Outsourced Construction Estimating Services
Scale your estimating without hiring in-house. At DEKR, we provide remote estimating services for contractors across the United States. Whether you need occasional support or ongoing estimating, we work as an extension of your team.
Why contractors outsource estimating
Outsourced estimating gives you experienced support without the cost and commitment of a full-time hire.
Reduce Overhead
Cut the cost of salaries, software, and training.
Handle Peak Workload
Extra capacity exactly when bid season hits.
Skip Hiring & Training
No recruiting, onboarding, or full-time estimators.
Experienced Support
Access seasoned estimating expertise on demand.
How we work with you
Flexible engagement models, structured around your needs — not a fixed contract.
Per Project
Bring us in for a single bid or project at a time.
Hourly Support
Pay for exactly the hours you need, when you need them.
Weekly Workload
Ongoing weekly capacity to keep your pipeline moving.
Long-Term Collaboration
A lasting partnership as an extension of your team.
Trades we support
From single-trade estimates to full multi-trade packages — our estimators have you covered.
Painting
Drywall
Concrete
Roofing
Multi-Trade Estimating
What you get
Everything you need to bid with confidence — delivered by estimators who work like part of your team.
Accurate Takeoffs & Estimates
Detailed quantities and pricing you can stand behind.
Proposal Drafting
Clean, client-ready proposals prepared for you.
Bid Support & Revisions
Ongoing support and revisions through the bid.
Fast Turnaround Times
Estimates back quickly so you never miss a deadline.
Clear Communication
Straightforward updates and a team that responds.
Estimating expertise you can rely on
Years of commercial estimating experience, working with contractors across the country.
4+ Years Commercial
Over four years focused on commercial construction estimating.
Multi-State Pricing
Pricing knowledge across multiple U.S. markets.
Subs & GCs
Experience working with both subcontractors and general contractors.
U.S. Standards
Familiar with U.S. construction standards and practices.
Why contractors switch to outsourced estimating
Estimating In-House
The old way- $80K+ per year for one estimator
- Software licenses, training, and PTO
- Bottleneck during busy bid weeks
- Limited trade-specific expertise
- Missed bids when capacity runs out
DEKR Estimating
The modern way- Pay only per project — no overhead
- Experienced estimators, 4+ years commercial
- Instantly scale during peak seasons
- Trade specialists for every package
- 48-hour turnarounds, every time
Built to help you win more bids
Average Turnaround
Most estimates delivered in 24–48 hours.
Years Commercial
Experienced commercial estimating support.
Active Contractors
From solo subs to multi-state GCs.
More Bids Won
Average lift reported by our active clients.
Setup Fees
Pay only for the estimating support you order.
Support
Talk to a real estimator whenever you need.
We work the way your team already works.
No new systems to learn. We slot into your existing process and tools so handoffs stay simple.
- Your bid forms
- Your Excel formats
- Your proposal templates
- Your plan rooms — Procore, BuildingConnected, PlanHub
Contractors who bid faster, win more
Start outsourcing today.
Upload your plans or schedule a call — we'll take it from there. No commitments, no surprises.
Everything you need to know
Most projects are delivered within 24–48 hours. Larger or more complex packages may take 3–5 business days, but we'll always confirm the timeline upfront.
PDF, DWG, RVT, and most major CAD/BIM formats. You can upload through our secure portal or email them directly.
Pricing is based on project size, scope, and complexity. We provide a transparent quote before any work begins — no hidden fees.
Yes — revisions for scope changes, addenda, and value engineering are included. We work with you until the bid is dialed in.
Absolutely. We sign NDAs on request and all client plans are stored in a secure, encrypted portal accessible only to your assigned team.
