Estimating Link
Create faster, more accurate estimates with Estimating Link, empowering your construction teams to streamline workflows and win more profitable bids.
Estimating Link is designed to help heavy civil construction contractors formulate estimates quickly and accurately, all while providing a sense of confidence and simplicity. Tailored specifically for this sector, it enhances the estimating process by streamlining workflows, automating tedious tasks, and consolidating project information. This allows teams to significantly reduce the time spent on estimates, avoid expensive mistakes, and submit bids that are more profitable. With Estimating Link, you can dedicate less time to calculations, steer clear of costly errors, and secure more lucrative projects.
What Is Estimating Link?
Estimating Link is a dedicated software solution crafted to enhance the estimating and bidding processes specifically for heavy civil construction projects. Developed by contractor Lance R. Ward, who had previously worked with the New York Department of Transportation (NY DOT) before founding TCLI, this software is rooted in extensive industry experience. Lance's vision was to create a user-friendly yet robust estimating tool, a goal he achieved when he launched his first software product in 1986. Since that time, TCLI has committed itself to producing powerful resources for the construction sector. Estimating Link embodies that practical knowledge and years of user feedback, providing contractors with a dependable platform to boost efficiency, accuracy, and profitability in their project estimates.
Key Features:
Task Reusability & Scalability: Utilize task data from templates or previous projects and adjust tasks according to project scale, guaranteeing consistent and effective bidding each time.
Subcontractor & Material Comparisons: Effortlessly assess subcontractor bids, materials, and rates to facilitate more informed choices.
Fuel Calculator: Automatically updates fuel requirements to accommodate fluctuating costs and resource demands.
Pipe Trench Calculator: Quickly and precisely estimate materials and costs for trenching associated with pipe installation, considering depth, width, and other critical factors.
Haul Calculator: Assess the time, equipment required, and costs for transporting materials to aid in logistics planning and budget optimization.
Revenue Management: Adjust revenue sources to account for quantity overruns or underruns, ensuring accuracy and profitability.
Error Checking & Bid Accuracy: Integrated error-checking features identify potential errors, helping you avoid expensive mistakes and ensuring your bids remain accurate.
DOT Integration: Integrates smoothly with Department of Transportation (DOT) electronic bidding systems for straightforward submission and compliance.
Multi-User Collaboration: Several estimators can collaborate on the same project simultaneously, enhancing team productivity.
Accounting & Project Management Integration: Directly export your information to accounting and project management systems, minimizing manual entry and streamlining project processes.
How Much Does Estimating Link Cost?
The pricing for Estimating Link is flexible and tailored to meet your business requirements. A free trial is also available after your demo, allowing you to experience its advantages before making a commitment.
Desktop Software: $199/mo*
Cloud-Hosted Software: $375/mo*
*Discounts available for annual payments. Users can request a comprehensive price analysis for Estimating Link to select a plan that best fits their business needs.
Disclaimer: Prices are subject to change.
Estimating Link Demo
TCLI offers an engaging demo to provide you with a personalized experience of Estimating Link. Discover how our software operates, explore essential features, and learn how it can optimize your estimating and bidding processes. Schedule a demo today to see Estimating Link in action.
Who Is Estimating Link For?
Estimating Link is tailored for construction firms of various sizes engaged in the heavy civil sector. Whether overseeing large infrastructure initiatives or managing smaller construction bids, our software scales according to your business demands. It is particularly beneficial for estimators, project managers, and any personnel involved in planning, bidding, and estimating tasks.
How Do I Get Started?
Starting with Estimating Link is straightforward! Arrange a demo to examine all our features without any obligation. Once you're prepared, our team will assist you through the setup and onboarding process to ensure you maximize the benefits of our software.
Contact us at info@softwareseekers.com for expert assistance regarding any additional inquiries.