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I have a construction project moving into detailed planning and need a precise, professionally prepared estimate for all steel elements. Your task is limited to material costs only—labour, equipment, and other trades are being handled separately—so I’m looking for someone who can focus exclusively on the full steel package. The scope covers: • A complete quantity take-off for every steel member, plate and connection accessory shown on the drawings I will supply (PDF + DWG). • Current market pricing sourced from recognised suppliers, including transport to site, taxes and a realistic wastage allowance. • An easy-to-follow breakdown in Excel (or CostX / Bluebeam if you prefer) that lets me see unit rates, subtotals by structural element and the final rolled-up material figure. • A short written note describing the assumptions, codes or catalogues you referenced so my internal team can audit the numbers quickly. Accuracy is key: I expect all quantities to tie back to the drawings, rounded only where industry standards dictate. If something on the plans looks ambiguous, flag it before proceeding—I’d rather clarify up front than revise later. Please outline the software you’ll use, confirm you can start this week, and estimate how many days you’ll need once you have the full drawing set from me.
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Hi, I am professional engineer with over 09+ years of experience in material take-off and cost estimation. I have worked on similar projects and have relevant experience. I can provide you with the requisite qualitative work. For details about my portfolio, please visit my profile or contact me to seek sample works. Please feel free to contact me to discuss further. Thanks & regards, Ghullam Hussain, P.E. QS Expert
₹1,000 INR in 40 days
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Hello there, This is Sajjad Khan. I am an Architect with more than 6 years of experience in my field in Design and Visualization, MEP, Structural etc. I am experienced in Revit, Rhino, Twinmotion, 3ds Max, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion, D5 Render and Blender as well. I have recent experience in similar projects also. It’s an interesting project and I am really excited to start working on it. Please Get in Touch with me for further discussion on the project.. Thanks Sajjad Khan
₹1,000 INR in 40 days
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I read your project details. I'm very much interested to do this project. I'm already experience in it. You can check my previous works at my portfolio section. Please provide some drawings for better understanding. Please message me for further discussion. I'll provide some of my previous work sample. I'll deliver required Design file according relevant code and detailed drawing file. You will get complete structural solution of following civil structures: 1. RCC Structures (Residential, Commercial, Industrial) 2. Steel Structures (Shed, Multistoried Mezzanine, Silo etc.) 3. Tower (Transmission, Telecommunication) 4. Poles (Steel, SPC) 5. Bridges (Steel, RCC, Composite) 6. Composite Structures (Residential, Commercial, Industrial) 7. Foundation (Single, Combined, Mat, Pile, SPC, Screw etc.) We work with the following Analysis, Drawing and Modeling software: 1. Staad Pro. 2. Etabs 3. MS Tower 4. Auto CAD 5. RAM Connection 6. SketchUp 7. Tekla 8. Revit 9. Robot 10. Advance Steel 11. ASDIP Foundation 12. SAP 13. Tekla Tedds 14. GRASP 15. Staad Foundation 16. CSI Detailing 17. MIDAS Civil
₹1,250 INR in 40 days
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Taking on your Steel Construction Cost Estimate project would be a clear win for both of us. With my strong background in Building Design and Engineering, coupled with my proficiency in AutoCAD, I am more than equipped to provide comprehensive cost estimates for all your steel elements. My attention to detail and ability to read and interpret complex drawings will ensure the accuracy of the quantity take-off and the materials' breakdown in your preferred software platform. I am aware that precision is paramount in this assignment. Rest assured, I will take the time to thoroughly analyze each drawing, cross-referencing with industry standards, codes, and catalogues to account for any ambiguities or discrepancies before proceeding. The end result will be a meticulous yet user-friendly Excel report that fully complies with your project's specifications and needs. In terms of timeline, once provided with all the necessary files (PDF + DWG), I anticipate needing roughly 5-7 days to complete this task meticulously. I can commence immediately upon receipt of the drawing set. I look forward to using my specialized skills, work ethic, and acute attention to detail to provide you with an accurate estimate that aligns perfectly with your construction plans. Thank you for considering me!
₹750 INR in 40 days
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I can handle your steel cost estimation work with a clear, structured, and audit-friendly approach focused only on material costing. I will use AutoCAD + Bluebeam Revu (for accurate quantity take-off) and Excel (for BOQ, rate build-up, and final cost summary). If required, I can also structure the sheet in a CostX-style format for better measurement traceability. Workflow: Detailed quantity take-off of all steel members, plates, bolts, and connection items directly from PDF/DWG Separate BOQ breakdown by structural element (columns, beams, trusses, etc.) Market rate analysis from current supplier catalogs (including transport, taxes, and wastage allowance) Clear Excel sheet with unit rates, subtotals, and final rolled-up material cost Assumptions and references documented for full transparency and audit check Timeline: I can start immediately this week after receiving the drawings and typically require 4–7 working days, depending on drawing complexity and revisions. I will ensure accurate mapping of quantities back to drawings and will flag any unclear details before proceeding further to avoid rework. Looking forward to working on this project.
₹950 INR in 40 days
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I am having working experience of Quantity surveying and BOQ Preparation. I will provide Accurate Quantity Takeoff from the PDF drawings Structural Steel Members , plate and connection accessory.I will Provide Material Rates Verified by Local Suppliers by Excel Sheet .
₹1,000 INR in 40 days
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Hi, I can prepare a precise material-only steel construction cost estimate from your PDF/DWG drawings, including quantity take-off, supplier pricing, wastage, taxes, transport, and a clear Excel breakdown. The best solution is to first review the full drawing set, identify every steel member, plate, bolt, connection accessory, and structural element, then measure quantities directly from the drawings. After that, I’ll apply current market rates from recognized suppliers, add realistic wastage and delivery assumptions, and organize everything into an easy-to-audit estimate. I’m comfortable with steel quantity take-off, AutoCAD/DWG review, PDF measurement, Excel estimating, structural steel members, plates, bolts, connection accessories, supplier rate comparison, and material cost documentation. Deliverables will include: * Steel quantity take-off * Member, plate, and accessory breakdown * Excel cost estimate * Unit rates and subtotals * Taxes, transport, and wastage allowance * Final material cost summary * Assumptions/reference note * Clarification list for ambiguous items I’ll use AutoCAD/PDF measurement and Excel for the estimate. I can start this week and will focus on accurate quantities, transparent pricing, and a clean report your internal team can review confidently. Best regards Ankit
₹1,000 INR in 40 days
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Hi, I can provide a precise material‑only estimate for all steel elements in your project, including a full quantity take‑off of members, plates, and connection accessories directly from your PDF and DWG drawings. The breakdown will be prepared in Excel & Planswift software, showing unit rates, subtotals by element, and a final rolled‑up figure. Market pricing will be sourced from recognised suppliers, with transport, taxes, and wastage allowance included, and I’ll add a clear note on assumptions and references for easy auditing. I will use Excel for measurement checks and Planswift for structured take‑offs and cost breakdowns. I can start this week and expect to deliver the completed estimate within 5–6 working days after receiving the full drawing set, with one round of revisions included to ensure accuracy. Thanks.
₹1,000 INR in 40 days
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I noticed your need for a precise, professionally prepared estimate for all steel elements in your construction project, focusing exclusively on material costs. I specialize in providing clean, professional, and seamless cost estimates. With 75+ 5-star reviews on similar projects, we rank in the top 1% among 75 million users! I can deliver a detailed breakdown in Excel, sourced from recognized suppliers, ensuring accuracy and transparency. Could you share the drawing set with me to discuss timelines and software preferences? Regards, Hamza
₹750 INR in 7 days
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Steel structures require precision and expertise to estimate accurately. I recently assisted a client in replacing their third-party sales stack, showcasing my ability to deliver tailored solutions. I will help you achieve a detailed and professionally prepared estimate for all steel elements, focusing solely on material costs. With years of real-world experience, I guarantee a meticulous quantity take-off from your supplied drawings. I will source current market pricing, provide a comprehensive breakdown in Excel, and ensure all quantities align with industry standards. How do you prefer to handle ambiguous details on the plans? When can we discuss your project further in a free consultation? Chat soon, Warm Regards Mthoko
₹750 INR in 14 days
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