SharpeSoft Estimator is an on-premise & cloud cost estimating software for contractors and sub-contractors in the construction industry. This software allows contractors to organize bids, compare item quantities and pricing from multiple subcontractors and vendors, manage their own contractor information, and more.
SharpeSoft provides integrated tools for managing labor, equipment and subcontractor costing, contractor and subcontractor management, bid management, and more.
The solution is designed for various industries including heavy civil, highway and road, earthwork, pipeline, grading and excavation, plant work, etc.
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Buildxact is a construction management software that is easy to use for contractors, residential builders, and remodelers. It helps them manage their projects smoothly and efficiently. Transform your business with one system, from the first takeoff to the final invoice.
Streamline estimation - Create takeoffs faster and get quotes 5x faster. Buildxact is cloud-based so you can get up and running in no time.
Save time by ditching paper plans and spreadsheets! Buildxact digital takeoffs let you scale plans and measure with a few mouse clicks. Quickly measure and count materials knowing your numbers are correct. Easily move material counts into your estimate with online tools and pricing that are 5X faster than paper and pencil.
Estimates that clearly lay out materials, labor and overhead for the client. Professional quotes that win more jobs. Find out today with a free trial!
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Stratosphere
Stratosphere, a cloud-based construction takeoff tool, gives estimators unprecedented freedom and flexibility to complete takeoffs wherever they are. Stratosphere is the ideal software for you if you are looking for a single tool that will save you time, give you access to your plans, projects, and doesn't force any changes in the way you estimate. Stratosphere can be used from any web browser. It can also be integrated with Microsoft Excel via our custom Excel Add-in. Stratosphere is free to download and use. We offer flexible monthly plans and annual plans with discounts for larger groups.
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Planning Poker by TeamRetro
TeamRetro's Planning Poker is a complimentary, real-time agile estimation tool designed to aid teams in quickly, accurately, and collaboratively estimating user stories. With no registration needed, users can simply create a room, share the link, and begin estimating within moments.
Tailored for agile teams, this tool allows for simultaneous voting, which minimizes bias and promotes honest contributions. After the estimates are disclosed, teams engage in discussions to understand discrepancies and come to a consensus, enhancing both accuracy and collective comprehension.
It is lightweight and browser-based, making it perfect for remote, hybrid, and distributed teams involved in sprint planning or backlog refinement activities.
Key Features Include:
- Collaborative estimation sessions in real-time
- Bias-reducing simultaneous voting
- Instant room creation with shareable links, no signup necessary
- Various decks available, including Fibonacci, T-shirt sizes, numeric, and customizable scales
- Consensus-focused estimation for improved alignment among team members
- Completely browser-based with no need for downloads
- Developed by the creators of TeamRetro, the platform for agile retrospectives, ensuring a reliable and effective tool for teams.
This innovative solution not only streamlines the estimation process but also fosters a collaborative team environment.
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