- Homebuilders
- Architects
- Owners
Our Range of Concrete Estimating Services
- Concrete quantity takeoffs
- Budget and bid estimates
- Bid preparation
- Design estimates
- Change order estimates
- Value engineering
- Project lead generation
- Concrete contractor marketing
- Expert witness support
- Litigation assistance
Why Outsource Your Concrete Estimates
Contractors handling paving, driveways, and sidewalks are often too tied up with on-site work to build accurate estimates themselves, which can lead to overbidding or underbidding without realizing it. If you’re aiming to win jobs with a competitive price, you need precise numbers on cost and labor from the start. Outsourcing to a dedicated estimating team means:
- No need to buy expensive estimating software or hire and train in-house staff
- No added overhead from a full-time concrete estimator
- More bids submitted, which means more opportunities to win work
- Better estimating efficiency, supporting stronger profit margins
- Fewer missed opportunities due to slow turnaround
Benefits of Working with Build AI Estimating
Highly accurate concrete estimates and material takeoffs
A strong track record of bid-winning estimates
Fast turnaround, typically 24 to 48 hours
Monthly takeoff packages that reduce the cost of a full-time estimator
A dedicated Division 3 concrete estimating specialist
Estimators credentialed through AACE and AIQS
Competitive, reliable and affordable pricing
Round-the-clock, 24/7 customer support
Our Concrete Portfolio
We’ve supported general contractors, concrete contractors, asphalt contractors, foundation contractors, vendors, and pavers, delivering accurate takeoffs for sidewalks, driveways, retaining walls, concrete pavement, waterproofing, parking lots, flatwork, basements, foundations, curbs, and slabs across both private and public projects.
Our team has delivered concrete estimates across a wide range of structures, including:
- Dams
- Bridges
- Residential Buildings
- Commercial Buildings
- Fences
- Foundations for High-Rise Buildings
- Highways
- Driveways
- Culverts & Sewers
- Marine Structures
Our team has estimated projects ranging from $10 million to several hundred million dollars, across project types including:
Commercial Facilities, Restaurants, Retail Spaces, Airports, Condominiums, Educational Facilities, High-Rise Buildings, Shopping Centers, Theaters & Museums, Sports Auditoriums, Exhibition Buildings, Prisons & Police Stations, Fire Stations, Courts, Office Buildings, Warehouses, Parking Garages, Libraries, Medical Facilities, Hotels & Motels, Airport Facilities, and Bus & Subway Facilities.
If you’re looking for an estimating partner you can count on, we’re ready to help. Upload your plans and get a quote in minutes.
What You'll Receive
- Concrete takeoff spreadsheets
- Material, labor, and equipment costs
- Man-hour calculations
- Marked-up drawing plans
- A full takeoff summary covering total costs for material, labor, equipment, overhead, and profit
- A review of inclusions and exclusions
Our Estimation Process
We start with a thorough review of your submitted plans to identify the full scope of work. From there, our estimators perform an on-screen takeoff using tools like Bluebeam, Planswift, and Accubid, exporting quantities into Excel with detailed line item descriptions.
Our concrete takeoff spreadsheets break down:
- Concrete quantities for slabs, piers, footings, headers, grade beams, tie beams, foundation walls, columns, lintels, platforms, and steps, along with transportation and equipment costs (cranes, pumps, mixers)
- Formwork costs, factoring in type, purchase vs. rental, repairs, equipment, transportation, and labor
- Reinforcement materials, including structural rebar, wire mesh, plastic mesh, stirrups, dowels, and anchors
- Man-hours and labor costs for both skilled and unskilled work, priced using RS Means and our construction cost database for zip-code-accurate pricing
- Site preparation costs when applicable, including excavation, leveling, compaction, transportation, equipment, and labor
- Miscellaneous costs such as storage, concrete testing, waste, spillage, and logistics
- Contingency funds to account for unforeseen costs and inflation
A lead estimator performs a final review of every estimate to confirm it fully meets your project’s requirements.
Software We Use
Planswift
Bluebeam
FastPIPE
FastDUCT
FastWRAP
Trimble
Xactimate
Quest
Why Outsource Your Estimating to Us
- Accuracy: Backed by a precise, extensive pricing database
- Data-Driven Comparisons: Estimates benchmarked and customized against past project data
- Certified Estimators: Credentialed through AACE and AIQS
- Fast Turnaround: Estimates delivered within 24 to 48 hours
- Software Proficiency: Skilled across all major estimating platforms
- Flexibility: Estimating support even with incomplete data
- Cost-Effective Solutions: Competitive, affordable pricing
- 24/7 Support: Chat and email support always available
Our Service Areas
Build AI Estimating has delivered construction estimating services across North America, the Caribbean, and Australia. Within the US, our project portfolio spans markets including New York, New Jersey, Florida, California, North Carolina, Virginia, Washington, Massachusetts, South Carolina, Oregon, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Minnesota, Illinois, Texas, Georgia, Arizona, Michigan, Missouri, Colorado, Kentucky, Indiana, Louisiana, Alabama, Maryland, Connecticut, and Ohio.
FAQs
What formats do you deliver estimates and takeoffs in?
We deliver in PDF and Excel formats, both fully customizable. We’re also happy to match a specific format if you have one you prefer.
How accurate are your concrete quantity takeoffs?
Every takeoff goes through a final review by a lead estimator to confirm it aligns fully with your project’s requirements and scope.
Can you handle both private and public concrete projects?
Yes, our concrete estimating portfolio spans both private and public sector work across a wide range of structure types.
How quickly can I expect my concrete estimate?
Most concrete estimates are delivered within 24 to 48 hours, depending on project size and complexity.
Other Trades
- Concrete Estimating
- Electrical Estimating
- Electrical Estimating Outsourcing
- Telecom Estimating Services
- Interior & Exterior Finishes
- Drywall Takeoff Services
- Flooring Estimating Services
- Painting Estimating Services
- Masonry Estimating
- MEP Estimating
- Mechanical Estimating
- HVAC Estimating
- Duct Takeoff Services
- Gutter Estimating
- Piping Estimating
- Plumbing Estimating
- Metals Estimating
- Rebar Estimating
- Structural Steel Estimating
- Openings Estimating
- Thermal Estimating
- Insulation Estimating
- Roofing Estimating
- Fireproofing Estimating
- Sitework Estimating
- Lumber Takeoff
- Millwork Estimating
Want To Try Our Services ?
Send us your plans, ask a question, or get a quote started today.
Helping Contractors Win More Bids
Monthly Packages Built Around Your Workload
Contractors regularly turn to us for reliable, professional estimating and takeoff support. Many opt for our monthly packages since they cut costs while still delivering accurate, efficient takeoffs. We keep our pricing budget-friendly across the board, and our packages can reduce the cost of maintaining an in-house estimator by as much as 60 percent.
Beyond that, contractors come to us for specialized needs too, whether that’s roof takeoffs, plumbing takeoffs, or mechanical takeoffs. We handle each one carefully, factoring in labor, materials, equipment, and profit margins to keep every number realistic.
At the end of the day, our team works to make the estimating process smooth and productive for every contractor we partner with, adding value at every stage of the project.
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How It Works
Our Work Process
Send Us Your Plans
Share your drawings and specs with us in PDF format, whether that’s a bid set, schematic, development, documents, or conceptual plans. Send them via file upload through our contact form.
Review Your Quote
We’ll review your plans and send back a quote within minutes, covering pricing, turnaround time, and delivery date. Accept it and pay securely by credit card, debit card, or PayPal to get started.
Get Your Estimate
Receive a full estimate with all material and labor quantities along with pricing, delivered in Excel. We can use our standard template or yours, whichever suits your workflow best.
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