Preconstruction and Construction Estimation Services that help you bid with confidence.
Quantity takeoffs and cost estimates organized to CSI MasterFormat, delivered as editable Excel workbooks for contractors and developers across the United States.
| Description | Qty | Unit | Sheet | Material | Labor | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Continuous footings, 24"x12" | 1,240 | LF | S-101 | 18,600 | 14,880 | 33,480 |
| Foundation walls, 8" CIP | 3,420 | SF | S-102 | 27,360 | 30,780 | 58,140 |
| Wall formwork, two sides | 6,840 | SFCA | S-102 | 10,260 | 27,360 | 37,620 |
| Slab on grade, 5" w/ 6x6 WWF | 18,650 | SF | S-103 | 74,600 | 46,625 | 121,225 |
| Reinforcing steel, #5, laps incl. | 24,800 | LB | S-105 | 22,320 | 14,880 | 37,200 |
| Placement, finish & cure | 464 | CY | - | - | 32,480 | 32,480 |
| Division 03 subtotal | 153,140 | 167,005 | 320,145 | |||
- Bluebeam
- PlanSwift
- On-Screen Takeoff
- Excel
Preconstruction services built around the estimate
Traceable Estimates
CSI MasterFormat takeoffs and cost estimates built from current supplier and labor market data.
Integrated Design
Architectural, structural, MEP, and BIM coordinated for constructability.
Construction Intelligence
Labor, material, and regional market insight that strengthens every decision.
Estimating & quantity takeoffs
This is what we lead with: CSI MasterFormat takeoffs and cost estimates delivered as editable Excel workbooks with sheet references, assumptions, and exclusions you can defend in bid review.
- Trade-level and full-set packages
- Material and labor columns you can override
- Drawing references on every major quantity
- Assumptions and exclusions stated in the file
Built around your role in the bid
Built across the projects that shape communities
We focus on the project types where coordinated estimating and design support matter most: commercial, residential, industrial, and public work throughout the United States.
Additional specialty estimating available by trade and project scope.
See how we support each market on Who We Serve.
Your estimate isn't just a number. It's a working bid document.
A CSI MasterFormat workbook with sheet references, material and labor columns, and formula-driven totals. This is the work product: editable Excel, not a locked PDF.
| Description | Qty | Unit | Sheet | Material | Labor | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Continuous footings, 24"x12" | 1,240 | LF | S-101 | 18,600 | 14,880 | 33,480 |
| Foundation walls, 8" CIP | 3,420 | SF | S-102 | 27,360 | 30,780 | 58,140 |
| Wall formwork, two sides | 6,840 | SFCA | S-102 | 10,260 | 27,360 | 37,620 |
| Slab on grade, 5" w/ 6x6 WWF | 18,650 | SF | S-103 | 74,600 | 46,625 | 121,225 |
| Reinforcing steel, #5, laps incl. | 24,800 | LB | S-105 | 22,320 | 14,880 | 37,200 |
| Placement, finish & cure | 464 | CY | - | - | 32,480 | 32,480 |
| Division 03 subtotal | 153,140 | 167,005 | 320,145 | |||
| Division | Material | Labor | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Concrete | $153,140 | $167,005 | $320,145 |
| 04 Masonry | $48,600 | $61,200 | $109,800 |
| 05 Metals | $86,400 | $54,900 | $141,300 |
| 06 Wood & Plastics | $22,100 | $31,500 | $53,600 |
| 07 Thermal & Moisture | $38,750 | $29,400 | $68,150 |
| 09 Finishes | $41,200 | $52,800 | $94,000 |
| Sample total | $390,190 | $396,805 | $786,995 |
Included in every estimate
- Quantity takeoffs
- Material & labor pricing
- Drawing references
- Assumptions
- Exclusions
- Summary sheet
- Editable Excel workbook
Every major quantity references the sheet it came from, so a number questioned in bid review is quick to verify.
Takeoffs in Bluebeam Revu, PlanSwift, and On-Screen Takeoff. Estimates arrive as editable Excel workbooks with formulas intact.
Why Contractors Trust QuantSult
Reviewable standards under bid pressure — demonstrated in the sample estimate above.
CSI MasterFormat
Organized according to industry-standard divisions.
Traceable Quantities
Every major quantity can be traced back to drawings and sheets.
Editable Excel Deliverables
Your team receives working files, not locked PDFs.
Trade-Level Expertise
Dedicated estimating across individual construction trades.
U.S. Market Focus
Pricing and project assumptions aligned to the project location.
Estimating by division
CSI divisions with dedicated pages covering what we measure, in what units, and what we exclude by default.
We believe preconstruction shouldn't be fragmented.
Contractors, developers, and investors shouldn't have to coordinate multiple firms to move a project from concept to construction. Our mission is to bring every essential preconstruction service under one roof, creating a single, trusted partner for planning, estimating, design coordination, and construction documentation.
Deadline-aligned delivery
From scope confirmation to final delivery, we align our process with your bid deadline.
Clear documentation
Clear assumptions, exclusions, and pricing documentation your team can review and defend.
Data-driven estimating
We provide project-specific estimates by using supplier pricing, regional labor rates, historical project data and market research.
See the full story on our About page, explore estimating by project type and trade, or review markets we serve.
Roles on every estimate
Named profiles and headshots publish on About once the owner approves them. Until then, here is how the work is staffed — without inventing faces.
Lead estimator
CSI MasterFormat takeoffs, sheet-referenced quantities, and bid-package assembly.
Design coordination
Architectural and engineering documentation aligned to the estimate assumptions.
Bid support
Scope checks, addenda tracking, and delivery timed to your bid or decision date.
What you can expect.
*Illustrative turnaround ranges after scope confirmation. Final schedule is confirmed before work starts.
Illustrative project outcomes.
Anonymized examples of the kind of bid, scope, and result we deliver. Not client testimonials.
Anonymized example
Warehouse shell takeoff
Illustrative · ~15–25k SF
Division-level workbook with sheet references returned before bid review, so the GC could reprice labor without rebuilding quantities.
Anonymized example
Multi-trade commercial package
Illustrative · mid-size shell
Concrete, metals, and finishes packaged as separate CSI tabs with exclusions listed up front — fewer scope gaps during buyout.
Anonymized example
Design-coordinated estimate
Illustrative · tenant improvement
Estimate assumptions aligned to the architectural set so value-engineering options stayed tied to measurable quantities.
Before you send a set
How do you make an estimate defensible?
Every quantity is tied to a drawing, scale, or stated assumption. Exclusions and open questions are visible in the deliverable, so your team can explain the number instead of guessing when a bid is reviewed.
What do I need to send you?
Start with the PDF plan set and specifications you have. Include the trades, project location, and important date. If the set is incomplete, say so. We will identify what needs to be confirmed. Accepted uploads: PDF, ZIP, or DWG up to 3.5 MB each (4 MB total), or paste a plan-room link for larger sets.
How quickly can you help?
Typical turnaround after scope confirmation: single-trade packages often 2–4 business days; multi-trade or full-set shells 5–10 business days; larger or incomplete sets are scheduled to your bid date. Rush capacity is available when the calendar allows. We confirm a practical schedule before work starts.
How does pricing work?
Fees are scoped from your files and explained before work starts. As a guide, single-trade takeoffs often start around $350–$750; multi-trade packages from about $1,200; full-set commercial shells are quoted from the set. Per-SF or per-trade pricing may apply depending on scope. You receive a clear engagement rather than an open-ended subscription.
What if the drawings change?
Addenda and revisions during the bid period can be coordinated with the original scope. A redesign or materially changed project after award is reviewed as new work.
How are project files handled?
Plans and project files are handled securely for the purpose of scoping and delivering your request. An NDA is available on request. We use what you share to understand and respond to the work — do not send information that is not needed for the project conversation.
Construction intelligence for property decisions.
We evaluate and identify off-market and distressed opportunities with construction feasibility.
Property isn't just found. You understand what it will cost to build, renovate or reposition it.
Have a project to bid?
Upload your plans by email or the quote form. Tell us the bid date. We'll take it from there.