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.
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.
Multi-Trade Support for a Silicon Valley Development Firm
Industry: Real Estate Development | Location: Silicon Valley, CA | Engagement: Part-Time Remote Estimator
The challenge: A Silicon Valley firm building custom luxury residences, with over $100 million in development projects under management, needed reliable takeoff support to keep up with their bidding and procurement timeline.
What we did: We provided a dedicated part-time remote estimator who works alongside their in-house team, delivering complete project takeoffs across all CSI divisions, plus rough concrete and drywall takeoffs.
The result?
- 18 to 20 complete project takeoffs delivered
- Coverage across every CSI division on a single project
- Ongoing support when they need it, averaging about one project a month
- Their in-house team stays focused on project management and procurement decisions
Faster Bid Submissions for a Landscape Contractor
Industry: Landscape Contracting | Software: PlanSwift and Bluebeam | Engagement: Part-Time Remote Estimator
The challenge: A landscape contractor had tight bid deadlines, and their in-house team couldn’t keep up with the takeoffs.
What we did: A dedicated part-time remote estimator now supports their team every month. Our estimator prepares the takeoffs for landscape, hardscape and irrigation, and checks every item’s price in a vendor portal before the bid goes out.
The result?
- About 7 bids a month supported
- 24 to 48 hour turnaround on each bid
- Every item priced against a vendor portal, so supplier costs are verified
- Bids submitted on time, without last-minute scrambling
Contractor's Success Story
Industry: Subcontracting | Location: Chicago, IL | Engagement: Part-Time Estimating Support
The challenge: A Chicago-based subcontractor had an in-house estimating team, but tight bid deadlines meant they could take on only a limited number of bids each year.
What we did: We placed a dedicated remote estimator with them part-time, handling the takeoffs so their in-house team could stay focused on pricing and submitting bids.
The result?
- 5 to 7 projects a month now supported, up from a limited number of bids a year
- 2 to 3 day turnaround on takeoffs and estimates
- Their in-house team spends its time on pricing and winning work
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.
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.
Submit Your Request
We Onboard a Candidate
Approve & Sign
Your Estimator Starts Working
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.
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"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."
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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.
