Case study

Saving 40+ Hours Per Takeoff & Boosting Estimating Efficiency with Beam AI
Find out how Beam AI helped Building Preservation Material Technologies (BPMT) streamline estimating workflow and increase the number of bids sent per week.


About Building Preservation Material Technologies (BPMT)
Building Preservation Material Technologies (BPMT) is a specialty contractor dedicated to structural repairs, structural retrofits, and preservation solutions. With expertise in commercial, private, and historical building projects, BPMT delivers innovative repair and protection services that extend the life of structures while maintaining their integrity.
Key wins
Saved 40+ man-hours per takeoff: This helped engineers focus on cost analysis.
Accelerate estimating workflows: This allowed engineers to send more bids weekly.
Expanded project backlog: Minimized downtime and improved cash flow.
Boosted team collaboration: This led the team to access and share takeoff data easily.
Challenges
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40+ hours were spent on doing takeoffs for each estimate.
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Engineers took off time from their busy schedules to do takeoffs and relied on manual counting and marking, using printed sheets, site visits, and traditional takeoff methods.
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Specialty repair estimates demand accuracy, and overlooked details lead to costly errors.
Business impact
While BPMT’s win rate remains stable, they now submit more bids, expanding their reach and pipeline value.
A faster, more efficient takeoff process ensures precise cost estimates.
By building a larger backlog, BPMT secures business continuity and maintains a steady cash flow.