AI-based civil takeoff software for estimators
Your current civil takeoff software is keeping you from scaling bid volume
Save 90% of your time on civil takeoffs and double your bid capacity with AI-based civil takeoff software, without adding additional headcount.
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How our AI-based civil takeoff software works
Upload civil plans in PDF format
Upload your civil-specific drawings, including sitework, paving, landscaping, and structural plans.
Define the scope of civil takeoff
Provide instructions, whether it’s excavation, paving, or landscaping takeoffs. The software will tailor the scope according to your project needs.
Beam AI extracts civil material quantities
Beam AI automatically extracts material quantities from your civil plans, including excavation, paving, landscaping, and infrastructure materials, delivering an Excel-ready civil takeoff file. No manual tracing required.
Receive reviewed civil takeoffs
Every takeoff is QA-checked and delivered in 24–72 hours, ready for preparing estimates.
You’re spending 50% of your bid cycle doing civil takeoffs manually
Manual civil takeoffs, for site grading, drainage, and earthwork, consume half your bid prep time.
Manual civil takeoffs slow down your bid prep
Tracing earthwork volumes, measuring slopes, and counting curbs or sidewalks can take days, leaving less time for pricing better, vendor coordination, securing competitive vendor quotes, and visiting job sites.
Low bid volume limits growth
If you're not among the first to submit your bid, your GC might already have made their decision before they even get a chance to review yours. Teams stuck on repetitive manual work can’t scale their efforts, missing opportunities to pursue additional bids or chase bigger projects.
Future-ready civil plan material takeoffs with Beam AI
Spend more time refining your quotes, value engineering, and coordinating with GCs and suppliers to boost your win rate.
Save 90% of time on civil takeoffs
Beam AI automates utility takeoffs and civil quantity takeoffs. 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.
Bid 2X more jobs without increasing headcount
Reclaim 15–20 hours per week to focus on vendor coordination, cost optimization, and strategic bids that win projects. No more passing up bid opportunities. Let AI do takeoffs for you, processing multiple jobs at once to send out up to 2X more bids.
See what our customers have to say
"With Beam AI, we've slashed bidding time by days, and the team could send out significantly more bids, increasing our opportunity pipeline."
Irana Perez
Estimator, Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors Inc.
Read Success Story“With Beam AI, we are able to improve bid turnaround time and save hours on doing takeoff revisions to focus on customer engagement and prepping for upcoming bids.”
Brent Wright
Senior Estimator | Merritt Contracting
Read Success Story"With Beam AI, we’ve submitted 50 more bids in just 6 months, and focused more on estimating, project management, and team expansion!"
Ryan Meers
Estimator/Project Manager, Bommarito Construction
Read Success Story"Beam AI is helping us save over 15 man-hours/project while ensuring key details aren’t missed. We’re moving faster in budgeting and focusing more on strategic tasks now"
Christian Long
CPE | Vice President of Preconstruction, Strack Inc
Read Success Story"The software is easy to use, and the support team is always on top of things. There is no steep learning curve, just a tool that makes the job easy."
Justin Eden
Senior Project Manager, MLC Services LLC
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Resource library built for civil estimators
Explore our collection of blogs, datasheets, and playbooks to discover how top civil contractors and suppliers are modernizing preconstruction, reducing takeoff time, and securing more bids.
Datasheet
Why automate civil takeoffs with AI
See how Beam AI helps civil contractors speed up plan reviews, reduce errors, and free up time for vendor coordination and bid strategy.
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A pro’s guide to accurate takeoffs
Learn how to avoid common takeoff mistakes, improve accuracy, and build more competitive bids for your civil projects.
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How Beam AI transforms civil takeoffs
Discover how leading contractors are using AI-based takeoffs to handle complex site plans faster, eliminate manual rework, and boost bid capacity.
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What is a civil takeoff?
A civil takeoff is the process of quantifying materials needed for civil construction projects like sitework, paving, and landscaping.
Which materials does Beam AI handle for civil takeoffs?
Beam AI handles a wide range of materials for civil takeoffs, including paving (asphalt, concrete), landscaping (plants, irrigation systems), and sitework materials (retaining walls, foundations). It automates the extraction of material quantities to streamline the estimating process.
How does AI-based civil construction takeoff software work?
Beam AI reads civil plans and profiles to auto-calculate quantities. Results are QA-checked and delivered within the platform along with PDF, Excel, and view-only shareable link formats.
Does Beam AI support underground civil takeoff software use cases?
Yes, Beam AI supports underground civil takeoff use cases. It can automate the takeoff process for materials related to civil works, like excavation and grading. Beam AI helps estimators accurately calculate material quantities, improving efficiency and accuracy in estimating for underground civil projects.
How does Beam AI handle revisions or addenda for civil plans?
AI automatically detects changes between versions and provides a variance report to avoid manual rework.
Can I export civil takeoffs for estimating?
Yes. Exports are Excel-ready and compatible with any estimating workflow or cost database.
Is Beam AI suitable for both civil construction contractors?
Yes. Beam AI supports civil takeoffs, including paving, landscaping, and all typical sitework estimating needs, ensuring accurate and efficient project planning.
What is the purpose of a civil takeoff?
A civil takeoff serves several important purposes in construction projects:
- Accurate estimating: It helps establish a precise understanding of the project’s material and labor requirements, ensuring reliable cost estimation.
- Competitive bidding: Creates a foundation for submitting accurate and competitive bids.
- Procurement: It generates a detailed bill of materials, which is essential for ordering and securing necessary resources.
- Risk mitigation: It helps identify potential material shortages, supply chain issues, and budget constraints before construction begins.
Beam AI is the ONLY AI-based civil takeoff software for estimators that saves 90% time and helps you bid on 2X more jobs. You get fully-done-for-you, accurate takeoffs, in just 4 easy steps:
- Upload civil plans in PDF format
- Define the scope of civil takeoff
- Beam AI extracts civil material quantities
- Get bid-ready and QA-chaned civil takeoff
What are the key aspects of civil takeoffs?
The main aspects of civil takeoffs include:
- Material Quantities: Listing all physical components required, such as concrete, steel, sand, electrical cable, and piping.
- Measurements: Calculating linear, area, and volumetric quantities directly from project plans.
- Project Components: Covering all parts of the civil works, from earthworks and trenching to structural elements.
- Accuracy and Detail: Ensuring precision at every step to prevent costly errors or overruns.
What is a civil takeoff software for estimators?
Civil takeoff software for estimators is a digital tool that enables construction professionals to quickly and accurately quantify materials and dimensions from project drawings. Using PDF or digital plans, the software allows estimators to measure lengths, areas, and volumes, generating precise lists of materials and quantities required for bids. The key benefits include:
- Faster takeoffs compared to manual methods
- Improved accuracy in measurements and calculations
- Reduced errors that can lead to cost overruns
- More competitive bids by saving time and ensuring precise estimates
What does civil takeoff software do?
Civil takeoff software streamlines the estimating process by providing tools to measure, count, and organize project requirements. Its key functions include:
- Measures and Quantifies: Calculate distances, areas, and volumes directly on digital blueprints or drawings.
- Count Items: Track specific construction elements, such as pipe fittings, manholes, or other project features.
- Links to Costs: Connect quantities to cost databases to generate accurate budget proposals.
- Visual Organization: Use color-coding and labeling to clearly separate different materials and quantities.
How does civil takeoff software benefit estimators?
Civil takeoff software gives estimators an edge by making their work faster, more accurate, and more organized. Some of the key benefits include:
- Increased Accuracy: Cuts down on human error compared to manual methods, helping create more precise bids.
- Faster Bids: Speeds up the takeoff process so teams can handle more bids in less time.
- Cost Savings: Reduces the risk of budget overruns and change orders with reliable quantity takeoffs.
- Centralized Workflow: Keeps all project data in one platform, preventing information from being lost or scattered.
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