Jewson Launches Project Estimator Service

Leading national builders’ merchant Jewson has launched Project Estimator, an estimating service to help builders and tradespeople save time in the planning stages of their projects, win more work and save money on materials.

Previously branded as Build Aviator, the revised Project Estimator service enables customers to share the floor plans, section drawings, elevations and specification for their project and receive a comprehensive set of reports. 

Compiled by a UK-based team of ex-trade estimators, the reports include a detailed breakdown of all materials, plant and labour required to complete the project, alongside a condensed, customisable version, which can be personalised with their branding and shared with their clients to help win the work.

Once plans are submitted to Project Estimator, reports are turned around in less than five working days and feature accurate, live material costs from Jewson to provide builders and tradespeople with the most up-to-date prices and help them make savings. 

Reports can be adapted to include personalised labour rates and mark up margins.

Users of Project Estimator can take advantage of Co-Pilot, an online portal which stores all their project reports in one easy-to-access space. 

Project Estimator also promotes sustainable building practices, by recommending products in Jewson’s Building for the Future range that can help achieve energy efficiency and carbon savings, as well as meet regulatory requirements.

Andrew Ellis, Managing Director of Project Estimator, said: “Project Estimator is designed to support those who might usually spend hours producing quotes for potential customers, which inevitably takes up valuable time and money that could instead be spent doing the building work itself.

“Put simply, it’s a more effective way to plan and quote for new business. Users of the service can interact directly with our estimating experts, who truly understand the needs of modern builders and tradespeople, and access all the insight and information required to secure their next project.”

Andrew adds that the new Project Estimator brand is an opportunity to demonstrate the steps Jewson is taking to better understand the needs of busy builders and tradespeople.

“At Jewson, we’re proud to partner the trades, so over the last 12 months we’ve been analysing what it is about our estimating service that builders and tradespeople want to seek out and engage with the most,” said Andrew.  “As a result, Project Estimator has a streamlined approach and enables us to do what we’re best at – provide building project estimates based on market leading expertise and experience. 

"Our customers who are familiar with Build Aviator will experience the same great levels of service, but with a clearer offering to ensure they can save money and time when bidding for work and ultimately win more business.”

To get started with Project Estimator, builders and tradespeople should submit their plans by completing the form on the website, or by emailing info@projectestimator.co.uk. 

Users will also receive information on monthly prize draws with site equipment and tools up for grabs, while upgrades and discounts for customised packages are also available.

Source : STARK UK

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