CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATING SOFTWARE

Turn Construction Plans Into Complete Estimates

Takeoffs, quantities, labor, materials, and pricing — in one workflow. Built for subcontractors, general contractors, and estimators.

vega · takeoff
B. Pantry53 sqftMudroom82 sqft1/2 Bath31 sqftOffice121 sqftKitchen193 sqftDining121 sqftLiving Room277 sqftEntry Corridor115 sqftPrimary Bed131 sqftPrimary Closet78 sqftPrimary Bath80 sqftFront Porch318 sqftBack Deck358 sqft

ROOM TAKEOFF

B. Pantry
53 sqft
Mudroom
82 sqft
1/2 Bath
31 sqft
Office
121 sqft
Kitchen
193 sqft
Dining
121 sqft
Living Room
277 sqft
Entry Corridor
115 sqft
Primary Bed
131 sqft
Primary Closet
78 sqft
Primary Bath
80 sqft
Front Porch
318 sqft
Back Deck
358 sqft
Conditioned1,282 sqft
REAL TRACED PLAN
14 rooms · 1,282 sqft
Upload your plans
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AI-assisted plan analysis
Rooms, dimensions & scope
Takeoffs, pricing & estimates
Reviewable and editable
THE WORKFLOW

From Plans to Pricing in One Estimating Workflow

STEP 01

Upload

Start with the drawings and project information available for the job.

STEP 02

Analyze

Vega helps identify relevant plan information, dimensions, rooms, assemblies, notes and scope needed for estimating.

STEP 03

Takeoff

Convert plan information into measurable quantities for the trades involved.

STEP 04

Labor & Materials

Turn quantities into the materials and labor tasks needed to build the work.

STEP 05

Pricing

Build the estimate using applicable material, labor and project pricing while keeping costs reviewable.

STEP 06

Review

Review quantities, assumptions and costs before the estimate becomes the basis for a bid.

Vega assists at each stage — review and estimator judgment remain part of the process.

BUILT AROUND TRADES

Each Trade Needs Its Own Estimating Logic. Vega Is Built That Way.

Framing isn't measured like concrete. Concrete isn't measured like flooring. HVAC isn't measured like drywall. Different trades require different measurements and estimating workflows — Vega is built around trade-specific logic rather than one generic calculation.

Framing

Wood framing, blocking, and sheathing quantities.

Concrete & Rebar

Foundations, slabs, and reinforcing schedules.

Excavation

Earthwork, grading, trenching, and site prep.

Drywall

Sheets, framing, tape, mud, and finishing labor.

Flooring

Carpet, hardwood, LVP, and tile takeoffs.

Roofing

Shingles, membrane, underlayment, and flashing.

Mechanical / HVAC

Ductwork, equipment, controls, and system takeoffs.

Plumbing

Pipe runs, fixture counts, and rough-ins.

Trade coverage is expanding. Not every trade is available for every plan type.

TAKEOFF

Turn the Plans Into Measurable Quantities

A reliable estimate begins with understanding what is actually shown in the construction documents — areas, lengths, counts, rooms, walls, openings, materials, and trade-specific quantities.

B. Pantry53 sqftMudroom82 sqft1/2 Bath31 sqftOffice121 sqftKitchen193 sqftDining121 sqftLiving Room277 sqftEntry Corridor115 sqftPrimary Bed131 sqftPrimary Closet78 sqftPrimary Bath80 sqftFront Porch318 sqftBack Deck358 sqft

ROOM TAKEOFF

B. Pantry
53 sqft
Mudroom
82 sqft
1/2 Bath
31 sqft
Office
121 sqft
Kitchen
193 sqft
Dining
121 sqft
Living Room
277 sqft
Entry Corridor
115 sqft
Primary Bed
131 sqft
Primary Closet
78 sqft
Primary Bath
80 sqft
Front Porch
318 sqft
Back Deck
358 sqft
Conditioned1,282 sqft

Illustrative plan traced from a real permit set. Room areas are as printed on the drawing's schedule.

QUANTITY TO COST

Move From Quantity to Cost

Quantities
Areas
Lengths
Counts
Rooms
Materials + Labor + Pricing
Material quantities
Labor tasks & hours
Waste factors
Project-specific adjustments
Estimated Cost
Per trade
Per line item
Reviewable
Markup / overhead where applicable

Illustrative estimating workflow. Pricing is applied through the estimating workflow and remains reviewable.

REVIEWABILITY

AI Should Help You Estimate—not Hide the Estimate

Estimators should be able to review the quantities and assumptions behind an estimate and make corrections when project conditions require them. Vega shows its work.

Visible quantities

See the rooms, areas, and counts behind each line item.

Editable results

Correct dimensions and quantities directly on the canvas.

Review before bid

Walk the estimate before it becomes the basis for a bid.

Manual correction

Override any value when site conditions differ from the plan.

Estimate ReviewILLUSTRATIVE
TRADEQTYMATERIALLABOR
Framing
1,282 SF
Drywall
3,140 SF
Flooring
1,100 SF
Plumbing
12 fix.
Reviewed and approved before bid

Illustrative review panel — not an actual Vega estimate.

WHO IT'S FOR

Built for the People Who Actually Price the Work

GENERAL CONTRACTORS

Bring multiple scopes into one workflow

Combine trades into a more consistent estimating workflow — from plan to reviewable estimate — instead of rebuilding each scope from scratch.

Multiple trades in one estimate
Consistent workflow across scopes
Reviewable before bid

SUBCONTRACTORS

From plans to trade-specific bids

Get from plans to trade-specific quantities, labor, materials, and bid preparation — focused on the work you actually perform.

Trade-specific quantities
Labor & materials for your scope
Bid-ready output
AI-ASSISTED

Where AI Fits Into Construction Estimating

Vega uses AI to assist with understanding construction documents and accelerating portions of the estimating workflow — reading plans, detecting rooms, and building initial takeoffs. It complements estimator review rather than replacing the judgment estimating requires.

Understand plans
Accelerate takeoffs
Support estimator review
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is construction estimating software?

Construction estimating software helps contractors turn drawings and project information into takeoffs, quantities, labor, materials, pricing, and an editable estimate. Vega is built around that workflow — from plan to reviewable estimate.

Can Vega create a takeoff from construction plans?

Yes. Upload a plan and Vega reads the floor plan to extract rooms, areas, and dimensions. The results are shown on a canvas where you can review and correct them before they feed into an estimate.

Does Vega estimate labor and materials?

Yes. Vega converts quantities into labor and material costs for the trades involved, using trade-specific calculations. Costs are shown per line item and remain reviewable.

Can I edit an estimate after Vega creates it?

Yes. Quantities and room dimensions are editable on the takeoff canvas, and costs are editable in the estimate. Corrections are saved and used to improve future extractions.

Is Vega for general contractors or subcontractors?

Both. General contractors can bring multiple scopes into one estimating workflow, and subcontractors can focus on trade-specific quantities, labor, materials, and bid preparation. Vega offers plans for each role.

Does Vega replace a construction estimator?

No. Vega assists the estimator by accelerating parts of the workflow — reading plans, building takeoffs, and calculating costs. Review and judgment are still required, and results remain editable.

What construction trades does Vega support?

Vega is built around trade-specific estimating for trades including framing, concrete, drywall, flooring, roofing, HVAC, plumbing, and more. Trade coverage is expanding, and not every trade is available for every plan type.

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Living Room
320 sqft
Kitchen
180 sqft
Master Bed
224 sqft
Bathroom
85 sqft
Detected Rooms
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Total Area
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