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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
Time-consuming takeoffs limited the number of bids that could be sent out, forcing the team to skip high-potential projects
Manually reviewing spec sheets, keyed notes, and plan updates made it easy to miss details
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.
