Construction Cost Databases

A winning bid always starts with the right numbers. Our four flexible database options give you the trusted, up-to-date labor and materials data you need to create competitive construction project proposals, all with the kind of accuracy that helps you win bids and run more profitable jobs.

Bid with confidence, using pricing you can trust

Cost Code Alignment

Use our flexible data cost coding structure to match your internal job costing system

Standardized Data

Standardize the data used throughout your company to be applied to every project

Unlimited Sort Types

Designate unlimited sort types that include Phase, WBS and more

Worry-Free Support

Enjoy the worry-free convenience of unlimited maintenance and expert support

When your database is in the cloud, you can trust your numbers

ProEst database options have all the power and flexibility of our online cloud platform behind them. Whether you choose to import data from your legacy system, customize a prebuilt database or turn to RSMeans expertise, you can be sure that your labor and materials costs are complete and error-free. Just as important, easy online access helps ensure that every project stakeholder is working with the same information, so estimate costing is standardized, consistent and reliable.
Cost Databases

Customizable Configuration

Configure the ProEst database according to the way you like to work, grouped by CSI or any structure you choose.
Cost Databases

Visible Item Costs

Opening folders display the default structure, narrowing project data down to each cost item.
Cost Databases

Pre-Configured Assemblies

Stay organized and efficient with assemblies that are configured in an easy-to-access folder structure.
Cost Databases

Pre-Loaded Sub Databases

Use our collection of subcontractor databases to zero in on specific trade components or type of work.
Cost Databases

Concrete Takeoff Displays

The concrete database folder structure displays takeoffs by type of concrete construction.
Cost Databases

Concrete-Specific Takeoffs

Use our concrete database assemblies for quick takeoffs with key trade-specific systems such as drilled piers, grade beams and footings. 
Cost Databases

Electrical Trade Costing

View electrical trade-specific data such as wire, conduit and light fixtures. 
Cost Databases

Electrical-Specific Takeoffs

The electrical database folder structure displays takeoffs by product type for electrical takeoffs.
Cost Databases

Key System Assemblies

Use our electrical database assemblies to perform quick takeoffs for key systems such as light fixtures, switchgear and more. 

Only from ProEst: Four flexible database options to choose from

Microsoft Excel
Import the data you are using now from your current Microsoft Excel or legacy estimating system.
Built-in Database
Use one of our robust built-in databases as a starting point for your own internal costs and factors.
ProEst Costbook
Access the ProEst Costbook, pre-built database with over 23,000 lines of regionalized costing data and factors.
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RSMeans Database
Use RS Means and the legacy of cost data compiled and assembled by expert cost researchers and data scientists.
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“When we’re in crunch mode, we don’t have time to check and double check our labor and materials costs. With ProEst, we know our numbers are right.”
--Parker B., Senior Estimator

Want to know more about ProEst Cost Databases? Ask us anything.

We want our software to work hard and contribute to our clients’ success. That’s why ProEst experts are readily available to answer questions and help optimize the ProEst software platform—and that includes our Cost Databases feature. As a ProEst client, you can talk live with our U.S.-based Technical Support team, Account Managers and Client Success advocates as often as you’d like; they can walk you through the cost databases process, point you to additional training and make recommendations tailored to your needs. Want to know more about ProEst Cost Databases right now? Simply complete this form and we’ll be in touch.


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