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Introducing Standalone Takeoff Software by PlanHub

PlanHub’s Takeoff software is now available in a free-standing version, offering subcontractors a powerful but easy-to-use standalone solution for building takeoffs. WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — PlanHub, the leading preconstruction software as a service (SaaS) company, is excited to announce that Takeoff Core, previously released as a cloud-based, integrated takeoff software […]

  • General Contractors

    Construction Data Analytics: The Key to Higher Profits and More Work

    October 17, 2022

    Construction is one of the least digitized industries, and it can be a struggle to get construction companies to change their way of doing things. Many contractors, however, are learning that there is real value in digitizing their processes and documentation: they are learning more about their business and how to improve operations. Data analytics […]

  • General Contractors

    Time and Materials Contract: How Does It Work?

    October 15, 2022

    Not all construction projects have a clearly defined scope of work. Often contractors are called in to make repairs or modifications where hidden conditions may substantially affect the amount and type of work and construction certifications required. Instead of guessing on a price and potentially losing money when costs come in higher than expected, contractors […]

  • Subcontractors

    8 Construction Certifications to Advance Your Career

    October 13, 2022

    If you’re looking to advance in the construction industry, there are a number of certifications you can go for that will help you. We’ve put together a list of eight certifications that appeal to a variety of workers in the industry. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) There are two certification programs that construction workers […]

  • General Contractors

    6 Ways to Reduce Operational Costs in the Construction Industry

    October 7, 2022

    Operational costs for construction companies are expenses incurred to keep the business running, whether there are active projects to work on or not. Construction operational costs include the following: Building or office rent or lease costs Utilities Administrative wages Labor costs Insurance Taxes Software and hardware Marketing Benefits and other HR expenses Office supplies The […]

  • General Contractors

    Construction Change Orders 101: Why They Happen and How to Avoid Them

    October 7, 2022

    Finding construction projects to join is a challenge in and of itself at times, but learning how to manage major changes within said projects in the middle of production is an important skill to develop. Change is inevitable, both in construction and real life. In fact, estimates say that up to 35% of construction projects […]

  • Subcontractors

    Introducing PlanHub for Subcontractors Mobile App

    October 4, 2022

    You don’t spend your days tethered to the desk and your technology shouldn’t either. Now, you can keep business going — and growing — wherever you are, with PlanHub for Subcontractors Mobile App. This week’s blog post explores the key features of PlanHub’s new mobile app — and how the industry’s leading end-to-end pre-construction software […]

  • Product Update

    Reduce Risk and Get Qualified Subcontractors

    September 30, 2022

    PlanHub Premier Feature Spotlight:  Qualification and Risk Management Over and over, we’ve heard general contractors say that ensuring subs are qualified is one of the most time-consuming—and critical—tasks when gathering bids for new projects. That’s because hiring the wrong sub can bring unwanted risk to your business. Learn how to secure quality subs Subcontractors have […]

  • Product Update

    New Flexibility to Share and Promote Your Projects

    September 30, 2022

    PlanHub Premier Feature Spotlight:  Shareable Projects Page You’ve met a new subcontractor at an industry event — and they seem to be an ideal fit for one or more of the projects you are currently estimating. Or, maybe you just want to get the word out about the exciting projects you are working on. Whatever your […]

  • Product Update

    Increase Your Bid Coverage in Just a Few Clicks

    September 30, 2022

    PlanHub Premier Feature Spotlight:  Smart Coverage Making sure you have bid coverage is vital to pulling together an estimate for a project. But what happens when you’re short of the number you need? How can your estimators easily keep track when you can have multitudes of trades to cover?   More bids, the right bids […]

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Data and Deep Insights

We make construction smarter by connecting with the right people, at the right time, for the right project.

With our technology and data intelligence, we empower construction professionals to easily build the right business relationships, streamline pre construction processes, and make efficient decisions.

From competitive intelligence in each project allowing you to know how many other contractors are downloading or bidding to insights as to contractors’ performance, we provide the data you need to lead your business to success.

By providing faster, simpler, and unmatched data insights in each step of the pre construction process, PlanHub helps your business lay a strong foundation for the success of the rest of the construction process.

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Bid Leveler & Proposal builder

Comparing bids to one another has never been easier. Users can now see bids side by side, compare bid amounts, and review subcontractors’ certifications and qualifications all in one place.

Bid Leveler’s apples-to-apples approach allows you to easily drill down and see detailed, easy-to-scan cost breakdowns. Indicate bid preference, hide bids that don’t meet your needs, and request needed information from subs.

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Full Bid Management

From the initial decision to pursue a project to the final bid submission and follow up, bid management plays a central role in pre construction.

Effectively managed bids during the preconstruction phase set the stage for a successful project execution and satisfied clients.

Streamline bid management from project posting to estimating, bidding, and awarding in one place with easy project posting, project-contractor automatic matching based on trades, location, and qualification with PlanHub.

Use bid planner, bid builder, bid leveler, and award tools to always know what’s going on with each project and bid.

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Estimation and TakeOff

Let’s face it—time is money. And the more time it takes to perform takeoffs and submit bids, the more you risk losing out on valuable revenue opportunities. Manual methods and locally installed desktop software slow your takeoff process, and many digital solutions currently on the market can be overly complex and not user-friendly. 

Build faster takeoffs, get more bids out the door, and win more projects. Forget pen and paper, outdated desktop software, and overly complicated digital takeoff solutions. PlanHub’s easy-to-use Takeoff tool helps you and your team build accurate takeoffs faster, minimize errors and material waste, and win more projects that boost your business growth. Performing your takeoffs with PlanHub allows you to:

  • Streamline and integrate your process: Perform your takeoffs in the same platform you use to manage your network and bids.
  • Avoid costly estimating errors: Get better accuracy with digital tools instead of traditional, mistake-prone pen and paper.
  • Collaborate easily: Share and work with your team, no matter where you—or they—are located.
  • Submit more bids and win more projects: Get quality bids in front of general contractors faster and get ahead of your competition.
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Document Management

Organize, store, and manage various documents, blueprints, drawings and other information related to projects before the actual construction phase begins.

This phase is crucial for setting the foundation of a successful construction project, and effective document management plays a significant role in ensuring that all necessary information is accessible, accurate, and up-to-date to all interested parties.

Access, review, work on, and share large complex documents in one platform with amazing speed. From project definition, drawing management, takeoff, estimation, bid management, and contracts, everything happens in PlanHub.

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CRM

Be part of a construction professionals’ ecosystem that enhances collaboration, streamlines project management, and fosters smart relationships between companies, construction professionals, and projects.

Enjoy seamless communication, build strong relationships, and streamlines project management. By leveraging the power of connections and collaboration, we enhance efficiency, save time and resources, and drive collective growth in the industry.

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1M+ pre-qualified network

PlanHub is the leading platform that connects companies, construction professionals, and projects in the pre-construction industry, focusing on building and developing meaningful relationships to enhance efficiency and productivity.

We have integrated general contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers’ workflows in one platform to simplify the complex back and forth usually present in preconstruction. By allowing all interactions to be done through PlanHub, tracking projects and relationships is much easier, saving contractors and material suppliers time and money. Interactions in the platform are tagged and measured to provide insights to users.

General contractors create bid packages that are shared in PlanHub as projects. They can include templatized lists of all CSI cost items as part of the new Baseline feature. Baseline allows for faster and more accurate bid requests, facilitates homogenization of subcontractors’ bids, and simplifies the comparison of incoming bids.

Subcontractors are automatically matched with relevant projects based on their profile, preferences, and pre-qualification information saving hours of research to both sides. They can review project details, documentation, and blueprints.

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High-quality projects

Your one-stop job for qualified hard-to-find private project leads in varying stages like pre-planning, bidding, etc., and across different geographies, zip codes, or distance to your office.

Projects include plans, specifications, bid dates, and other relevant project information.

You can segment project leads by type of project, status, project building use, trades and sub trades, or create your own list of keywords — and be notified when one of them is found in a posted project’s documentation or plans.

We make it simple to find projects that match your business — and make sure you are notified right away.

				
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From the very beginning, PlanHub has been a place where people can do meaningful work and build strong relationships.

Come grow with us! We’re building innovative technologies that simplify preconstruction for everyone.

Expand your network and connect with general contractors, subcontractors, owners, architects, and suppliers – not to mention thousands of relevant projects at your fingertips.

Generate relevant leads, faster and with precision. With access to private, hard-to-find projects, you can connect with architects and owners on projects still in the pre-design and design stages.

PlanHub’s advanced suite of bid management tools allows you to increase productivity, identify relevant projects using data, build bids with Takeoff, and manage bids through the entire process.

Create quicker, improved takeoffs effortlessly. PlanHub’s Takeoff Core aids your team in accurate, faster estimates, minimizing errors, and driving business growth.

Expand your network and connect with general contractors, subcontractors, owners, architects, and suppliers – not to mention thousands of relevant projects at your fingertips.

Generate relevant leads, faster and with precision. With access to private, hard-to-find projects, you can connect with architects and owners on projects still in the pre-design and design stages.

PlanHub’s advanced suite of bid management tools allows you to increase productivity, identify relevant projects using data, build bids with Takeoff, and manage bids through the entire process.