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Estimating Link

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What is Estimating Link?

Estimating Link (formerly the CLIWin Estimating System) is a construction and estimation software offering from The Construction Link, Inc.

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Pricing

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Entry-level set up fee?

  • Setup fee required

Offerings

  • Free Trial
  • Free/Freemium Version
  • Premium Consulting/Integration Services

Starting price (does not include set up fee)

  • $1,995 per year per user
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Product Details

What is Estimating Link?

Estimating Link software is designed specifically for heavy civil construction estimating and bidding.

Estimating Link allows users to create project items, add resource rates like labor and equipment, and scale tasks to amount of hours or days it takes to complete. This software offers time saving features like crew building, rate libraries, subcontractor/material rate comparisons , a fuel calculator, pipe trench calculator, bond calculation table, overhead calculation table, and copy/import features for quick bid creation. Our unique check bid feature warns you of possible human errors, and the program will report potential pitfalls and oversights. It also give you the ability to move revenue sources in order to take advantage of quantity overruns or underruns.

Estimating Link integrates with all major accounting systems, job costing systems, state DOT electronic bidding systems , on-screen take off systems, and project management systems. Multi-user functionality enables multiple estimators to access the same project simultaneously.

Your software purchase always includes customer phone and email support, knowledge articles, and ongoing training.

Estimating Link Features

Estimating Features

  • Supported: Job costing
  • Supported: Cost databases
  • Supported: Cost calculator
  • Supported: Bid creation

Reporting & Analytics Features

  • Supported: Standard reports
  • Supported: Data exportability

Estimating Link Screenshots

Screenshot of The bid sheet is where you start and end your bid.  Lists your Items with Unit and Total Costs for each Item, Markup, and Item Spread.  See your total Bid Price, along with alternates highlighted in color.Screenshot of The Item sheet is where you build each item with labor, equipment, rental, material, and subcontractor resources.  Add your production in days or hours to determine overall item cost.  Visible resource breakdown by unit and total is listed to the side.Screenshot of The Rate Library is used to add resources to your items.  By simply toggling between your resources within your Rate Library, simply double click a resource to add it to your item.  Rate Libraries are customized to your business.Screenshot of Develop a professional proposal for your customer.  Be as detailed as you want with customizable letterheads.  More then 7 Proposal Templates to choose from - detailed itemization or lump sum.  Include Totals, Project Inclusions/Exclusions, and a Signature Line.

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Estimating Link Technical Details

Deployment TypesSoftware as a Service (SaaS), Cloud, or Web-Based
Operating SystemsUnspecified
Mobile ApplicationNo
Supported CountriesUSA, Canada
Supported LanguagesEnglish

Frequently Asked Questions

Estimating Link (formerly the CLIWin Estimating System) is a construction and estimation software offering from The Construction Link, Inc.

Estimating Link starts at $1995.

HCSS, B2W Estimate, and SharpeSoft Estimator are common alternatives for Estimating Link.
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Estimating Link has proven to be a valuable tool for users in the construction industry, solving key business problems and streamlining their operations. Users have found that the software saves them precious time and increases their capacity to take on more work, ultimately contributing to the growth of their businesses. By providing a quick and accurate way to create estimates, Estimating Link enables users to respond to client inquiries more intelligently and present different options efficiently. This not only enhances client satisfaction but also helps users secure more projects.

Accuracy and consistency are crucial in the estimating process, and Estimating Link addresses these challenges effectively. Users appreciate the software's ability to modify estimates based on job conditions, ensuring consistent profitability across various projects. The subcontract material comparisons feature is particularly helpful during the bidding process, allowing users to safeguard ideas and considerations for each proposal. By eliminating potential errors that can occur when estimating on spreadsheets or with manual methods, Estimating Link provides peace of mind and instills confidence in its users.

Another key benefit of Estimating Link is its comprehensive database of estimates, which allows users to easily access and review past estimates. Users value having all their estimates in one place, enabling them to analyze, compare, and track their progress over time. The software's user-friendly interface makes it simple for anyone familiar with working in Excel to use it effectively. Additionally, integration with accounting and scheduling software further enhances the efficiency of users' operations.

Technical support is highly praised by users, with prompt issue resolution by knowledgeable staff who genuinely care about their clients' success. Most technical issues are resolved within a few hours, ensuring minimal disruptions to users' workflow. Updates with permanent fixes are also regularly provided within a couple of business days, ensuring that users have access to an optimized and up-to-date system.

Overall, Estimating Link proves invaluable in solving critical business problems for construction professionals by saving time, increasing capacity for work, improving accuracy in estimates, providing a comprehensive database for analysis and review, and delivering prompt technical support.

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