Who We Are · Est. 2009

The Team
Behind Your
Winning Bids.

CES is a professional construction cost estimating firm that has helped thousands of contractors, developers, and builders across all 50 US states win more work, protect their margins, and grow their businesses for over 15 years.

15+ Years
AACE Certified
CSI-Compliant
All 50 States
NDA Protected
15+ Years Experience
All 50 US States
AACE Certified
CSI-Compliant
24–48h Delivery
NDA Protected
From $200
500+ Projects
15+ Years Experience
All 50 US States
AACE Certified
CSI-Compliant
24–48h Delivery
NDA Protected
From $200
500+ Projects
15+
Years in Business
500+
Projects Delivered
50
States Covered
48h
Max Turnaround
Our Mission

Accuracy That
Protects Your
Margin.

At CES, we exist for one reason to give contractors the estimating firepower they need to bid smarter, win more, and build profitably. We have been doing this since 2009 and we are better at it today than we have ever been.

Every estimate we deliver is built from your actual project drawings, priced with RSMeans zip-code specific data, and reviewed by a senior estimator before it reaches your inbox. We do not cut corners. We do not use templates. Every estimate is built from scratch for your specific project at your specific location.

Our team serves general contractors, electrical and plumbing subcontractors, MEP firms, developers, design-build teams, and owners across every US state. From a small residential remodel in Wyoming to a multi-million dollar industrial complex in Texas we estimate it all with the same commitment to precision.

CES Professional Estimating Team
15+
Years of Excellence
24–48h Guaranteed
We work across time zones. Most estimates are delivered within 24 hours rush delivery available for urgent bid deadlines at no last-minute surprises.
NDA Before We Start
Every project starts with a signed Non-Disclosure Agreement. Your blueprints, bid strategies, and project data are never shared with any third party ever.
Zip-Code Accuracy
RSMeans location-based pricing for every project. Your estimate reflects actual labor and material costs where your project is being built not national averages.
Unlimited Revisions
Scope changes, addenda, value engineering we revise until the estimate accurately reflects your current project. No additional charges. No questions asked.
Fixed Price Always
We quote a fixed price before starting every estimate. No hourly billing. No open-ended commitments. You know exactly what you will pay before we touch your plans.
CSI-Compliant Output
Every estimate follows AACE and ASPE professional standards with CSI MasterFormat organization formatted for immediate use in bid submissions, lender reports, and owner packages.
Our Approach

How We Build
Every Estimate

We do not guess. We do not average. Every CES estimate is built from a precise digital takeoff of your specific project drawings, priced against verified local market data, and reviewed before delivery.

01
Digital Takeoff
Our estimators use Planswift and Bluebeam to digitally measure every element of your project from your drawings. Nothing is approximated. Everything is counted and measured.
02
Local Market Pricing
RSMeans cost data calibrated to your specific project zip code. Labor rates, material costs, and equipment pricing all reflect your actual market not a national average.
03
CSI Organization
Your estimate is organized by CSI MasterFormat divisions structured for immediate use in GC bid packages, subcontractor proposals, owner presentations, and lender submissions.
04
Senior Review
Every estimate goes through a two-stage quality review before delivery estimating team checks accuracy and completeness, then a senior estimator reviews the final numbers.
Software We Use
Planswift
Digital Takeoff
Bluebeam
PDF Takeoff
RSMeans
Cost Data
Xactimate
Insurance Claims
Standards We Follow
AACE
AACE International
Cost Engineering Standards
ASPE
ASPE Standards
Professional Estimating
CSI
CSI MasterFormat
Division-Based Organization
RICS
RICS Guidelines
Quantity Surveying
CES Clients - Contractors and Developers
Our Clients

Built for
Contractors
Who Win.

From small subcontractors submitting their first commercial bid to multi-state general contractors managing dozens of projects CES provides the estimating support that helps every level of contractor compete and win.

GC
General Contractors
Full-scope estimates for residential, commercial, and industrial projects
SC
Subcontractors
Trade-specific takeoffs for electrical, plumbing, MEP, drywall, and more
DE
Developers
Lender-ready cost reports and feasibility estimates for new development
AR
Architects & Engineers
Design-stage estimates and value engineering at every milestone
OW
Owners & Investors
Independent cost verification and budget analysis for construction projects
IN
Insurance & Restoration
Xactimate estimates for fire, water, storm, and property damage claims
FAQ

Frequently Asked
Questions

How long has CES been in business?+
CES has been providing professional construction estimating services since 2009 over 15 years of experience serving contractors and developers across all 50 US states. Our team has grown alongside the construction industry and continues to invest in the latest estimating technology and cost data.
Where is CES located?+
CES operates as a remote-first estimating firm, allowing us to serve contractors in all 50 US states without geographic limitations. Our estimators work across time zones to meet your bid deadlines regardless of where your project is located. All communication is handled via email, WhatsApp, and phone.
Are your estimators certified?+
Yes. Our estimating team follows AACE International and ASPE professional standards. We use RSMeans cost data, CSI MasterFormat organization, and industry-standard software including Planswift, Bluebeam, and Xactimate. Every estimate undergoes a senior-level quality review before delivery.
What trades do you cover?+
CES covers all CSI MasterFormat divisions structural, architectural, MEP, civil, sitework, and specialty. We estimate concrete, masonry, drywall, flooring, roofing, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, ductwork, piping, earthwork, landscaping, and more. We also provide insurance damage estimates using Xactimate for fire, water, and storm claims.
Do you sign NDAs?+
Yes, every time. We sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement before reviewing any project plans. Your blueprints, bid strategies, project data, and client information are never shared with any third party under any circumstances. Confidentiality is a non-negotiable commitment at CES.
How do I get started?+
Simply send your project drawings to us via WhatsApp at +1 540 578 7926 or by email at info@constructionestimatingservices.us. Include your project location, bid deadline, and any specific requirements. We will review your scope and send a fixed-price quote within 2 to 4 hours. No commitment required.
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Submit your plans today and receive a complete, CSI-compliant construction estimate within 24–48 hours. Fixed pricing. NDA protected. Numbers you can bid on with confidence anywhere in the US.

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