Design Estimation is a Texas-based construction estimating and design services company helping general contractors, subcontractors, developers, and construction professionals make more confident bidding and project decisions.

The company provides professional construction cost estimating, material takeoffs, quantity takeoffs, CAD drafting, BIM modeling, MEP estimating, project scheduling, and preconstruction support. Its services cover a wide range of construction trades and project requirements, from residential projects to large commercial developments.

Design Estimation uses industry-standard tools and digital workflows, including PlanSwift, Bluebeam Revu, Autodesk Revit, Primavera P6, and Excel, to prepare detailed and bid-ready project deliverables. Its estimating services include CSI MasterFormat-based quantity takeoffs, material and labor cost breakdowns, location-based pricing, and bid preparation.

The company also provides specialized services for concrete, masonry, drywall, framing, roofing, structural steel, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, demolition, earthwork, and other construction scopes. CAD and BIM capabilities include permit drawings, shop drawings, as-built drawings, PDF-to-CAD conversion, and 3D modeling.

Design Estimation serves clients across the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, and Australia, with a strong focus on supporting US contractors with location-calibrated construction pricing and fast bid turnaround.

With a focus on accuracy, technology, responsiveness, and practical construction experience, Design Estimation helps clients reduce estimating errors, save preparation time, improve bid competitiveness, and better manage project costs.

Core Services:

Construction Cost Estimating
Material & Quantity Takeoffs
MEP Estimating
Electrical Estimating
Concrete & Masonry Estimating
Structural Steel Estimating
Roofing & Finishes Takeoffs
CAD Drafting
BIM Modeling
Shop Drawings
Permit & As-Built Drawings
Construction Scheduling
Bid Management
Preconstruction Support
Constructability Reviews
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Head Office: Austin, Texas, USA
Website: Design Estimation
Service Coverage: USA, Canada, UK, and Australia