ConQuest
Construction Estimating Software
Construction estimating software trusted by over 1,000 UK construction businesses helps you quickly build accurate estimates, simplify tendering, and boost your bid-to-win ratio.
Dramatically cut estimating times, work collaboratively and win more work with Access ConQuest.
The most trusted and easy-to-use estimating software on the market
Industry-leading construction estimating software
Build accurate construction estimates - fast - Comprehensive estimating software designed to generate accurate BoQs 70% faster than spreadsheets, including a cost library of over 10 million items.
Subcontractor bid management - Build and send custom trade packages to subcontractors and suppliers, track activity and compare bids as they come through – all on one system.
Advanced analytical estimating - Price even the most complex projects and switch effortlessly between first principles and trade pricing as required. Generate a huge range of reports at the click of a button.
On-screen takeoff - Integrated 2D and 3D takeoff enables users to extract key measurements and quantities from PDFs, CAD files, BIM models and more in seconds.
Why choose our construction estimating software to grow your business?
- Streamline your estimating process
Takeoff, estimating, tendering, quote comparison and valuations in one comprehensive solution
- Boost your bid-to-win ratio
20% of estimating time is lost on rework. Our solution eliminates human error, allows for fast edits for scope changes and builds competitive bids
- Maximise project margins
Save time, win more business and cut risk with quick and professional estimates
- Protect your – and your clients’ - data
Host all of your projects securely on the Cloud with advanced permissions, avoiding data loss and cybersecurity threats
- Work collaboratively
Easily share your projects across your estimating and bidding teams for a speedy and collaborative estimating workflow
Access construction estimating software - key features
Construction estimating software built for your construction business.
Build accurate estimates 70% faster than spreadsheets
Import any existing BOQ in any format or build one from scratch. Switch easily between elemental and trade pricing and dramatically reduce your estimating time.
On Screen Take-off
Extract measurements from PDFs, CAD files and BIM models in seconds with integrated 2D and 3D takeoff.
Library of over 10 million customisable items
Every item can be modified to suit your project needs - labour rates, material costs, constants and outputs.
Analytical Estimating
Even the most complex projects can easily be priced using a wide range of pricing techniques – switch effortlessly between first principles and trade pricing as required.
Manage subcontractor bids with online enquiries
Streamline your enquiries - generate trade bills and subcontractor packages within the system, store securely in the cloud and send notification emails to prospectives. Live tracking lets users see who intends to quote.
Quote comparisons
Quickly compare subcontractor and supplier quotes. Rank quotes, select your chosen supplier and automatically update your bill.
Valuations
Easily create internal and external valuations. Items can be remeasured by value, quantity, takeoff or percentage complete. Gain a clear overview of budget vs actual vs claimed from the client.
Reporting
Generate a huge range of reports at the click of a button, including detailed materials requirements, job resources with labour/plant/material split by bill item, tender summary and adjudication reports and CVR (cost value reconciliation).
Cloud Hosting
Access ConQuest provides a secure and reliable hosted environment. Never lose your data, work collaboratively and remotely.
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Wates Construction transforms their preconstruction process with Access ConQuest
Wates Construction chose to partner with Access ConQuest to save significant time, money and resource across preconstruction operations.
"Teams that we felt were going to take a lot of prying away from their old spreadsheets and manual processes are already embracing the system because it's easy to use; because it makes life easier for them to get to their answer quickly and efficiently."
- Steff Battle, MD, Wates Construction
It is brilliant… I can't praise the system enough in terms of how quick it is and how it has helped boost productivity
Access ConQuest saves us about three days’ worth of time per tender, which can then be used in tasks that are more worthwhile to the business.”
I use Access ConQuest pretty much every day. If I ever tried to do a bid on Excel again, I couldn't—it would drive me mad.
Who we serve
Our flexible construction estimating software is trusted by a wide range of construction sectors.
Main contractors
Trusted by construction contractors across all tiers.
Subcontractors
Helping subcontractors, including groundworks, drylining and concrete frame experts, win more bids.
Commercial fit-out
Fit-out and refurbishment contractors choose Access ConQuest for its flexibility and ability to add custom items.
Civil construction
Access ConQuest allows civil engineering and groundworks firms to build complex composite items.
Home builders
Includes estimate templates for a range of specific house types.
Freelance estimators
Our software is suitable for firms working on commercial construction projects from hotels to gyms, including builds and fit-outs. Create accurate commercial estimates quickly.
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Construction estimating software FAQs
What is construction estimating software?
Construction estimating software is a cloud-hosted technology developed specifically to help construction estimators create detailed and accurate cost estimates for project bids. Construction estimating software will generate BOQs faster and more accurately than manual methods and Excel spreadsheets.
Estimating software can range from basic estimate templates through to feature-rich solutions built to handle complex builds across multiple teams.
Some solutions are also built for specific trades such as M&E with specialised materials libraries and templates.
How much does construction estimating software cost?
The cost of estimating software will vary depending elements such as how many features the software has and how many users need to have access to the system.
The construction estimating software market has a huge range of pricing and package options that reflect the variety of businesses and budgets found within the sector – from small builders to tier-one enterprises.
Learn more about Access ConQuest pricing by requesting a quote and one of our construction technology experts will be in touch to discuss your specific requirements.
What are the benefits of construction estimating software?
Benefits of construction estimating software include:
- Increased accuracy of estimates
- Faster estimates
- Reduced costs
- Increased collaboration
- Fewer human errors that lead to miscalculations
- Improved client relationships
- Better cashflow visibility and control
- Enhanced preconstruction planning
What is job pricing software in construction?
Job pricing software is a type of software that is used in the construction industry to help contractors and construction companies estimate the cost of a project and determine a fair and accurate price to bid on the job.
This type of software typically includes features such as the ability to input project specifications and details, access to cost databases and pricing information, and tools for calculating labour, material, and other costs associated with the project.
Job pricing software can help contractors and construction companies to quickly and accurately estimate the cost of a project, and to create detailed and comprehensive bid proposals that accurately reflect the cost of the work.
This can help to ensure that contractors are able to submit competitive and profitable bids on construction projects.
What types of construction projects can estimating software be used for?
Leading contractor estimating software supports a wide range of projects, including commercial construction estimating software for large-scale developments, groundworks estimating software for site preparation and excavation, and residential construction estimating software for home building projects. It also includes estimating software for civil engineering, helping contractors manage infrastructure projects with greater accuracy and efficiency.
How does construction estimating software improve project accuracy?
By automating data entry and calculations, construction estimating software reduces human errors, ensures consistency, and provides real-time updates on material costs and labor rates, leading to more precise estimates.
