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Novo Estimation

Discipline service

Preliminary & Design Estimates

Conceptual, schematic and design-development estimating from incomplete information.

What we deliver

Everything included in this engagement.

Early-stage estimating supported by clearly stated assumptions, so a number produced from partial drawings is never mistaken for a bid-level estimate.

  • Conceptual or schematic cost model
  • Quantity assumptions register
  • Cost range with drivers identified
  • Comparison of design options
  • Recommended contingency discussion
Marked-up construction drawing with measurement references
Typical deliverable: an editable Excel quantity workbook paired with a colour-coded marked-up drawing set. Sanitized demonstration material only.

Applicable project types

  • Concept
  • Schematic design
  • Design development
  • Construction documents

Included trades

  • All offered divisions

Process

How the work moves.

  1. 01

    Read

    Drawings, specifications and addenda are reviewed and the scope boundary is set.

  2. 02

    Measure

    Quantities are extracted on screen, item by item, with drawing references retained.

  3. 03

    Organize

    Items are categorised by trade and CSI division so gaps become visible.

  4. 04

    Calculate

    Quantities, labor and pricing are calculated using agreed rates and data sources.

  5. 05

    Deliver

    The estimate is issued in the agreed format with assumptions and exclusions stated.

FAQ

Before you send drawings.

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