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Trades

What we cover

Quantity takeoffs, trade-wise estimates, and budget support from core scope through MEP—structured for tendering and procurement. Practices aligned with Australia, the USA, Canada, and the UK.

How we deliver →

Core estimation

Foundation

We measure quantities from drawings with industry-standard tools and align pricing to market conditions and trade-based tender workflows. For a full walkthrough of core estimating—components, methods, risk, and best practices—see our guide.

Core estimating: complete guide →

We also combine human expertise with AI-assisted workflows for takeoffs, cost prediction, and bid support—without replacing estimator judgment.

How we use AI in estimating: complete guide →

Civil works

Site & demolition

Demolition

Selective and full demolition QTO including areas, volumes, waste streams, and protection allowances, supported by labor, equipment, and disposal cost rates.

Demolition in construction: complete guide →

Site development

Paving, curbs, grading, and on-site civil works integrated with earthworks and utilities, structured for site tenders and developer cost plans.

Structural works

Concrete & masonry

Concrete

Foundations, slabs, walls, and structural concrete including reinforcement and formwork takeoffs aligned with structural documentation.

Masonry

Brick, block, and stone quantities including mortar, ties, and reinforcement with trade-wise pricing for easy reconciliation.

Finishes

Interior & exterior

Interior & exterior finishes

Quantification of linings, coatings, and floor/wall systems to support tender clarity, procurement efficiency, and cost control.

Ceiling & wall linings

Plasterboard, fibre cement, acoustic, and specialty linings including framing, insulation, and access provisions.

Flooring

Carpet, resilient, timber, hybrid, and screed-related works including preparation and transitions aligned with finish schedules.

Tiling

Floor and wall tiling including trims, waterproofing, and adhesive systems, itemized for wet areas and feature zones.

Painting

Surface quantities by substrate and coating systems including primers, finishes, and access factors.

Furnishings

Loose and fixed furniture, joinery units, and fit-off scope derived from schedules and room data with traceable cost assumptions.

Building envelope

Weathering & enclosure

Roofing

Roof areas, pitches, sheet and membrane systems, insulation, flashings, and accessories prepared for supplier pricing and contractor review.

MEP services

Mechanical, electrical & plumbing

MEP (general)

Integrated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing estimating including ductwork, cabling, and piping runs aligned with global construction practices.

HVAC & mechanical

Ductwork, equipment, and air distribution systems with cost build-ups covering supply, installation, and commissioning.

Electrical

Lighting, power, cable tray, and distribution systems with itemized pricing for tendering and value engineering.

Plumbing & fire protection

Piping systems, fixtures, and fire protection scope including sprinkler and fire-stopping elements formatted for subcontractor pricing.

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