Accurate Commercial Construction Estimates for Your Next Project

Why Accurate Commercial Estimates Win Projects

Commercial construction projects are high-stakes investments where every dollar counts. Whether you are building a 50,000 square foot office tower or a 5,000 square foot retail tenant improvement, the difference between a profitable project and a loss often comes down to the accuracy of the initial estimate. Inaccurate numbers are the leading cause of construction cost overruns.

At PRO Estimating, our commercial estimating team has delivered thousands of detailed cost projections for projects of all scales. We break down every trade, from structural steel and concrete to MEP systems and interior finishes, using current market data specific to your project’s zip code.

What a Commercial Construction Estimate Includes

Every commercial estimate we deliver is a comprehensive, bid-ready document that covers:

• Material quantities - Detailed counts for every building material required
• Labour costs - Hours and rates for each trade, adjusted to local union or open-shop rates
• Equipment costs - Crane time, scaffolding, and specialty equipment
• Overhead and profit margins - Industry-standard percentages customized to your business
• Subcontractor scopes - Clearly defined scopes for bid solicitation

Commercial Building Types We Estimate

Our commercial estimating expertise spans the full range of commercial construction:

Office Buildings

From single-storey professional offices to multi-storey corporate headquarters, we estimate complete structural, MEP, and finish packages. Our estimates cover everything from foundation to rooftop mechanical systems.

Retail & Hospitality

Shopping centres, standalone retail, restaurants, and hotels all have unique estimating requirements. We understand the specialty finishes, kitchen equipment, and fixture packages that drive costs in these sectors.

Warehouses & Industrial

Distribution centres, manufacturing facilities, and cold storage buildings require specialized knowledge of tilt-up construction, high-bay lighting, and industrial MEP systems. Our team has deep experience in these project types.

Tenant Improvements

Commercial TI projects move fast. We deliver turnkey estimates for interior buildouts including partitions, ceilings, flooring, lighting, and MEP modifications, typically within 48 hours.

How Our Commercial Estimating Process Works

1. Plan Review - We receive your PDF blueprints and specifications and conduct a thorough review of the scope.
2. Digital Takeoff - Using Bluebeam and PlanSwift, we digitally measure every element of the building.
3. Cost Application - We apply current RSMeans and local market pricing to every quantity.
4. Quality Review - A senior estimator reviews the estimate for completeness and accuracy.
5. Delivery - You receive a detailed, trade-by-trade cost breakdown within 48-72 hours.

Why Contractors Choose PRO Estimating for Commercial Projects

With 25+ years of commercial estimating data, our team brings unmatched depth to every project. We have estimated everything from $50,000 tenant improvements to $50 million mixed-use developments, and our clients trust us because our numbers hold up at bid time.

Our zip-code-based pricing system ensures that your estimate reflects actual material and labour costs in your project location, not national averages. This level of localized accuracy is what sets us apart from competitors who rely on generic cost databases.