Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 15, 2018

has tried a multitude of bidding tools over the years, with varying degrees of success. But, because his Brighton, Michigan-based firm is relatively small, he admits that “the tremendous learning curve and time commitment” involved in getting his team up to speed with an estimating software solution has not been a high priority.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

When your software is integrated, everyone has the ability to make decisions in real time. That means faster estimating, faster job completion and faster billing. But you don’t want to pay well over your competitors, lest you start to lose jobs when you send out bids. This increased profitability begins with good communication.

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Profitability Software Software Bidding 214

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 4, 2020

Integrated project delivery software and support services are now available for facilities operations and maintenance as well as new construction. IPD software and support services provide an environment with a collaborative focus upon requirements definition and successful repair, renovation, and new construction project completion.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 11, 2017

There are many reasons to adopt integrated construction software , including flexibility, organization, and project management. Using a web- or cloud-based software solution is also the best way to increase your estimate accuracy and improve profitability. It should be a part of your strategy to win more bids.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

As the construction industry shifts to a more technology-based approach with mobile, software, and multiple hosted applications , security and data privacy has become a critical component of every part of the construction process. Security and data privacy is critical to construction management software. Beyond the software.

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Security Software Software Construction 200

Constructonomics

JANUARY 28, 2013

But, as Software Advice–a software research company based out of Austin, Texas–recently reported, that’s just what the Bureau of Labor statistics is expecting to happen for the role of construction estimator. Comfort with technologies like 3-D modeling and estimating software.

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Estimating Bidding Construction Software 138

Lets Build

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

Much like any other industry, the construction industry is also benefitting massively from a wide variety of software tools and apps. With our previous blog post, the Best Construction Software Companies of 2017 , we tried to compile a list of the most valuable construction software tools and break it up categories.

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Software Software Construction Bidding 133

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 12, 2023

Construction bidding is a great act of orchestration on any project complete with a broad range of complexities and activities that happen before breaking ground. Construction bidding technology enables teams to manage and automate various aspects of the bidding process.

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Bidding Software Software Construction 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 24, 2022

New opportunities and challenges highlight the importance of producing accurate estimates. In an industry with razor-thin margins, incorrect estimates can lead to a major hit in profitability and wreak havoc on your company’s finances. One of the best ways to do this is to use construction estimating software. .

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Estimating Software Software Construction 94

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 20, 2022

Estimating is one of the most complex parts of the construction process. And done inaccurately, you risk losing the bid, or worse, profits. . Thankfully cloud-based software solutions enable teams to create more competitive bids with accurate estimates faster. Connected takeoff and estimate .

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Estimating Software Software Bidding 105

Carol Hagen

JANUARY 23, 2014

Bluebeam Revu provides measurement tools ideally suited for construction estimating take-off. You can use the snap to content for your estimating department to work with plan sets and “hit” the exact corner or inside wall for a perfect measurement but the line weight might may impact your measurement accuracy.

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Estimating Drawings Software Software 153

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 23, 2017

It’s easy to know when you’ve outgrown your current software and tracking processes. Costs aren’t easily available, so estimators take too long getting bids together. Software that works across departments just makes sense. Precise estimates are imperative to managing the construction process.

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Software Software Management Bidding 130

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Low bid is an acceptable form of procuring repair, renovation, maintenance, or new construction services. Lumps sum bids from contractors or subcontracts, historical costs, or benchmark cost data are reliable forms of cost estimation. Large, traditional software/services providers provide the best solutions.

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Life Cycle Subcontracting Procurement Bidding 264

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 14, 2019

Meanwhile, using cloud-based project and field-management software , crews can ensure safety collaboration is achieved, all proper steps are followed, and it all gets documented in one place. Improperly Estimating Costs and Poorly Planning Projects. An overestimated or incomplete bid may mean you won’t win the jobs you need.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 19, 2017

Estimates get thrown off, rush fees ensue, and general disdain for the job can surface. Working with integrated construction software can keep everyone on the same page, jobs and duties on time, equipment and worker status visible, and timelines transparent. Thankfully, all of this can be avoided.

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Viewpoint Construction Schedule Estimating 239

Carol Hagen

MAY 28, 2010

No extra hardware or software needed, just a web browser and internet connection from your PC, smartphone or iPad. There are many mature software systems that did not start on the Internet and their cloud offering is actually a patchwork. This occurs frequently to computer software.

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Software Software CoreCon Construction 120

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 18, 2021

Showing up with a 3D model when owners are in the process of bidding out work is a game-changer, particularly when the competition does not. Using BIM, the team has: Increased estimator efficiency through iterative model-based quantification and estimating. Winning More Business Is Just One Benefit of BIM Software.

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BIM Contractors Modeling Software 308

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 2, 2016

Job Order Contracting Software Technology. Job order contracting cost estimating software and training is an important aspect in assuring JOC Program performance and compliance. Automatic comparison of estimates and updating estimates is also a common feature found in JOC software. Cloud-based deployment.

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Software Software Contract Estimating 100

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 11, 2022

In terms of procurement JOC is bid indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract between a facility owner and a professional JOC construction contractor. Can owners create independent estimates? Owners can develop detailed cost proposals by line item and prepare an independent estimate. via 4bt.us. via 4bt.us.

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Contract Procurement Estimating Renovating 263

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 4, 2017

Web-based software has changed the face of the construction industry. Large or small, construction jobs can be made easier with the right support system, especially when it comes to management software. Below are eight benefits to using web-based software, which keeps you and your crews flexible, accurate, and efficient.

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Cassell Construction Estimating

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Timberline Estimating Training – Bid Day Emergency – File Won’t Open I had an urgent support call recently from one of our Montana contractors who use Timberline Estimating. Here’s the scenario: It’s Bid Day, getting down to the last hour before the bid is due. The good news is that this is easy to fix.

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Estimating Bidding Montana US 100

Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

The JBKnowledge 2017 Construction Technology Report , which covers topics such as software adoption and IT investment, reveals some interesting—and perhaps a little troubling—insights about BIM. While 27 percent of companies reported having a BIM/VDC department, 28 percent said they don’t bid on BIM projects.

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BIM Contractors Software Software 223

Cassell Construction Estimating

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Bids are time‐consuming 2. Bids are time‐consuming: How are you doing your takeoff? Do you compile the estimate manually, 
then enter into a spreadsheet? Or do you build the bid directly from within your estimating
 software? And
 don’t expect that buying expensive software is a silver bullet either.

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Estimating Las Vegas Bidding Software 100

Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 9, 2017

It’s been a busy summer here at Viewpoint: We announced our exciting acquisition of Dexter + Chaney , a leader in cloud-based ERP software. Viewpoint’s Enterprise Cloud platform launched as the next generation of construction software. At Viewpoint, we’re here to make your construction software work for you. Best Practices.

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Viewpoint Software Software News 228

Cassell Construction Estimating

AUGUST 24, 2009

I’ve been asked by one of my industry software provider friends to write a piece on the current state of Building Information Modeling (BIM), as it relates to estimating in the here and now. The topic has become increasingly relevant as the software driving the standard is evolving quickly. (Or So why doesn’t everybody do it?

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Estimating BIM Modeling Software 100

Construction Cost Estimating

AUGUST 1, 2013

Trimble just introduces software data assimilation aptitude connecting its all planning, estimating and management software applications. Office Application Pack – Microsoft Office extensions for Proliance software, amalgamating capital planning, program as well as project management skills. Proliance 5.5 Proliance 5.5

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Estimating Software Software Schedule 70

Carol Hagen

APRIL 24, 2013

Bluebeam Revu’s measurement functions provide quick methods for estimators to take-off length, area and quantities. Knowing that you’ll all want to try these faster options and get more bids completed, I’m providing this handy reference document explaining the process using the Bluebeam Revu Measurement tools.

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Estimating Drawings United States Software 111

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 23, 2019

Working with cloud-based, integrated construction software can keep everyone on the same page by providing equipment, materials and worker status visibility, project progress and productivity and timeline transparency — all in real time. Accurate estimating ensures there is always enough money for materials, wages, and more.

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Construction Software Software Estimating 237

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 7, 2023

Inaccurate estimates might not be the root of all evil, but they sure can derail a project. Far and away one of the most common reasons, however, is inaccurate budget estimates. When it comes to construction, estimating costs is a towering challenge. When it comes to construction, estimating costs is a towering challenge.

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Estimating Construction Budgeting Budget 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

This is why so many firms end up saying, “We need the best all-in-one construction software.” Or if you’re exploring more ways to digitize your processes, we’ll give you a crash course on how the right software implementation can help you achieve your goals. . What is all-in-one construction software?

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Software Software Construction Bidding 95

Carol Hagen

APRIL 10, 2014

Construction Industry - Software estimating construction Invitation To Bid Software Procurement Tender' The owner will see his project start sooner, and you’ll be able to track and control costs all the way down to the supplier, all up front.

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Procurement Software Software United States 160

Cassell Construction Estimating

JUNE 10, 2016

We’ve been working with Sage SQL Estimating over the past few months, and are becoming bigger fans of the recent updated version, 15.2. The upgrades over the past year and more enthusiastic client interest had prompted us to put together the first cut of feature comparisons between the 2 versions of Sage Estimating.

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Cassell Construction Estimating

JANUARY 27, 2014

Cassell Consulting has been working with ProEst Estimating for just on a year now. Recently we’ve been building a custom software tool, that allows existing Sage customers to convert their existing Timberline Estimating database to a ProEst database. The current release (v1.0) Consulting'

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Estimating Sage Consulting Bidding 100

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 19, 2018

Construction organizations are relying on modern software for accounting, field management, project management, bid management, design and more. The not-so-good news is that many organizations adopt software at the project or regional level, so it often doesn’t connect the entire business. We’ve come up with a solution for that.

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Viewpoint Project Management Software Software 221

Carol Hagen

FEBRUARY 18, 2013

Whether you are a residential or commercial general contractor, Quickbooks is the most popular accounting software serving the construction industry in the United States. The challenge is achieving an integrated solution with estimating, scheduling and project management capabilities while addressing detailed job costing.

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CoreCon Management Software Software 141

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 28, 2017

From project management to estimates and bids, Viewpoint has the construction tools to make all workers perform to the best of their ability. Be available either in person or via mobile, email, or through integrated construction software like Viewpoint. Exercise expertise, with caution.

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Viewpoint Construction Safety Equipment 233

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 12, 2023

Construction bidding is a great act of orchestration on any project complete with a broad range of complexities and activities that happen before breaking ground. Construction bidding technology enables teams to manage and automate various aspects of the bidding process.

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Bidding Software Software Construction 52