construction cost estimating software?

[Dorothy Ma]

Any contractors or builders out there have a recommendation for a good construction cost estimating software that works well with smaller new build projects? <2 million construction cost?

Ideally I would like something that has updated real-time pricing and can be regional (I'm in the Denver area).

This may be wishful thinking on my part to try to avoid putting together a cost estimate with real time bids...it's pricing for Schematic or Design Development so it doesn't have to to 100% accurate.

Thanks in advance!

[Manolo D.]

I use RSMeans on my government projects, they have the online version which updates itself, around 5% accuracy on prices, figures don't work in CA most parts in residential. Maybe you will have better luck on the BNI or craftsman book series. They are more focused on residential and small commercials. Good luck.