Ground-up construction demands precision from foundation to finish. Tectonic AI processes complete new construction plans and delivers detailed takeoffs for every phase of your build.
New construction offers a clean slate - every element defined on the plans. Tectonic maximizes this advantage by extracting precise quantities from foundation to roof, interior to site work. No existing conditions to guess about, just accurate AI-powered takeoffs.
Common pain points that slow down your estimating process
New construction plans show everything: civil, structural, architectural, MEP, landscape. Processing every sheet thoroughly is a massive undertaking.
Owners want cost estimates before drawings are complete. You need to price SD or DD level plans quickly while remaining accurate enough to commit.
New construction projects attract multiple bidders. Accurate estimates help you price competitively without leaving money on the table or buying the job.
Fast-track projects have compressed bid periods. You need to deliver quality estimates quickly to even get in the running.
AI-powered solutions designed for your workflow
Upload entire new construction plan sets. Tectonic processes civil through MEP and extracts quantities for every scope of work.
Work with schematic or design development plans. AI generates quantities from less-detailed drawings, flagging assumptions for later verification.
Know your quantities are right so you can price competitively. Confidence in your takeoff lets you sharpen pricing without fear of missing scope.
Complete takeoffs in hours instead of weeks. Meet aggressive bid deadlines while maintaining the quality your estimates are known for.
“For new construction, accuracy matters. Tectonic gives us confidence that our quantities are right, which lets us focus on competitive pricing strategy instead of second-guessing measurements.”
Senior Estimator
New Construction Contractor
How contractors in your industry use Tectonic
Ground-up office buildings, retail centers, and industrial facilities. Process large plan sets and deliver complete trade-by-trade takeoffs.
Custom homes and production housing. Consistent, accurate estimates for single-family, townhomes, and multi-family projects.
Schools, hospitals, and government buildings. Handle complex requirements and extensive plan sets efficiently.
Projects combining retail, residential, and commercial. Organize takeoffs by use type and coordinate across building sections.
Common questions about Tectonic for your use case
Tectonic is built for scale. Upload complete plan sets with hundreds of sheets. Our AI organizes drawings by discipline, extracts quantities, and compiles results into a comprehensive takeoff.
Yes, Tectonic works with SD-level drawings. The AI extracts available information and flags areas where more detail is needed. You can refine estimates as drawings develop.
New construction plans are ideal for AI takeoff because everything is clearly drawn. Users typically report 95-99% accuracy on standard elements, matching or exceeding careful manual measurement.
Tectonic provides accurate quantities. With reliable numbers, you can focus on labor productivity assumptions, supplier pricing, and profit strategy - the elements that actually win or lose bids.
Absolutely. Design-build requires estimates at multiple stages as drawings evolve. Tectonic speed makes it practical to re-estimate as design progresses, keeping your numbers current.
Join contractors who are cutting their takeoff time by 90% and winning more profitable work.
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