Real Results from Real Contractors

See how contractors, subcontractors, and developers use our dedicated remote estimators to support their in-house teams, speed up takeoffs, and submit more competitive bids.

Dedicated Support

Support That Actually Moves the Needle

Winning more work often comes down to one thing: bid capacity. Whether you’re a general contractor, subcontractor, or developer, the ability to submit accurate, timely bids on more projects directly affects how much work you can take on — and how much you’re leaving on the table.

The problem is rarely a lack of opportunity. It’s bandwidth. Your in-house team is already stretched managing active projects, coordinating trades, and handling procurement — so when a promising bid comes in with a tight deadline, takeoffs get delayed, corners get cut, or the opportunity gets passed on entirely. Projects are lost not because the work wasn’t there, but because there wasn’t time to prepare a competitive bid.

That’s where a dedicated remote estimator changes the equation. Instead of stretching your existing team thinner or carrying the cost of another full-time hire, you get reliable, ongoing takeoff and pricing support — scaled to exactly how much help you need, whether that’s full-time, part-time, or project-by-project. Below are a few real examples of contractors who used that support to stop missing bids and start winning more of them.

Success-story
Case Study 01

Multi-Trade Support for a Silicon Valley Development Firm

Industry: Real Estate Development | Location: Silicon Valley, CA | Engagement: Part-Time Remote Estimator

A real estate development company based in Silicon Valley, California was managing a multi-million-dollar project spanning multiple trades — concrete, drywall, roofing, and landscape — and needed reliable takeoff support to keep pace with their bidding and procurement timeline.

We provided a dedicated part-time remote estimator to work alongside their in-house team, delivering accurate, trade-by-trade takeoffs across the full scope of the project. This gave their team the material quantities and cost breakdowns they needed at each stage, without the overhead of hiring additional full-time estimating staff.

The result?

  • Consistent takeoff support across four trades on a single large-scale project
  • In-house team freed up to focus on project management and procurement decisions. 
  • Reliable, ongoing support scaled to the size and complexity of a million-dollar development
Case Study 02

Faster Bid Submissions for a Landscape Contractor

Industry: Landscape Contracting | Software: Procore | Engagement: Part-Time Remote Estimator

A landscape contractor was struggling to submit bids on time through Procore, with tight deadlines putting pressure on their in-house team’s capacity to keep up with takeoffs.

We stepped in with a dedicated part-time remote estimator to support their team directly. Our estimator prepared the takeoffs, verified material costs against supplier pricing, and helped the contractor submit accurate bids on Procore ahead of deadline — consistently.

The result?

  • Bids submitted on time, without last-minute scrambling
  • Verified, accurate supplier costs built into every bid
  • In-house team supported through their busiest bidding periods
Case Study 03

Contractor's Success Story

Industry: Subcontracting | Location: Chicago, IL | Engagement: Part-Time Estimating Support

A Chicago-based subcontractor was facing tight bid deadlines. While they had an in-house estimating team, they needed additional support to keep up with takeoffs and submit more bids.

We stepped in with a dedicated remote estimator, providing part-time estimating support during their busiest season — so their in-house team could stay focused on pricing and submitting bids.

The result?

  • Increased bidding capacity
  • Faster turnaround
  • Improved bid win ratio

Three engagement tiers: Choose Your Level of Support

Full-Time Remote Estimator

A dedicated estimator working exclusively with your team, full-time hours, fully integrated into your workflow like an in-house hire — minus the overhead. Ready to start in 24-72 hours.

Part-Time Remote Estimator

Consistent, scheduled support for teams that don't need full-time capacity but want a reliable, recurring resource they can count on week after week. Ready to start in 24-72 hours.

Project-Based Estimator

Need help on a single bid? Get a dedicated estimator assigned to just that project, with no ongoing commitment. Takeoffs delivered in 24-48 hours, starting at $200 per project.

ABLE Estimating

Working process

Getting a dedicated remote estimator is simple. Whether you need full-time, part-time, or project-based support, here’s exactly how it works from your first request to your estimator getting started.

/01

Submit Your Request

Tell us the trade and the engagement type you need — full-time, part-time, or project-based.
/02

We Onboard a Candidate

We identify and prepare a qualified estimator matching your trade and specific requirements.
/03

Approve & Sign

Review the candidate, confirm the fit, and sign off to move forward.
/04

Your Estimator Starts Working

Your dedicated remote estimator begins working directly with your team — trained on your software, standards, and preferences.

Why Contractors Partner With Us?

We don’t replace your team—we supercharge them. While you sleep, our offshore estimators handle the tedious takeoff grind. In the morning, your team simply reviews the accurate material counts, applies the final pricing, and submits the winning proposal.

A Support Team, Not a Replacement

Your dedicated estimator works alongside your in-house team, handling takeoffs and pricing groundwork so your team can focus on strategy and closing bids.

Flexible Engagement Levels

Full-time, part-time, or project-based — scale up or down as your pipeline changes.

Trade-Specific Matching

Get an estimator experienced in your specific trade, not a generalist.

Cost Savings

Typically 20-45% less than a full-time in-house hire, with no salary, benefits, insurance, or software overhead on your end.

No Long-Term Lock-In

Engage project-by-project, or on a quarterly/annual basis — whatever fits your workflow.

Trusted by Construction Contractors

"Hi there! Sorry for the delay, but I've just reviewed the estimate, and it looks fantastic. Thank you! I'll be sending you a few more projects soon."

Ramiro
Drywall Contractor
Ramiro

"Hello, we've received your email. We've been going over everything just to make sure we have everything we need. Everything looks really good so far - excellent job! Expect more projects from us soon."

Sam
Remodeling + Additions Contractor
Sam

"The placement of the studs across all rooms was detailed perfectly. The demo plans and the early screenshot clarified everything! A huge thank you to this team - such reliable and good-hearted people!"

Chad
General Contractor
Chad

Ready to Add Bid Capacity Without Adding Headcount?

No long-term contracts required. Whether you need a full-time teammate, extra hands during busy season, or a single accurate takeoff to try us out — pick the option that fits where your business is right now.

Frequently asked questions

These sets of questionnaires and answers by experts can help get a better understanding of our cost estimation services, timeline & process.

Not at all. A dedicated estimator works as an extension of your existing team — handling takeoffs and pricing groundwork so your in-house staff can focus on strategy, relationships, and closing bids.

Full-Time gives you an estimator working exclusively with your team during full working hours. Part-Time offers consistent, scheduled support on a recurring basis. Project-Based is a one-off engagement for a single bid, with no ongoing commitment.

Yes — many clients start Project-Based to test the fit, then move to Part-Time or Full-Time as their needs grow. There’s no penalty for adjusting your engagement level over time.

Yes — we can match you with a dedicated estimator experienced specifically in your trade (concrete, electrical, HVAC, drywall, roofing, and more), so you’re not training someone generalist on your specifics.

Typically 20-45% depending on experience level and engagement type — and you avoid the overhead of salary, benefits, insurance, equipment, and software licenses.

No. You can engage on a project basis, or commit quarterly or annually if you want consistent support — whatever fits your bid pipeline.

Full-Time and Part-Time placements are typically ready within 24-72 hours. Project-Based takeoffs are delivered in 24-48 hours.

Schedule Free Consultation