Construction Estimating Services
Delivering accurate takeoffs and estimates that protect your bottom line.
Why Outsource Estimating?
In today’s competitive construction market, accurate estimates are critical for winning bids and protecting profit margins. Many U.S. contractors choose to outsource quantity takeoffs and cost estimates to specialists to save time, reduce overhead, and ensure precision.
At VZS Projects, we provide reliable, third-party estimating support that helps both contractors and owners make smarter financial decisions before and during construction.
Scope of Services
We prepare material takeoffs and cost estimates for:
Residential projects – from single-family homes to multi-unit developments.
Commercial projects – including retail, office, and hospitality buildings.
Industrial projects – such as plants, warehouses, and infrastructure.
Turnaround Time
We understand that estimates are often needed quickly to meet bid deadlines. That’s why we offer realistic turnaround times of 3–5 business days, balancing speed with the accuracy your project requires.
Methodologies & Software
Our estimating professionals follow the standards of the American Association of Cost Engineers (AACE) and the American Estimators Organization. We use industry-leading software and databases, including:
Planswift and Bluebeam for digital takeoffs.
Trimble, Quest Estimating, and CostWorks for cost databases.
RS Means for U.S. benchmark pricing.
Xactimate, FastPIPE, and FastDUCT for specialized trades.
5D BIM integration when projects require model-based estimating.
Deliverables
Every estimate we deliver is detailed, transparent, and easy to use, including:
Itemized takeoff spreadsheets (labor, materials, equipment).
Unit cost breakdowns by trade and scope.
Optional BIM-integrated estimates (5D) to align with design models.
Clear assumptions and exclusions to support accurate decision-making.
Benefits for Your Project
Win more bids with accurate and competitive estimates.
Validate budgets with independent third-party checks.
Save time for your team by outsourcing repetitive, time-intensive tasks.
Reduce financial risk through transparent and well-documented estimates.