Case study

Cut Takeoff Time by 50% and Increased Bid Capacity by >2x with Beam AI
Learn how Tactical Construction Inc. boosted bid capacity by >2x and cut takeoff time in half with automated takeoffs.


About Tactical Construction Inc.
Tactical Construction is a veteran-owned general contracting firm focused on high-quality residential and commercial construction services. With a disciplined, mission-driven approach, the team handles various projects—from ground-up builds to complex renovations—across the U.S.
Key wins
Increased bid capacity by 2x: Automated takeoffs helped the team go from 1-2 to 4-5 bids, without increasing headcount
50% time savings: Tactical Construction redirected estimator focus on business strategy, inventory management, and purchasing
Higher accuracy: Auto-detection of spec details and notes made bids more accurate and competitive
Increased bid wins: The team could pursue larger opportunities, like a $470K project they recently secured, and improve turnaround confidence
Challenges
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Manual takeoffs with Procore consumed 50% of estimator time, pulling focus away from other high-value work
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Time-consuming takeoffs limited the number of bids that could be sent out, forcing the team to skip high-potential projects
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Manually reviewing spec sheets, keyed notes, and plan updates made it easy to miss details
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As bid timelines tightened and manual takeoffs took longer, the team struggled to respond to bids competitively
Business impact
Doubled bidding capacity without growing the team
Cut takeoff time by 50%, freeing up capacity for higher-value work
Faster, more accurate bids helped win larger projects and boost revenue.