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This leaves you with inadequate time to coordinate with subs, vendors & project owners
You miss out on new bid opportunities due to limited estimating bandwidth
Not enough time to refine estimates, scope better, and for value engineering
The AI-automated Construction Takeoff Software you've been waiting for
Beam AI helps contractors save 90% time spent on takeoffs with its automated construction takeoff software
Helping the best, bid competitively
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Save 90% time on takeoffs with Beam AI Construction Takeoff Software
How much time does your team spend on construction takeoffs?
Estimating teams spend 30-50% of the time during a typical bid cycle on construction takeoffs. This leaves you little time to focus on putting together a competitive bid which includes - coordinating with your vendor and customers, scoping the project in detail, refining estimates, and value engineering.
Even with the most popular on-screen takeoff software, estimating teams are forced to manually trace polygons and lines for hours on end to get accurate takeoffs. Takeoffs thus slow down your bid turnaround significantly.
Beam AI is the first-of-its-kind AI-based construction takeoff software that does the takeoffs for you. Our cloud-based takeoff software adds hours back to your calendar by automating the takeoffs for all trades, so that you don’t have to spend time taking off. Beam AI’s takeoffs are quality checked to ensure 99.5+% accuracy, so estimators can focus on building a competitive bid - instead of poring over plans manually taking off quantities.
AI is the future present of takeoffs
Your construction takeoff software keeps you away from your bids. And your customers.
You want to win. But how can you succeed when 30-50% of the time during a bid cycle is spent just on takeoffs?
Beam AI is the only absolutely-zero-manual-effort construction takeoff software
Set up a takeoff in 2 minutes. That’s all it takes!
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Upload your plan docs
on Beam AI
on Beam AI
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Type in your scope of work
and hit “Submit”
and hit “Submit”
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Beam AI generates the takeoff for you
You shouldn’t have to spend hours tracing and counting on your screen
Let Beam AI do all your takeoffs
Save 90% time on takeoffs with AI
All quantities - HVAC, plumbing, electrical, concrete, rebar, utility, finishes, earthwork and more - taken off for you with high accuracy
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Spend more time coordinating with your customer & subs
Focus on aligning your quote with customer requirements. Refine your estimates & scope better. Provide value engineering instead of taking off on screen
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Send out up to 30% more bids
Never turn down a bid opportunity again with auto-generated takeoffs. Throw in multiple jobs in parallel and always be the first-quote-out
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See what our customers have to say
From saving time on takeoffs to winning more bids, hear from our customers firsthand how we’re helping them succeed.
"Helped me win a multi-million $ bid"
Beam AI has helped me save at least 90% time on takeoffs. It's highly accurate - it helped me win a multi-million $ bid by a margin of a few thousand dollars. Now I'm able to focus on refining my estimates instead of spending hours on takeoffs. Kudos to Beam AI for the great product!
John C Meyer
Project Manager & Business Development Services, Legacy Companies, Inc
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"Beam AI allowing me to handle more projects efficiently"
I've had a fantastic experience using Beam AI! This tool has significantly cut down the time it takes me to prepare bids, allowing me to handle more projects efficiently. The accuracy of the takeoffs is remarkable, ensuring that my bids are competitive and precise. Additionally, the team at Beam AI is wonderful to work with; they are supportive and always willing to help. I highly recommend Beam AI to anyone looking to streamline their bidding process and improve accuracy.
Kelly Chamberlin
National Director, Sales & Marketing at Insulated Wall Holdings LLC DBA Wally Walls
"They take it to a level of art"
“Beam AI has proven to us that their AI is more than capable of handling the most complicated and detailed takeoffs beyond perfection... They take it to a level of art. The Takeoff presentation is so stunning I want to print out large scale reproductions to hang around the office so I can admire their architectural beauty all day long. We are BEAM believers!”
Bram Bessoff
ADG Services
"Beam AI's software enables me to prepare more bids than my competition"
"Using Beam AI's automated takeoff software has significantly improved our estimating process. It has allowed me to keep up with the 3 to 4 invitations I get a day. Beam AI's software enables me to prepare more bids than my competition, and I am the only one in my company preparing the estimations. The accuracy it provides has saved us a tremendous amount of time and effort. We have already begun to see our first successful bid with Beam - which we wouldn't have won without it. We appreciate the excellent service that Beam AI provides."
Philip Butler
Spalding Concrete Company
"Saves a lot of our time enhancing our productivity"
We’ve been using Beam AI’s takeoff software for a few months now, and we’re happy to use it over and over again because it helps share our workload and meet deadlines. Beam AI is reliable in terms of its accuracy and timeframes. It saves a lot of our time enhancing our productivity during busier working days. The software is very easy to use, and the initial training made it easy to get started. We highly recommend Beam AI!
Asmitha Sathyan
Jack Engineering
"Incredible accuracy and fast support—Beam AI never lets me down"
"Beam AI has been an absolute game-changer for my business. Their platform's auto-generated takeoffs are incredibly accurate, providing near flawless information every time. I rely on their data to ensure my bids are competitive, and they've never let me down. The one time I encountered an issue, their team responded immediately, resolving it in no time and ensuring my bid stayed on track. Their dedication to customer success is unmatched, and I couldn’t recommend them more!"
Steve Conley
Omnia Site Management
Bid competitively. Provide more value to your customers
Cutting edge Artificial Intelligence that helps you build competitive estimates
Bids move fast. Beam AI moves faster.
Cutting edge Artificial Intelligence that helps you build competitive estimates
Get addenda processed like hot cakes
With done-for-you takeoffs, there is no need to spend hours to see what changed. Just throw it all into Beam AI and let it auto-detect the quantity changes for you.
Get each every quantity - the way you want it
Beam AI is your junior that does all derivative calculations, including concrete cyd, rebar tons, sheet metal lbs, walls sqft, and much more.
Make all the adjustments you need with advanced editing toolbar
Once you get the takeoff back, review and make adjustments as you go. Tag and group quantities together, and ship them out to vendors/subs.
Export the takeoff in Excel, PDF & via shareable link
Export takeoffs in excel to build your estimates. Present high quality branded PDFs during customer presentations. Send takeoffs via a link.
The Best construction takeoff software for every business
Why Beam AI is the #1 Construction Takeoff Software
Beam AI
Other takeoff software
Collaboration within your team
Cloud-based software
100% done-for-you quantity takeoffs
Auto-detection of spec details and keyed notes
No need to read through 100s of sheets in the plan sets
Quality check on takeoffs before they get delivered back to you
Get multiple addenda taken off with auto-detected changes
Why Beam AI is the #1 takeoff software
Other takeoff softwares
Beam AI
Collaboration within you team
Cloud-based software
100% done-for-you quantity takeoffs
Auto-detection of spec details and keyed notes
No need to read through 100s of sheets in the plan sets
Quality check on takeoffs before they get delivered back to you
Get multiple addenda taken off with auto-detected changes
Book a Demo for Beam AI
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Frequently asked questions
What is Construction Takeoff Software?
Construction takeoff software is a tool that digitizes the process of quantifying materials needed for a construction project. It enables general contractors, estimators, and project managers to accurately measure, count, and list all necessary components from digital plan sets, streamlining the estimation and bidding process for greater efficiency and accuracy. It can be a manual or an automated software.
Can AI do construction takeoffs?
Yes, AI can perform construction takeoffs. AI-powered takeoff software, such as Beam AI, uses advanced algorithms to analyze plans, elevations and spec to automatically identify and quantify materials with high accuracy. This significantly reduces the time and effort required compared to manual methods, enhancing overall efficiency and precision in the takeoff process.
How to do a construction takeoff?
A construction takeoff involves reviewing project plans to identify and measure all the materials required for the project. This typically includes:
1. Examining architectural and engineering drawings.
2. Measuring quantities of materials such as concrete, rebar, steel, plumbing, and electrical components.
3. Listing these quantities in a detailed and organized format.
This comprehensive process ensures that all necessary materials are accounted for, facilitating accurate budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
With AI takeoff software, this process is completely automated, giving estimators more time to focus on other impactful tasks such as value engineering and coordinating with the clients.
What is the difference between a takeoff and an estimate?
A takeoff is the process of quantifying the materials needed for a construction project based on plans. An estimate, on the other hand, involves calculating the total cost of these materials and labor, often incorporating additional factors like labor rates, material costs, overhead, and profit margins. Essentially, a takeoff is the first step in creating an estimate, providing the necessary data to accurately forecast the project's overall cost
Who performs a takeoff for a construction project?
A takeoff is the process of quantifying the materials needed for a construction project based on plans. An estimate, on the other hand, involves calculating the total cost of these materials and labor, often incorporating additional factors like labor rates, material costs, overhead, and profit margins. Essentially, a takeoff is the first step in creating an estimate, providing the necessary data to accurately forecast the project's overall cost
What is included in a construction takeoff?
A construction takeoff includes all the materials required to complete a project. This typically covers:
1. Quantities of materials such as concrete, steel, lumber, piping, wiring, and fixtures.
2. Any additional resources or equipment necessary for the project.
By accurately quantifying these elements, the takeoff ensures that all necessary materials and resources are accounted for, facilitating effective project planning and execution.
Why does my construction company need takeoff software?
Takeoff software offers numerous benefits for construction companies, including:
Significant time savings: Compared to manual takeoff methods, automated software drastically reduces the time needed to complete takeoffs.
Improved efficiency: Streamlines the process of creating estimates and bids, making it faster and more accurate.
Enhanced collaboration: Allows stakeholders to share the takeoff easily, promoting better communication and teamwork.
Reduced risk of errors: Minimizes the chances of mistakes and omissions, ensuring more reliable and accurate takeoffs.
Is the Beam AI construction takeoff software right for me?
Beam AI's takeoff software is ideal for estimators and project managers looking to save time on takeoffs and increase productivity. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Beam AI automates the takeoff process, ensuring precision and speed. Each takeoff undergoes a thorough quality assurance review to ensure accuracy and alignment with the specific scope of work. Beam AI can help you maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance your project management capabilities. For a personalized demo and to see how Beam AI can benefit your specific needs, contact us here.
