Once your construction drawings are finalized, our commercial pre-construction estimates become invaluable in ensuring that your pricing aligns with market value. We provide comprehensive estimates that empower you to negotiate and compare pricing effectively. Our expertise and historical data enable us to identify areas where cost optimization is possible, allowing you to make informed decisions and avoid costly redesigns.

Preliminary Commercial Cost Estimates
With our extensive experience in estimating projects worth millions of dollars, we possess the expertise and historical data to prepare reliable preliminary cost estimates at the early stages of project planning. Our detailed pricing assessments provide valuable insights for making informed decisions and securing financing from lenders or investors.

Pre-Construction Final Commercial Estimates and Budgets
Once your construction drawings are finalized, our commercial pre-construction estimates serve as a crucial tool for ensuring that pricing aligns with market value. Our detailed estimates enable effective negotiation and comparison of bids and help identify any aspects of the project that require redesigning before it’s too late. Trust Plan Estimates to help you confidently navigate your project’s final stages.

Lenders and investors generally require accurate cost estimates to ensure the success of larger projects. That’s where Plan Estimates collaborates closely with commercial architects and designers, providing detailed and realistic cost predictions to minimize the risk associated with investing in construction pursuits. Our accurate budgeting and value engineering help you achieve successful commercial projects.

Schematic Design-Phase Estimates
Our estimating team works closely with architects and designers to prepare accurate estimates during the design development’s early, middle, and final stages. By evaluating different design alternatives and their additional costs, we ensure that your project aligns with your client’s budget without compromising quality. This collaborative approach minimizes the need for costly revisions and helps you deliver exceptional spaces.

Budget Creation
During the transition to the Construction Administration phase, it is crucial to have realistic budgets in place. Plan Estimates assist commercial architects and designers in creating comprehensive budgets that hold contractors accountable. With our support, you can confidently manage costs and ensure the successful completion of your projects.

Value Engineering
We understand the delicate balance between creating remarkable commercial spaces and managing costs. Our value engineering expertise allows us to help you optimize project expenses without compromising the overall design integrity. Let us guide you through the value engineering process, ensuring your project achieves the perfect balance of excellence and cost efficiency.

Plan Estimates is dedicated to supporting design-build firms responsible for the design and construction phases of commercial projects. We understand your unique challenges in managing costs and ensuring project success under a single contract.

Early Stage Design-Build Estimates
Our design-build estimates play a critical role in helping project owners make informed decisions during the early stages, typically when designs are around 50% complete. By providing comprehensive cost assessments, including architectural, engineering, mechanical design, drafting service charges, subcontractor fees, labor costs, material costs, equipment costs, and more, we empower owners to make crucial decisions confidently.

Cost Management
Cost plan and management is vital to the success of any design-build project. Plan Estimates offers meticulous cost analysis and control throughout all project phases, ensuring expenses remain within budgetary constraints. Our expertise in cost estimation, value engineering, and procurement helps you optimize costs while maintaining project quality.

Change Order Management
Change orders are an inevitable part of the construction process. Our team excels in change order management, ensuring that any modifications to the original plans are accurately assessed and the cost implications are thoroughly evaluated. With our expertise, you can efficiently navigate change orders, minimizing disruptions and maintaining project profitability.

Project Scheduling
Efficient project scheduling is crucial to meeting project timelines and maximizing productivity. Plan Estimates provides comprehensive project scheduling services that align with your design-build approach. Our team works closely with you to develop realistic timelines, ensuring smooth coordination between design and construction activities and ultimately delivering projects on time.

Legal Claims Support
In the unfortunate event of legal disputes, our commercial construction estimating services extend to providing support for legal claims. We offer detailed documentation, cost analysis, and expert insights to help substantiate your claims and protect your interests. Trust us to provide accurate and reliable information to support your legal case.