Plan takeoff software for construction estimators

Outdated plan takeoff software is costing you time, bid volume, and revenue potential

Outdated plan takeoff software is costing you time, bid volume, and revenue potential

Bid-ready outputs, 90% time savings, and the ability to bid on 2X more jobs. All made possible with Beam AI - fully automated, AI-based plan takeoff software.

Bid-ready outputs, 90% time savings, and the ability to bid on 2X more jobs. All made possible with Beam AI - fully automated, AI-based plan takeoff software.

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Bommarito Construction

Increased revenue by $1M within 6 months

Desert Rat Welding

Reduced 80% Time on Takeoffs

Ray Stairs Steel Company

2X revenue growth - $900K to $2M

Legacy Comapnies INC

Doubled Revenue from $6M to $12M

Desert Rat Welding

Reduced 80% Time on Takeoffs

Ray stairs

2X revenue growth - $900K to $2M

Trusted by 1000+ Construction Businesses Across the US & Canada

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Generate plan takeoffs in 4 easy steps

Let plan takeoff software, Beam AI, do the heavy lifting and completely automate takeoffs for you

Upload your project plans in PDF format

Drop all your spec docs, architectural plans, and legends here, and Beam AI plan takeoff software reads everything.

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Confirm scope of work for your plan takeoff

Your scope will already include quantities needed for your pre-aligned trades. Just check to confirm. If your GC/client has unusual packaging, quantity breakdowns, or preferences, list them under “Project-Specific Deviations.”

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AI does the plans takeoff for you

Plan takeoff software, Beam AI, scans your uploaded files, reads through specs and notes to extract material quantities.

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Get QA-reviewed takeoffs

Plan takeoff software, Beam AI, has its very own Quality Assurance team that reviews every takeoff before it lands in your inbox. Get outputs in Excel, PDF, and a view-only shareable link.

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Upload PDF construction blueprints for instant AI takeoff in Beam AI software

Your current plan takeoff software is costing you Time and Money. Reclaim both with Beam AI.

Half of your time is spent on doing takeoffs manually:

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Inefficient plan takeoff software does not let you scale

Many plan takeoff software can limit how efficiently you can take on more bids. You end up poring over plansets, spending hours per sheet to read specs & notes to do takeoffs. That means fewer opportunities pursued and lower win rates.

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Outdated plan takeoff software limits bidding capacity

Most plan takeoff software is not built for today’s bidding workflows. Clunky interfaces, slow processes, and compromised accuracy. Instead of accelerating estimates, it turns every takeoff into a bottleneck.

Fully automated plan takeoff software for construction estimators

The ONLY plan takeoff software that saves 90% time & helps bid on 2X more jobs.

Save 90% time with Beam AI plan takeoff software

Beam AI is a plan takeoff software that lets estimators submit multiple takeoffs, work on the same project simultaneously, review changes instantly, and keep all revisions in sync. No more emailing files back and forth or worrying about version control.

Bid on 2X more jobs without increasing headcount

Beam AI automates the takeoff process, so you can focus on other high-priority tasks like vendor management, proposal refinement, stakeholder communication, and securing more work. With plan takeoff software Beam AI doing all the heavy lifting, you can double your bidding capacity without adding more team members.

New from Beam AI: Tools beyond automated blueprint takeoff software

Automated takeoffs, construction bid tracking, and a plan-reading GPT for instant insights - all on one platform.

Bid Dashboard

Your all-in-one construction bid tracking software.

Track every bid – status, due dates, owners, RFIs, ITBs, and addenda, in one organized view

  • Get Automated email reminders & in-app notifications ensure you never miss a deadline.
  • Access one-click Excel exports keep reporting simple.
  • Linked workflows and custom bid statuses make handoff seamless from takeoff to submission.
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BeamGPT

Your built-in construction estimator GPT.

Chat with your plans with our AI assistant plan reader for specs, codes, and notes!

  • BeamGPT scans PDF plans and specifications instantly.
  • Ask about scope, codes, compliance, or fixture details and get results in seconds.
  • It cross-references sheets to connect related notes and avoids missed details across your plan set.
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See what our customers have to say

From saving time on takeoffs to boosting bid capacity, hear from leading GCs firsthand how we’re helping them succeed

"We’re saving a week’s worth of time on takeoffs and recording 1.5x business growth after switching to Beam AI."

Roy Caberra

Roy Cabrera

Estimator, Pilkington Construction Co.

"We were spending the majority of our time just doing manual takeoffs. Now we’re saving over 20 hours a week with Beam AI. Honestly, we’re handling more bids without growing the team."

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Adam Bradford

DJX Construction

"Before Beam AI, manual takeoffs took up too much time. Now, we’re sending up to 5 bids a week, have taken on larger projects, and even repurposed an estimator to focus on inventory and purchasing."

Dylan Kaminski

Dylan Kaminski

Business Development Manager, Tactical Construction Inc.

"I would absolutely recommend Beam AI. The accuracy is spot on, and the time savings are significant. It's been a game-changer for us, truly a beneficial tool for any estimating team."

Emma Peters

Emma Peters

Sr. Preconstruction Manager| Blach Construction

"With Beam AI, we are able to pursue more bids and dedicate more time to managing and supervising projects."

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Hunter Foley

Masonry Operations and Sales| Caliber LLC

Get started with our plan takeoff software today!

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FAQs

What is the best plan takeoff software?

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The best plan takeoff software is one that saves you time, ensures accuracy, and scales with your business. Beam AI plan takeoff software automates the entire process, cutting takeoff time by 90% and helping estimators bid on 2X more jobs without increasing headcount.

Can plan takeoff software handle multi-trade takeoffs?

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Yes. Beam AI plan takeoff software supports trades like concrete, HVAC, plumbing, masonry, painting, and more. GCs and multi-trade teams can work on the same project simultaneously and keep all revisions in sync.

How much time does it take to get a takeoff from Beam AI?

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With Beam AI plan takeoff software, you get fully reviewed, bid-ready takeoffs in 24–72 hours. Our Quality Assurance team double-checks every output before it’s delivered.

Can plan takeoff software automate takeoffs?

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AI plan takeoff software Beam AI automates the entire takeoff process for you.  You simply upload your project plans, and Beam AI plan takeoff software  reads drawings, specs, and notes to extract accurate quantities. Every takeoff is then reviewed by our Quality Assurance team before delivery.

Is Beam AI a concrete and rebar plan takeoff software?

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Yes, definitely, Beam AI is a concrete and rebar plan takeoff software. No more clicking and tracing site plans. Get 100% automated quantity takeoffs for slabs, footings, beams, columns, dowels, laps, standees, and reinforcement.

Is Beam AI an HVAC and mechanical plan takeoff software?

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Yes, Beam AI is an HVAC and mechanical plan takeoff software. Beam AI extracts all quantities automatically, HVAC components like air handlers, flex duct, piping, and more, with zero manual tracing. Our AI auto-reads all specs and keyed-in notes to do the takeoff just like an estimator would.

Is Beam AI an electrical plan takeoff software?

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Yes, Beam AI is an electrical plan takeoff software. Beam AI automatically extract quantities for switches, outlets, electrical boxes, and more—no manual tracing needed. It reads specs and notes to complete takeoffs just like an estimator.

Is Beam AI a utility and earthwork plan takeoff software?

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Yes, Beam AI is a utility plan takeoff software. Get 100% automated material quantities for utility piping, inlets, culverts, manholes, stormwater detention, cut and fill quantities, grading, backfill, and more with Beam AI - the only AI-based utility takeoff software.

Is Beam AI a structural steel plan takeoff software?

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Absolutely, Beam AI is a structural steel plan takeoff software. Automate the measurement of beams, columns, channels, angles, and plates. Beam AI auto-reads your plans, factoring in all specs & keyed-in notes like an estimator, eliminating hours of manual tracing.

Is Beam AI a plumbing plan takeoff software?

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Yes, Beam AI is a plumbing plan takeoff software. Get ready-to-use material quantities for pipes, fixtures, valves, fittings, and more with Beam AI—saving 90% of your time on takeoffs so you can focus on bidding 2X more.

Is Beam AI a masonry plan takeoff software?

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Yes, Beam AI is a masonry plan takeoff software. Automate brick, CMU, and stone takeoffs, save 90% of your time, and bid 2X more jobs, without adding extra estimators.

Is Beam AI a flooring plan takeoff software?

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Yes, Beam AI is a flooring plan takeoff software. Beam AI measures areas, calculates material quantities, and auto-reads plan notes and specs so that you don’t have to.

Is Beam AI a painting plan takeoff software?

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Absolutely, Beam AI is a painting plan takeoff software. Let Beam AI extract all quantities automatically, including wall square footage, ceiling area, surface type, primer and topcoat specs, with no need for manual tracing site plans. Our AI reads specs and notes to do the takeoff just like an estimator would.

Is Beam AI a civil plan takeoff software?

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Absolutely, Beam AI is a civil plan takeoff software.  Beam AI auto-detects all types of materials, sizes, and elements such as curbs, sidewalks, and earthwork from plans and profiles. From sitework to paving and landscaping, Beam AI has got you covered.

Is Beam AI a demolition plan takeoff software?

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Yes, Beam AI is a demolition plan takeoff software.  No more clicking through 100-page plan sets. Beam AI automates demolition quantity takeoffs across structural, interior, and site demolition scopes. Reclaim 15–20 hours a week to focus on vendor coordination, site walks, and value engineering.

Is Beam AI a landscape & irrigation plan takeoff software?

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Yes, Beam AI is a landscape and irrigation plan takeoff software. Get 100% automated material quantities for mainline pipes, connection facilities, lawn/turf, groundcover, mulch, gravel, and more with Beam AI, the only AI-based landscaping takeoff software that saves 90% time on takeoffs and helps push 2X more bids.

Is Beam AI a paving plan takeoff software?

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Yes, Beam AI is a paving plan takeoff software.  Fully automate quantity extractions for signage, asphalt, concrete, curb & gutter, sidewalks, and more with AI-based asphalt paving takeoff software to save 90% of your time and push 2X more bids.

Is Beam AI a roofing plan takeoff software?

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Yes, Beam AI is a roofing plan takeoff software. Get ready-to-use material quantities for roof decking, insulation, vents, roof structures, tiles, skylights, and more with Beam AI, saving 90% of your time on takeoffs, so you can focus on bidding 2X more.

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