Preconstruction and Estimating Guides
Preconstruction and estimating guides for GCs: a bid day checklist, a framework for estimating with AI, and how to get more complete subcontractor bids.
Markup and Margin Calculator for Subcontractor Bids
Markup is profit over cost; margin is profit over the sell price. A 10% markup on a sub bid is a 9.09% margin. Convert either way and price the bid.
Construction Bid Day Checklist for General Contractors
A bid day checklist for general contractors: bidder coverage, addenda, scope review, bid leveling, plugs, and final numbers, from the week before to submission.
Why Subcontractors Hate Your Bid Platform (and What to Do)
Why subcontractors avoid GC bid platforms on bid day, and practical ways general contractors can get more complete bids without forcing another portal.