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What does a construction cost estimator do?
A construction cost estimator devises the cost analysis for construction projects. This may be a team or individual dedicated to factoring in labour, material and other costs into a construction project. In the past, they would have gone over drawings and plans from...
Why do builders need to use a building estimator?
A building estimator provides cost, material and labour estimates so projects can be better organised.Construction projects no matter how big or small are affected by a wide range of variables. From material scarcity to bad weather, labour issues and overruns, there...
Discover how on-screen take-off software will help you optimize your business
Construction take-offs are vital to a company’s ability to make accurate bids, develop cost analysis, plan for projects and highlight spending and purchasing needs. Traditional pen and paper take-offs require a significant amount of time. The handling and processing...
What is quantity takeoff software and how can it help estimate faster?
Quantity takeoff software is the primary method used to generate estimates on construction materials and labour. The faster and more accurate estimates are, the greater the chance you can win bids and keep projects within budget. Whether you are working on a single...
MudShark Mid-year Update
What’s been in the works We thought it was about time to update you all on what we’ve been working on behind the scenes. The pandemic impacted us all in different ways, however, the Brightbox Software team have been hard at work improving MudShark and helping our...
How to choose the best construction estimating software?
Most if not all construction companies have adopted the use of construction estimating software. Construction estimating software is designed to speed up the estimating and bidding process while providing more accurate results. This helps to minimise overspend and...
Cubit Estimating Release: Delivering a range of improvements to enhance your work
The latest release of Cubit Estimating is now available. Cubit Estimating version 2022.1 aims to deliver a better experience when using the software. Improved Multi-User Collaborative Workflows with Auto-Lock for Trades Shared Job Access was added as a new feature...
Who Uses Cubit?
Cubit software is used by construction industry professionals who want to save time and money. Cubit software provides detailed estimates for construction projects you are undertaking. By using powerful software, your construction company can drastically improve the...