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Outsourcing Construction Estimating
Take Estimating Off Your Plate. Keep Control Of Your Projects.
Estimating and quoting can consume hours that could be spent managing projects, clients and your building business. Price A Plan provides outsourced construction estimating services for builders across Australia, giving you access to a professional estimating team without having to handle every estimate in-house.
From qualifying client budgets to detailed project pricing, quantity takeoffs and contract-ready documentation, our team can support your estimating and pre-construction process from initial enquiry through to final contract. Get reliable numbers, additional estimating capacity and more time to focus on building.
Your Estimating Partner, Not Just An Estimator
Price A Plan is a builder-led, family-run business built around helping Australian builders improve the way they estimate and quote. Backed by more than two decades of industry expertise, our estimating system is designed to help builders qualify opportunities, price projects accurately and protect their margins.
When you outsource construction estimating to Price A Plan, our team works alongside your business throughout the estimating process. From checklist meetings and detailed estimates to revisions and finalisation, you still have the opportunity to review and refine your numbers before progressing towards contract.
Outsourced Construction Estimating Services
How we can help
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Quality Budget Estimate
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Full Quantity Estimate
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FQE Add-Ons
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Pre-Construction Support
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Subcontractor or Trade Supply Take-Offs
Quality Budget Estimate
Qualify client budgets quickly and accurately with our Quality Budget Estimate (QBE). For a flat fee, get a realistic budget range with fast turnaround, backed by real project data. This essential first step helps you make confident decisions and build a more profitable pipeline.
Full Quantity Estimate
The Full Quantity Estimate (FQE), is a detailed analysis that delves deep into every aspect of a construction project, providing builders with a comprehensive breakdown of material quantities, labour costs, timber list and PC/PS items. This meticulous evaluation ensures accurate budgeting and precise planning throughout the construction process, ultimately leading to successful project outcomes.
FQE Add-Ons
Elevate your FQE with powerful add-ons. From procurement support that streamlines subcontractor pricing, to 3D models that bring your project to life, to cost centre exports that upload directly to your software so your job is ready to run. These services transform your estimate into a complete project management solution.
Pre-Construction Support
Download our free Pre-Construction Sales System with proven templates that guide clients from enquiry to signed contract. Handle every interaction with confidence, clarity, and a streamlined approach that reduces stress and wins more work.
Subcontractor or Trade Supply Take-Offs
Our Subcontractor estimate (SUB) is an itemised trade scope and take off specific to your trade e.g. electrical, plaster, concrete. Our Trade Supply Take-off, (TST) is an itemised take off per trade category. Used by builders seeking supplier or trade pricing.
Testimonials
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Nick Makin from Makin Construction, a luxury home builder from the Gold Coast, has been using Price A Plan since day 1 in his building business. When Nick was lost and confused on how to price projects, Price A Plan was an absolute game changer for him. Nick talks about his personal connection to Haydn and how much Haydn has helped him grow into the builder he is today.
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Josh from Lean 2 Constructions, a residential and construction expert from the Snowy Mountains, says that he was hesitant to outsource his estimates in fear of things not being done the way he’d like them, but outsourcing to Price A Plan increased the standard of what they were delivering. Now he gets more time back while still delivering a good quality product.
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Lucas & Louise from Harlor Building, a husband-and-wife team based in Kangaroo Valley, believe that a great estimate must be thorough, clear, and account for every detail. Partnering with Price A Plan not only gives them confidence in their numbers, but also provides their clients with the reassurance they need to move forward
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Maddie and Mark, a Canberra-based duo specialising in knock-down rebuilds and boutique custom homes, rely on Price A Plan’s QBE to bring clarity to early-stage budgeting. With building costs continuing to shift, the QBE helps align client expectations with real-world figures allowing honest conversations to happen early, before progressing to a full quote.
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Jamie Allen, Director of Sureline Building Group, specialises in high-end architectural homes and values the strong communication and collaborative revision process Price A Plan provides. With fast, reliable turnaround times and a willingness to work through multiple revisions, Jamie knows every project is refined until the numbers are right for everyone involved.
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FAQs
Outsourcing Estimating FAQ’s
Got questions about outsourcing your estimating? We’ve got answers. Here’s everything you need to know about working with us.
Why Outsource Your Construction Estimating?
What Does Outsourcing Construction Estimating Mean?
Outsourcing construction estimating means engaging an external estimating team to complete some or all of the estimating work for your building business.
With Price A Plan, this can include early-stage Quality Budget Estimates, detailed Full Quantity Estimates, trade takeoffs and additional pre-construction services. You remain involved in reviewing and refining your estimate while our team handles the detailed estimating work.
What Estimating Services Can I Outsource?
Price A Plan provides Quality Budget Estimates, Full Quantity Estimates, FQE add-ons, pre-construction support, subcontractor estimates and Trade Supply Take-Offs.
You can use different services depending on where the project sits in your pipeline, from qualifying a client’s initial budget through to preparing detailed pricing and getting the project contract-ready.
How Does Outsourced Construction Estimating Work With Price A Plan?
For new clients seeking an FQE, the process begins with Price A Plan’s qualification and onboarding process. Once you’re onboarded and your project is submitted, you’ll receive a due date and a link to book your project checklist meeting.
The estimating team then prepares your project and completes internal quality control before delivering your first draft. You can review the estimate, ask questions and make revisions before it is finalised.
Will I Still Have Control Over My Pricing?
Yes. Price A Plan provides the detailed estimating information you need to make informed pricing decisions, while you remain responsible for how you ultimately price and manage your project.
The FQE process includes a first-draft review and revisions, giving you the opportunity to review the estimate and refine the project before finalisation.
How Long Does An Outsourced Construction Estimate Take?
Price A Plan’s Full Quantity Estimates typically take around 10–14 days, with a specific due date provided based on the complexity of your project and the team’s current workload.
For earlier-stage budgeting, Quality Budget Estimates typically have a faster turnaround of around 5–7 days.
How Much Does It Cost To Outsource A Construction Estimate?
Price A Plan’s Full Quantity Estimate has a minimum charge of $1,500 + GST. FQEs are then priced at 0.35% of the total contract price up to $1.5 million, with the residual amount over $1.5 million charged at 0.1%.
Quality Budget Estimates are available separately for builders who need to establish a realistic project budget before progressing to a full estimate.
Are Revisions Included When I Outsource An FQE?
Yes. Revisions are included in the cost of a Price A Plan Full Quantity Estimate. Additional charges may apply where there are significant changes to the plans or project scope, but Price A Plan will notify you if this is required.
Can Price A Plan Work With My Building Management Software?
Yes. Once your FQE is finalised, Price A Plan’s Cost Centre Export service can map your estimate to your cost codes and prepare the information for your building management software. Price A Plan currently works with platforms including Buildxact, Buildertrend and Wunderbuild.
Do You Provide Outsourced Construction Estimating Across Australia?
Yes. Price A Plan provides professional estimating support to builders, trades, architects and designers across Australia. Their estimating services are designed to support projects from early budget qualification through to detailed estimating and contract readiness.