Must use Software for Estimating:
Back in the past when computer was not as popular as now, finding a way to get a proper estimation for project was very difficult. It is very hard for a person or a group of person to thoroughly analyze the blue print of the project, bring out the relevant information, calculate the amount of material, present market price of material and labor. Along with that, to find out matters like the sequence of work and probable time that would take to complete the project was almost next to impossible. But with the advent of new technology, we get various new software which help us to get a proper estimation of the project.
The features of the Estimating Software:
- Up to date material prices.
- Man hour and crew rate
- Calculator to save time to figure out quantities for bearing walls, joist systems, concrete walls and more
- Job cost wizard which turns estimates and proposals into documents and exports both to printers.
- Also includes permits, fees, set-up, demolition, rubbish removal and renovation.
To sum up, time and money are two important considerations for any industry, job, or company. What you want is a balance between quality estimates, fairly inexpensive labor, and quality work. While the only thing that construction estimation software can really do for you is provide quick and accurate estimates, the other two areas will fall into place as you spend less time estimating and more time running your business and finishing jobs.
Different estimating software are: BID2WIN, ConEst, ProEst, Maxwell Systems ProContractorMX , PlanSwift. WinEst, Work in Progerss and many more.
