Plan & Spec Management

Construction Plan, Spec & Document Management

Keep preconstruction projects on track with top-notch organization. With STACK’s best-in-class document management functionality, sorting construction documents, plans, and specifications and locating key details has never been easier.

Outstanding organizational tools that make finding information simple.

STACK processes every plan page instantly – from any source – so your team can avoid time-consuming tasks like naming and sorting manually through plans for relevant details, allowing you to get down to the real work faster.

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Powerful OCR

STACK’s AI-powered optical character recognition is among the best in the industry, scanning each plan and document to accurately digitize all your project information.

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Plan Search

No more flipping through hundreds of pages of plan documents for the data that is relevant for your team: STACK’s plan search feature allows you to find exactly what you need, when you need it.

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Hyperlinking

Instantly go to the page you need with STACK’s automatic hyperlinking of callouts, making it simple and logical to access all information related to each section of the plan.

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Autonaming & Numbering

Automatic plan page naming and numbering power STACK’s robust search functionality, so that each plan page is clearly and accurately identified for ease of access.

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Plan Overlay

Design changes happen frequently in construction, but your team shouldn’t have to waste time discovering what’s new. With Plan Overlay, you can instantly identify changes between document versions.

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Version Control

Working from outdated plans is a recipe for disaster, but STACK’s folder organization is designed for tracking the most current document version, minimizing rework and inaccuracies.

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Why Choose STACK’s Construction Estimating Software?

STACK’s construction estimator software offers several advantages that make it a preferred choice for construction professionals:

STACK’s software uses advanced formulas and technology to ensure accurate estimates, reducing the likelihood of costly errors and rework.

STACK enables collaboration among team members, facilitating communication and ensuring everyone is on the same page throughout the estimating process.

STACK integrates with other construction management software and tools, such as project management platforms and accounting software, creating a seamless workflow for construction projects.

By improving efficiency, reducing errors, and enhancing collaboration, the competitive cost of STACK software helps construction companies save money in the long run.

The software streamlines the estimation process, allowing users to quickly generate detailed estimates, saving time and effort. 

Being cloud-based, STACK allows access to estimates from anywhere with an internet connection, promoting flexibility and remote work capabilities.

STACK’s interface is intuitive and user-friendly, making it accessible to users with varying levels of technical expertise.

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See what STACK customers are saying:

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See how Demotik achieved 50-75% better productivity and 30-40% win rates with STACK.

As a super subcontractor performing several trades, Demotik grappled with a slow estimating process and lost profits before finding STACK. Now, they’re seeing an increase in productivity, higher win rates, and better profit margins.

 

How Our Construction Estimating Software STACKs Up Against the Competition

Features and Functionality

STACK offers a wide range of features such as advanced measurement types, items & assemblies (both pre-built and custom options), detailed estimating capabilities, and proposal generation. Our interface is user-friendly and intuitive, making it faster for new users to get up to speed.

Ease of Use

STACK is often praised for its ease of use, with many users highlighting its intuitive interface and straightforward workflows. This is a significant advantage compared to competitors that may have steeper learning curves or less intuitive interfaces.

Integration

Integration capabilities are crucial for construction software, as many companies use multiple tools for various aspects of their projects. STACK integrates with other software commonly used in the construction industry, such as accounting software, project management tools, and CRM systems.

Customer Support

Responsive and helpful customer support is critical for any software platform. Users often compare the quality of customer support offered by STACK to that of its competitors, looking at factors such as response time, availability of resources (e.g., tutorials, documentation, videos, 1:1 training, chat), and overall satisfaction with the support experience.

Data Security

STACK’s cloud-based platform consistently performs at the top on important industry security metrics. We take your data security seriously.

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FAQs About Construction Estimator Software

Cloud-based takeoff and construction estimating software is technology designed to assist construction professionals in accurately estimating project costs and quantities of materials required for a construction project. This software operates on cloud computing platforms, meaning the software and data are stored and accessed remotely over the internet rather than on local computers, and eliminating the need to work on paper blueprints.

Construction trade subcontractors and general contractors are the primary users of cost estimating software, along with some material suppliers. For contractors, construction estimate software helps them accurately estimate the costs of labor, materials, equipment, and other expenses associated with construction projects. This information is crucial for preparing bids, managing budgets, and ensuring profitability.

Construction estimator software typically works by allowing users to input project details such as materials required, labor hours, equipment costs, and other relevant factors. The software then allows you to calculate the total cost based on these inputs. 

Using construction estimator software offers several benefits, including increased accuracy in estimating project costs, improved efficiency in creating estimates, the ability to quickly adjust estimates based on changing project requirements, better tracking of expenses, and enhanced competitiveness in bidding for projects.

When selecting construction estimator software, consider factors such as the size and complexity of your projects, your budget, ease of use, compatibility with other software tools you use, customer support options, and any specific features or integrations you require. It’s often helpful to request demos or trial versions to evaluate the software before making a decision. STACK offers flexible estimating capabilities, as well as second-to-none training and customer support to ensure you’re getting the most out of your subscription. 

While some construction estimator software may have a learning curve, STACK is designed to be user-friendly and intuitive. Training resources such as tutorials, user guides, videos, webinars, and customer support in the form of phone calls, email, and chat are available to help you get up to speed quickly. 

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