Estimating Services
PATRON CONSTRUCTION INC delivers precise, defensible construction estimates that power confident decisions across residential and commercial projects. Our team blends real estate development insight with deep MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing) expertise to help contractors, developers, and investors plan, budget, and build with certainty.
Fast turnarounds available. We align scope, schedule, and budget from day one.
What We Estimate
From early conceptual budgets to detailed bid packages, our cost engineering covers core trades and MEP systems with market-validated pricing and transparent assumptions.
Preconstruction & Conceptual Budgets
High-level ROM and conceptual models to evaluate feasibility and guide site selection or design direction.
- Order-of-magnitude (ROM) budgets
- Program-level cost ranges
- Location & escalation factors
- Sensitivity analysis for key drivers
Detailed Quantity Takeoffs
Trade-by-trade measurements extracted from drawings and specs for reliable, itemized estimates.
- CSI/MasterFormat structure
- Labor, material, equipment breakdowns
- Alternates and unit rates
- Bid package alignment
MEP Cost Modeling
Accurate pricing for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems leveraging current codes and market costs.
- System comparisons and right-sizing
- Equipment schedules & allowances
- Controls and commissioning
- Energy and code compliance impacts
Value Engineering & Options
Optimize scope and performance while protecting project intent and lifecycle value.
- Alternates with cost deltas
- Material substitutions
- Phasing and logistics savings
- Lifecycle and OPEX considerations
Bid Leveling & Scope Review
Side-by-side comparisons to identify gaps, overlaps, and qualifications before award.
- Clarifications and exclusions log
- Apples-to-apples normalization
- Risk & contingency mapping
- Negotiation support
Cash Flow & Budget Controls
Forecasts that align spend with schedule and funding requirements.
- Cost-loaded schedules
- Monthly cash flow curves
- Escalation & procurement timing
- Change order validation
Our Estimating Process
Structured, collaborative, and evidence-based—from document review to final presentation—so you always know what’s included and why.
Scope & Document Intake
We align on goals, delivery method, and constraints, then review drawings, specs, geotech, and addenda.
- Assumption log creation
- RFI and information requests
Quantification
Digital takeoffs by discipline with traceable markups and version control for auditability.
- Architectural/Structural/MEP
- Sitework, civil, and utilities
Pricing & Benchmarking
Unit costs validated by current supplier quotes, labor rates, productivity, and market intel.
- Local wage and burden factors
- Vendor/specialty contractor input
Risk, Contingency & Escalation
We quantify uncertainty and schedule exposure to protect budget integrity.
- Risk register and allowances
- Escalation and lead-time impacts
Deliverables
Clear, organized outputs tailored to owner, CM/GC, lender, or investor stakeholders.
- Itemized estimate (CSI) with notes
- Alternates and VE recommendations
- Assumptions & exclusions appendix
Review & Support
We walk you through findings, answer challenges, and support procurement and negotiations.
- Bid-day assistance
- Post-award scope alignment
Results You Can Count On
Our market-driven approach and MEP specialization reduce surprises and sharpen bid competitiveness.
Typical variance against awarded cost when scope is consistent
Rapid-turn conceptual budgets available for time-sensitive pursuits
Projects estimated across residential and commercial sectors
Aggregate construction value modeled by our team
Dedicated MEP estimators for accurate systems pricing
Transparent assumptions, inclusions, and exclusions
Metrics are representative of typical engagements and market conditions; your project’s results may vary based on scope, schedule, and procurement strategy.
Ready to Build with Confidence?
Partner with PATRON CONSTRUCTION INC for clear, defensible estimates that align scope, schedule, and budget—so you can move forward without hesitation.
- Send drawings/specs, target budget, and schedule
- We’ll confirm scope, fee, and turnaround
- Kick off with a documented assumption log
Email: contact@patronnstruction.com