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Description
HeavyBid's construction estimating software allows you to create activities and bid items on the fly. You can also copy them from an estimate or a list of standard activities of work. Import bid items directly from DOT websites in order to reduce the time spent on building estimates.
HCSS inputs your bid items and quantity data from external takeoff software into HeavyBid in order to produce an accurate cost estimate.
HeavyBid has been used by estimators in 4,000+ companies including 44 of ENR's top 50 heavy civil contractors. Estimators can easily repeat the conditions for estimating, while estimate reviewers can easily access checklists and review instruments that make it easier to verify costs and prices.
Description
Visual Estimator merges the user-friendly nature of the Windows interface with robust capabilities and extensive reporting features, enhancing both efficiency and precision in the realm of construction cost estimating. For contractors, builders, estimators, and other construction experts, having an exact understanding of construction expenses is crucial. This software encompasses all construction disciplines, ranging from Sitework and Concrete through to Finishes, Mechanical, and Electrical. The Visual Estimator package comes equipped with a standard cost database that aligns with CSI divisions. Designed specifically for Windows, it boasts an intuitively straightforward yet powerful user interface, where functionalities are linked to toolbars and command buttons, facilitating a swift and uncomplicated estimation process. By integrating the strength of a database with the ease of a spreadsheet, Visual Estimator ensures all necessary tools for crafting precise and comprehensive cost estimates are readily available. With its seamless blend of features, Visual Estimator stands as an essential tool for professionals seeking to streamline their estimating tasks.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
AccuBuild
Yes
Agave
Yes
HCSS
Yes
InSite Elevation Pro
Yes
Microsoft Project
Yes
PreconSuite
Yes
Integrations
AccuBuild
No
Agave
No
HCSS
No
InSite Elevation Pro
No
Microsoft Project
No
PreconSuite
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
$195 one-time payment
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
Yes
iPad App
Yes
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
HCSS
Founded
1986
Country
United States
Website
www.hcss.com/products/construction-estimating-software/
Vendor Details
Company Name
CPR International
Founded
1986
Country
United States
Website
www.cprsoft.com
Product Features
Construction Estimating
Accounting Integration
Yes
Audit Trail
Yes
Bid Management
Yes
Billing & Invoicing
No
Building Product Database
No
Calculators
Yes
Change Orders
Yes
Contract Management
No
Cost Database
Yes
Customer Management
No
Customizable Templates
Yes
Electrical Estimating
Yes
HVAC Estimating
Yes
Historical Database
Yes
Job Costing
Yes
Plumbing Estimating
Yes
Price Data / Price Books
Yes
Project Management
No
Quote Management
Yes
Reporting/Analytics
Yes
Scheduling
Yes
Subcontractor Management
Yes
Takeoff
No
What-if Analysis
Yes
Product Features
Construction Estimating
Accounting Integration
Yes
Audit Trail
Yes
Bid Management
No
Billing & Invoicing
No
Building Product Database
No
Calculators
No
Change Orders
No
Contract Management
No
Cost Database
Yes
Customer Management
No
Customizable Templates
Yes
Electrical Estimating
Yes
HVAC Estimating
Yes
Historical Database
Yes
Job Costing
No
Plumbing Estimating
Yes
Price Data / Price Books
Yes
Project Management
No
Quote Management
No
Reporting/Analytics
Yes
Scheduling
No
Subcontractor Management
No
Takeoff
No
What-if Analysis
Yes